Electrician

The College of New Jersey; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, welfare, and retirement plans

Tuition waiver and reimbursement

Pension plan

Job summary

The College of New Jersey is seeking an Electrician to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems across campus facilities. You will inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure back-up systems such as lighting and fire alarms operate reliably.

The role requires experience with industrial electrical work, the ability to read schematics, and strong problem-solving skills to support a safe, compliant campus infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in preventive maintenance of electrical circuits and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages.
• Ability to install, repair and maintain electrical systems per codes and plans.
• Strong problem-solving and communication with supervisors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical systems and perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Inspect and service power and lighting feeders, transformers, motors, and control equipment.
• Perform emergency repairs and troubleshoot malfunctions; read schematics/plans.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Communication with supervisor and team

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

Requisition Title

Description

Bargaining Unit: IFPTE

Employment Type: 40 hours per week/Full-time

Internal salary: Range 16/$52,308.32 - 75,954.22

External salary: Range 16/$52,308.32 - $59,402.09

UNION POSITIONS: The internal salary range is used for applicants who are current NJ state employees with underlying classified status for promotional calculations who meet the requirements below. The external salary range is used for candidates who are not NJ state employees who meet the requirements below.

About TCNJ

Founded in 1855, TCNJ offers a highly personalized and collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, offering small classes, a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and an immersive living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1 in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a model for public higher education.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Electric Shop, performs various types of electrical work involving the installation, repair, adjustment, and maintenance of electrical systems, components, and related parts and equipment of said systems; does related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects electrical systems and equipment to determine what preventive maintenance is needed. Performs preventive maintenance as necessary and as scheduled Replaces fixtures/parts as needed; oils, greases, lubricates fixtures/parts as needed; and, cleans and adjusts components as necessary. Ensures that completed work provides building with a fully operational emergency backup system (e. g. lighting, generator, inverter, and fire alarms).
• Inspects, installs, maintains, inspects, repairs and services power and light feeders, generating and control equipment, relays, transformers, motors, pumps, switches, outlets, signal systems and other electrical wiring cables, fixtures and appliances of varied types. Inspects electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, motors, generators, pumps, power circuits, and controllers of machines and elevators.
• Makes emergency electrical repairs, trouble shoots malfunctions and breakdowns, inspects work in progress and completed work for defects, fire hazards, or other unsafe conditions.
• Prepares and/or works from schematics, sketches, plans and specifications with accuracy in the field. Reads said schematics, sketches, plans and specifications with little or no assistance from Supervisor.
• Estimates, measures, inspects, repairs and maintains various items using appropriate equipment, materials, tools, and procedures using approved trade practices, manufacturer's recommendations, and specific manufacturer's warranties.
• Requisitions, stores, safeguards, and properly uses equipment, materials, and supplies. Maintains familiarity with the use and nomenclature of various types of conduits and fittings, cables, insulators, and other equipment, materials, tools, and supplies.
• Uses various types of electrical testing equipment, such as ammeters, voltmeters, and ohmmeters.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma; Three (3) years of experience in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing and maintenance of electrical equipment, appliances, machinery, and circuits; Possession of a valid driver's licence in good standing issued by the state of residence is required.

• NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute a current Electrical Contractor license issued by the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs for three (3) years of experience. years of experience.

Knowledgeable in preventive maintenance of all types of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages.

Ability to install, repair and/or maintain all types of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages.

Works from electrical sketches, schematics, plans and specifications in accordance with the electrical code or approved trade practices and established procedures.

Ability to analyze the problems involved in the maintenance and repair of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages; and, have the ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, colleagues and clients.

Demonstrated broad experience in commercial/industrial environment as an electrician in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing and maintenance of electrical systems, circuits and related equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of electrical systems through an accredited vocational school or an electrical union apprenticeship program.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Residency Requirement

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact [e-mail] .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.