Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement)

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( 

Job summary

College of Charleston seeks an Electrical Shop Assistant to support journeyman electricians across campus on primary electrical systems, dormitories, and historic buildings. You will help troubleshoot, install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and systems throughout the College.

The role requires a high school diploma (electrical experience preferred) and willingness to learn electrical maintenance, with some travel across campus and outside work in all weather.

Qualifications

• Must be able to learn and acquire knowledge regarding the electrical trade.
• Should have initiative and the ability to gain knowledge of electrical equipment, tools, and work procedures.
• Must be able to learn to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency electrical problems.

Responsibilities

• Assists journeyman electricians with troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of primary electrical systems campus-wide.
• Assist with distributing, preventive maintenance, and repairs of electrical equipment in buildings and facilities.
• Operate mobile devices to access and update work orders with labor hours, parts and other cost related items.
• Drive state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment when needed.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations and keep work areas clean.

Skills

Ability to learn electrical trade

Initiative and self-motivation

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Electrical trade education

Tools

On-line work order systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Type

Position Type Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty

Pay Band

Pay Band GEN06

Level

Department

Department Electric Shop

Job Purpose

Assists journeyman electricians in the performance of their electrical work in the distribution, operation, preventive maintenance, maintenance and repair of the primary electrical systems throughout the entire College campus, as well as, maintaining electrical equipment within various buildings, dormitories, historical homes, office buildings, and large facilities. Duties include assisting electricians with troubleshooting and repairing electrical circuits including distribution panels, transformers, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches and all associated wiring.

A high school diploma and basic electrical experience in the electrical trade preferred but not required. Must be willing to learn how to install, perform (general, preventive and emergency) maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment in residential, industrial, and commercial applications. Electrical trade education preferred. Must be able to complete records and paperwork associated with repairs/installations. Knowledge of campus layout and buildings is preferred. Must have a valid SC driver’s license as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment &/or personnel when needed. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have the ability and desire to learn and acquire knowledge regarding the electrical trade. Should have considerable initiative and ability to gain knowledge of electrical equipment, tools, and work procedures, used in electrical equipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to learn to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency electrical problems.

Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using email and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Experience in utilizing on-line work order systems preferred. Must be able to follow complex oral and written instructions. All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by the Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Must be able to perform manual labor and work outside in all types of weather. Must be able to work in close quarters, climb ladders/stairs, enter/exit hatches and work on rooftops. Must be able to work in areas of excessive heat/cold and lift or move furniture, objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Overtime and call back work is required after normal working hours and on weekends, as needed. May be required to be on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, etc.

1. Assists electricians perform a variety of electrical troubleshooting, maintenance and repair duties to eliminate faults and malfunctions in the electrical systems throughout the college campus and in various college buildings, dormitories, historic homes, office buildings and large facilities. Responds to assigned work orders with a sense of urgency and ensures appropriate and timely resolution. Operates mobile electronic device to access, update, and complete work orders to include all appropriate information to reflect action taken, labor hours, parts, materials and other historical and cost related items. Responsible for assisting electricians with distribution, preventive maintenance, general maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of the primary electrical and emergency power systems throughout the entire College. Assists with performing maintenance on all aspects of electrical distribution throughout various points on campus. Assists electricians to initiate repairs as appropriate to eliminate the defects.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 45

Activity

2. Assists electricians with assembling and installing conduit, making necessary measurements, cuts, threads, and bends during new installation and repairs.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

3. Provides preventive maintenance for electrical equipment according to schedule and need.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

4. Drives State vehicles when transporting supplies & equipment. Maintains electrical equipment and devices associated with the gas/oil-fired boilers, chilled water units, air compressors, pumps, solenoid operation valves, and other control devices.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

5. Demonstrates safety knowledge by practicing and adhering to all proper safety procedures and OSHA regulations pertaining to the electrical trade. Consistently wears/uses appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Responsibility for ensuring that furniture, floors, walls, & surrounding work area is protected from dust & debris while work is being performed. Also responsible for ensuring that all job sites are thoroughly cleaned when work has been completed.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 10

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • CofC - Alumni Career Services
  • College of Charleston Website
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  • Glassdoor
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  • HigherEdJobs
  • Indeed.com
  • Internal Job Posting
  • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
  • Job Fair
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  • Public Job Posting
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  • National Labor Exchange
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Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3
• Form DD 214

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu .