Electrician II - Health Sciences Center

West Virginia University; Evansdale (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days vacation per year

18 sick days per year

401(a) retirement plan with 6% match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University’s Health Sciences Center seeks an Electrician II to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems across diverse facilities. You will work with blueprints under supervision to support specialized equipment for projects like X-ray, laboratories, and kitchens.

Expect a role emphasizing safety, problem solving, and coordination with leads, engineers, and vendors. WVU emphasizes work-life balance, inclusive benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level electrical training & WV state license requirement.
• 1 year minimum in electrical field with emphasis on electronic controls & interfacing.
• Any equivalent education/experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide power for signal circuits and equipment (fire alarms, phones, computers, PA systems, etc.).
• Install or provision equipment and controls for HVAC, pumps, compressors.
• Inspect and maintain electrical conduit, raceways, and cable trays of all types.

Skills

Journeyman-level

Electrical systems

Power distribution

Blueprints reading

Troubleshooting

Education

Journeyman electrician training

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Description

The Health Sciences Center at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Electrician II.

About the Opportunity

While performing other duties and working from blueprints and specifications and in conjunction with supervisor, architects, engineers, Lead Electrician, and/or factory representatives, installs or provides for special equipment unique to each project such as X-Ray, laboratory, laundry, kitchen, etc.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service( employee leave )
• 18 sick days per year(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Provides electrical power for signal circuits and equipment such as fire alarms, phones, computers, P.A. systems, intercoms, TV, satellite, audio visual, etc.
• Makes installation or provisions for equipment and controls of HVAC equipment, pumps, compressors etc.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, and inspects, electrical conduit, tubing, surface raceways and accessories, bussducts, and cable trays of all types, sizes, and styles.
• Builds, installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and/or repairs motors, motor controls, motor control centers, and interfaces with all necessary external equipment such as fire alarms, computers, safety devices, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, programmable and digital controls or equipment.
• Performs preventative and emergency maintenance of electrical lighting as assigned in compliance with current codes.
• Builds, installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and/or repairs lighting systems for multi-media classrooms where audio-visual, computer digital or programmable controls must be used or interfaced.
• Installs, operates, inspects and repairs high voltage distribution equipment inside and outside the building and makes cable splices in underground applications, manholes, vaults, tunnels, and distribution
  equipment. Installs, maintains, operates, and repairs emergency power systems such as generators, transfer switches, battery backup (UPS) systems, emergency lighting, etc.
• Inspects, troubleshoots and repairs electric powered hand tools, custodial equipment, and appliances.

May be required to operate and utilize various department computer software, fill in for Lead, assist other crafts in performance of assigned duties and train other individuals as assigned.

Pay Grade: 14

Hours: 7am - 3pm

Qualifications

• The broad base and high level of sophistication of electrical, electronic, and computer equipment involved in the performance of this position mandates this level of education and training be at journeyman level electrical training and have successfully met the WV state license requirement.

A minimum of one (1) year in the following:

Successful completion of a journeyman electrician training program which includes the successful completion of an apprentice training program or equivalent and an additional 1-2 years in the electrical field with emphasis on electronic controls and computer interfacing is needed to enable the applicant to work independently without direct or continuous supervision. This is not a training position.

Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered

All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of industry, university, and Health Science Center electrical, telecommunications, and electronic standards, concepts and plans. (Knowledge of local policies can be obtained after the start of employment).
• Demonstrated ability to perform work at the journeyman electrician level.
• Knowledge of material check-out procedures and warehouse functions.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal building safety, fire, electrical, and construction codes.
• Knowledge of industrial and environmental hazards and how to deal with them.
• Knowledge of low voltage power supply equipment and UPS systems.
• Knowledge of the use of personal computers and electronic mail.
• Knowledge of technical terms related to the electrical, telecommunication, electronic, and computer fields.
• Knowledge of major electrical distribution systems and standby equipment to include installation and maintenance.
• Ability to correctly use tools common to the electrical and related trades.
• Ability to set electrical panels, install internal equipment and make proper connections.
• Ability to make excellent eye to hand coordination for wire and cable splicing and ability to work in close quarters.
• Ability to install rigid and flexible conduit of varying dimensions, wiremold, raceways, and cable trays for high voltage for electrical wiring.
• Ability to read and prepare blue prints, schematics, and installation instructions.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to work in inclement weather condition.
• Ability to hear and interpret sounds in a construction area or on a busy job site.
• Ability to use technical test equipment and troubleshooting devices required to prevent failures and/or isolate sources upon occurrence.
• Ability to climb and work safely at heights over 10 feet.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold areas such as steam tunnels and coolers.
• Ability to stoop, bend, walk or crawl in close, rough, uncomfortable or slippery ceilings or chases.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations typical for the electrical trade.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with multi-craft personnel and people outside the department.
  

Requirements

• Electrical License Required

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu .

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.