Electrician

Western New Mexico University; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Western New Mexico University in Silver City is seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on campus.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, inspecting equipment, designing and installing lighting and alarm systems, and ensuring safety protocols. Requires five years of journey-level experience and NM JE98 certification; EE98 preferred; bilingual Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with five years' full-time experience as a journey level electrician, including system design.
• NM Classification JE 98 certification required; EE98 certification preferred.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and assesses requirements of submitted work orders.
• Reads drawings, schematics and blueprints for installation/renovation of electrical systems.
• Studies plans to determine material and work requirements.
• Determines sequence of repairs and installations.
• Operates electrical testing equipment.
• Designs and installs electrical systems; lighting and alarm systems.
• Follows safety measures and uses protective gear.
• Orders project supplies and materials as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Troubleshooting

Electrical installation

Safety awareness

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NM JE 98 certification

EE98 certification (preferred)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Performs a variety of journey level activities to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and appliances.

Duties

• 1. Reviews and assesses requirements of submitted work orders.
• 2. Reads rough drawings, schematics, and blue prints for installation/renovation of electrical systems. Repairs, maintains, and installs wiring, motors, transformers (three phase system), generators, and lights.
• 3. Studies plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine material and work requirements.
• 4. Determines sequence of repairs and installations.
• 5. Operates a variety of electrical testing equipment.
• 6. Designs and installs electrical systems; lighting and alarm systems.
• 7. Follows all required safety measures and uses protective gear as needed to prevent injury to self and others.
• 8. Orders project supplies and materials as needed.
• 9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with five years full time work experience as a journey level electrician including responsibility for electrical system design. Requires a NM Classification JE 98 certification. Preferred candidate will hold EE98 certification, as well. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Job Knowledge

Knowledge of electrical system design, installation maintenance, and repair principles and practices. Knowledge of all industry standards, codes, and specifications for safe electrical systems installation, maintenance, and repair. Knowledge of the safe and proper use of all tools and equipment necessary for electrical repairs and maintenance. Keep all assigned work spaces in safe clean and orderly condition. Skill in designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of electrical systems and equipment. Skill in working in an environment subject to changing priorities, exposure to electrical hazards, and varying environmental conditions. Skill in troubleshooting problems in various electrical equipment and electrical circuits. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit upon completion of the 90-day trial period. The incumbent is required to respond after hours during emergencies when called out and report to work for regular assigned shift during emergency campus closures. This position will typically work five (5) eight-hour days per week, either Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 5:00 pm, based on staffing requirements of the department. A call-out list is assigned on a rotation basis having skilled craft employees and general maintenance staff employees on call each week. Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous situations that require following extensive safety precautions. Required to operate a University vehicle in the day to day operations. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.

Other Requirements

• a. Requires a valid driver’s license.
• b. Must pass a Defensive Driving Course within 2 months of hire date.

Location

Location Silver City-On Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range $34.00/hr

EEO Statement

Western New Mexico University ( WNMU ) provides equal opportunity for employment for all qualified applicants. WNMU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and state law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have at least, a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, with five years of full time work experience as a journey level electrician including responsibility for electrical system design?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have NM Classification JE 98 certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please list any additional certifications, licenses, or credentials you hold that are relevant to this role.

  (Open Ended Question)