Electrician I

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Blueprints & schematics

supervision of unskilled labor

Time & materials estimation

Independent work

Record keeping

Education

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

Job description

Title: Electrician I

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Facilities Management

Department: Building Maintenance

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

The Electrician I installs, maintains, operates, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls, card access/security, fire alarm, communication equipment and their related devices and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps and related equipment. Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians/trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities. Performs related work as required.

Essential Functions

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, installs, instructs, advises and mentors employees, technicians and journeymen, in the operation and maintenance of the Campus’s electrical systems and their related components, including but not limited to, electric controls, electro-mechanical controls, and computer software programs.
• Acts as a first responder inspecting, testing, trouble shooting, repairing and initiating repairs for all electrical and related equipment. This requires using electrical, electronic testing, and microprocessor diagnostic equipment. Interacts with contractors relating to the operation, maintenance, and repair of various electrical systems across campus.
• Provides preventive maintenance and preventive maintenance services on electric, electronic, and electro-mechanical controls. Documents work performed in the equipment maintenance history file. Utilizes computer programs that operate, maintain, and adjust building Electrical, HVAC, Fire Alarm and card access systems.
• Maintains and develops operational, procedural and emergency response standards, for the electrical systems and their related equipment. To provide timely systems failure notification and repair response, minimizing equipment down time. This requires using microprocessor and diagnostic equipment.
• Assists Engineering staff in drawing reviews, inspections, and troubleshooting as part of the acceptance of new Electrical, HVAC, Security Card Access and Fire Alarm systems, equipment, upgrades and equipment replacement, and associated software support.
• Drives a motorized vehicle around campus to various campus buildings.
• Installs, repairs, alters, and maintains pumps; estimates labor and materials needed to do the work.
• Cuts and threads pipe, using stocks and dies, power threading machines, wrenches, power saws, safety equipment, and other related tools.
• Drills or cuts holes through floors, walls, or ceilings containing asbestos in performance of work assignments.
• Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, riggings, and/or ladders; laying out drop clothes; fabricating miscellaneous metal products; sharpening and tempering various tools; cleaning tools and equipment; preparing work reports; and training other employees on the job.
• May exercise functional supervision over unskilled labor.

Other Functions

• Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, riggings, and/or ladders, laying out drop clothes, fabricating miscellaneous metal products; sharpening and tempering various tools; cleaning tools and equipment; preparing work reports; and training other employees on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, valid Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License.
• Must possess a current, valid Class D driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of the Electrical, Fire Alarm and Card Access trades and applicable codes.
• Must be willing to take an annual pulmonary function physical test.
• Ability to provide off shift coverage as requested.
• Basic knowledge of Direct Digital Controls (Electronic Controls as they pertain to HVAC systems).
• Skill and knowledge to interpret blueprints and schematics, and the ability to generate, implement, understand, and respond to verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to make basic assessments of time and materials required to work assignments.
• Ability to functionally supervise and instruct unskilled laborers in electrical and related tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, etc.
• Skill in using the hand, power, and measurement tools of the trade.
• Skill and ability to work independently.
• Within six (6) months, obtain Massachusetts Public Safety Certificate of Clearance.
• Within six (6) months, obtain Associated Worker Certificate / Asbestos Abatement Worker License.
• Within six (6) months, obtain Metasys Facility Operators Certificate.

Additional Details

This position is essential. This includes the obligation to work overtime, to return to work between scheduled shifts when directed, and to report to work during any delays, early departures, and closures. Incumbent is responsible for updating the service desk with current phone number.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in indoor and/or outdoor environments, and requires frequent lifting, bending, tool use or equipment use. May involve work in confined spaces or at heights.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm.

Salary Information

Pay Grade:AFSCME Grade 17

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.