Campus Electrician I – Building Systems & Controls

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybride; USD 39 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Electrician I to install, maintain, repair and oversee building electrical systems across campus facilities. The role works with control systems, HVAC interfaces, card access and fire alarm equipment, performing preventive maintenance and responding to first‑line repair calls.

Based in Amherst, the position is full-time and onsite, requiring licensing, safety training, and the ability to supervise lower‑grade staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License is required.
• Current, valid Class D driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of Electrical, Fire Alarm and Card Access trades and applicable codes.
• Willingness to take annual pulmonary function physical test.
• Ability to provide off shift coverage as requested.
• Knowledge of Direct Digital Controls (HVAC related).
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics and follow instructions.
• Ability to estimate time and materials for tasks.
• Ability to supervise unskilled labor.
• Ability to maintain records and logs.
• Skill in using hand, power and measurement tools.
• Ability to work independently.
• Within six months, obtain Massachusetts Public Safety Certificate of Clearance.
• Within six months, obtain Asbestos Abatement Worker License.
• Within six months, obtain Metasys Facility Operators Certificate.

Responsabilités

• Inspect, maintain, repair electrical systems and related components across campus.
• Respond as first responder to electrical issues using diagnostic equipment.
• Provide preventive maintenance and document work in history files.
• Develop and maintain standards for electrical systems; coordinate with control technicians.
• Assist Engineering staff in reviews and troubleshooting for new systems.
• Drive campus vehicle to various buildings.
• Install, repair, alter and maintain pumps; estimate labor and materials.
• Drill/ cut holes and work with asbestos-containing areas as required.
• Erect scaffolding, ladders and fabricate metal items; train others.
• May supervise unskilled labor on site.

Connaissances

Blueprints & schematics

supervision of unskilled labor

Time & materials estimation

Independent work

Record keeping

Formation

Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License

Class D driver’s license

Metasys Facility Operators Certificate

Asbestos Abatement Worker License

Massachusetts Public Safety Certificate of Clearance

Description du poste

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Electrician I to install, maintain, repair and oversee building electrical systems across campus facilities. The role works with control systems, HVAC interfaces, card access and fire alarm equipment, performing preventive maintenance and responding to first‑line repair calls.

Based in Amherst, the position is full-time and onsite, requiring licensing, safety training, and the ability to supervise lower‑grade staff as needed.