Trades Specialist, Electrician

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• 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and/or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience.
• A combination of related education, on-the-job work experience, certifications and/or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position, may be considered.

The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year. Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below:

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Job Description: Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.The Trades Specialist is responsible for performing skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple college campuses to ensure the functionality and safety of campus buildings. This position focuses on the upkeep of specific building systems and requires strong technical knowledge to maintain facilities at a high operational standard. This position has a heightened focus on electrical work.

Electrical:

• Install, alter, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot multiple types of electrical systems, electrical fixtures and equipment.
• Determines methodology to complete assigned tasks.
• Read, interpret blueprints, sketches, schematics, diagrams and specifications.
• Estimates materials needed to complete assigned tasks.
• Orders materials to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems, electrical fixtures and related equipment.

Carpentry/Drywall

• Install, remodel, renovate, alter, repair walls, and related applications (including taping drywall, mudding, applying applicable texturing).
• Determines methodology to complete assigned tasks.
• Read, interpret blueprints, sketches, diagrams and specifications.
• Estimates materials needed to complete assigned task.
• Orders materials to complete assigned task.

Event(s) Support:

• Work with Event Planning and Event Logistics staff in preparing for an event requiring electrical hooks ups, equipment, etc.

Other Duties as assigned:

• Snow & Ice Removal:
• Maintain entryways and walkways up to 20 free from snow and ice by means of specialized equipment or by hand.
• Distribute sand, ice melt or equivalent by means of specialized equipment or by hand.
• Inspect areas for accumulations of snow or ice and alleviate potential safety hazards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; plus, five (5) years of related work experience in the structural trades appropriate to the work assignment (electrical) or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• A pre-employment post-offer physical evaluation will be required of the selected candidate.
• Safety Certifications for the following equipment (or ability to become certified within twelve (12) months of hire): Forklift, Skid loader, and Manlift.
• This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic, routine, and advanced electrical principles.
• Applicable college, federal, state and city regulations and procedures; and basic construction drawings, sketches, blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
• Construction practices and building maintenance in one or more of the following fields: carpentry, drywall work, painting, electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, door hardware, concrete, masonry, floor covering, locks etc.
• Electrical motor operation and related care and maintenance.
• Occupational hazards and safety procedures applicable to various maintenance operations and activities.
• Materials, supplies, equipment and practices used in the maintenance of buildings.

ABILITY TO:

• Read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot electrical,
• Use necessary hand tools associated with the trades with proficiency.
• Make decisions recognizing established procedures and practices and to use resourcefulness in resolution.
• Follow written and oral assignments.
• Interpret applicable codes and ensure that facilities meet jurisdictional codes (city, county, state, health, life-safety, uniform building and uniform fire codes, all trade codes such as (electrical) take corrective action when necessary.
• Works well with other departments, employees, students and the public.
• Move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis; 50-100 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Use basic computer programs for technical and communication applications.
• Must be able to pass a complete background check.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Safety Certifications for the following equipment (or ability to become certified within twelve (12) months of hire): Forklift, Skid loader, and Manlift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journeyman license in electrical or plumbing, or equivalent

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: .Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Screening/Selection: To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.