Electrician II

Electrician II

Facilities Management Services

Building Maintenance - Zone 05

Location: Atlanta Campus Location subject to change

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Shift subject to change

These are exciting times in the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Maintenance and Operations Department seeks (1) Electrician II to join the already awesome team, taking the Building Maintenance Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES The Maintenance and Operations Department A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will perform skilled manual work, such as the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. In addition to supporting the departments, Electrician II will also:

• Installs conduits, wires, pull boxes, switchboards, etc., necessary to make additions, extensions, or alterations to electrical systems.
• Assists and instructs other electricians on projects.
• Serves as lead person at times.
• Monitors electrical equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
• Services and repairs lighting, power, heating, cooling, and communication systems.
• Monitors the functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and needed adjustments.
• Repairs, installs, and tests safety devices, such as fire alarms, ground fault interrupters, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Repairs and replaces parts in motors, generators, pumps, storage batteries, switchboards, etc.
• Drill holes for wiring; splice wires by stripping insulation, soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Replaces fuses, light bulbs, and switches.
• Troubleshoots electrical equipment for preventative repairs and maintenance.
• Gathers tools and supplies to be used at the work site; cleans work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical or vocational degree and three years of related experience; or combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the electrical trade's practices, procedures, and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of local electrical codes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
• Ability to access confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds