Electrician III

Position Title

Electrician III

Requisition Number

9743BR

College/Division

Finance & Administration

Required Application Documents

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category

Fulltime

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at ... or email your request to .... Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

How To Apply

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Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 0-1 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance in a commercial, industrial, or institutional setting or working for a contractor in an equivalent setting.

Skills

• Able to use power and hand tools.
• Able to work from various ladders up to 30 feet tall, including scaffolds and man-lifts up to 40 feet.
• Able to distinguish colors of electrical wire insulation and determine wire sizes.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Consistently work safely following all relative OSHA, DEC and EPA standards, laws and regulations.
• Computer skills - must be experienced using a computer to access a Work Order system and E-mail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Continually develop collaborative relationships with customers and colleagues, and communicate in an open, honest, direct and respectful manner.
• Must be able to work in irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and loud noises while utilizing appropriate PPE.
• Must be self-motivated and demonstrate independence as duties are learned. Must have the ability to take initiative, plan, prioritize, and execute a variety of repairs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in the Electrical or Mechanical fields.
• The successful candidate hired for this position will be required to drive on occasion, and therefore will be required, upon hire, to immediately enroll in the NYS LENS program. Candidates can review RIT's Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures for more details.

Department/College Description

The FMS department is a progressive organization striving to collaboratively design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost-effective living, learning, and working environment for the RIT community.

Job Summary

RIT's Facilities Management Services (FMS) department is looking for a dynamic Electrician III to join the FMS Utilities Maintenance team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.

The Electrician III is part of the FMS Utilities Maintenance team is responsible for the corrective and preventative maintenance of all interior and exterior electrical and fire alarm building components. This includes responding to lighting and power related problems through the online work order system or direct cell phone communications in support of RIT's daily operation. Provide immediate response to electrical related problems and assist in corrective actions.