Skilled Tradesman, Electrician

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Benton (AR); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) seeks a Skilled Tradesman, Electrician to perform skilled electrical work across campus facilities, including installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems. The role reads blueprints, diagnoses issues, and ensures safety and compliance with codes.

Valid Journeyman Electrician license required by ACA 17-28-304. The position offers a wage of $25.82 per hour with potential for higher compensation based on

Qualifications

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Journeyman Electrician license in accordance with ACA 17-28-304.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems in buildings, including wiring, fixtures, equipment, circuits, and related components.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and work drawings to complete electrical work.
• Diagnoses electrical problems and determines appropriate repairs or replacement of wiring, fixtures, equipment or components.
• Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on existing electrical systems to reduce malfunctions and service interruptions.
• Completes electrical work in accordance with applicable electrical codes, law, regulations, and safety practices.
• Uses appropriate hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment to safely perform assigned electrical work.
• Prepares material estimates and maintains an inventory of needed electrical parts, materials, and tools.
• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma equivalent

Job description

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

The Skilled Tradesman, Electrician performs skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems in campus buildings and facilities. Work includes wiring, fixtures, equipment, circuits, and related components. The position reads and interprets technical documents, diagnoses electrical issues, and completes work in accordance with applicable electrical codes and safety practices. The position supports safe and reliable electrical service across college facilities.

Essential Duties

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems in buildings, including wiring, fixtures, equipment, circuits, and related components


• Reads and interprets blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and work drawings to complete electrical work


• Diagnoses electrical problems and determines appropriate repairs or replacement of wiring, fixtures, equipment or components


• Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on existing electrical systems to reduce malfunctions and service interruptions


• Completes electrical work in accordance with applicable electrical codes, law, regulations, and safety practices


• Uses appropriate hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment to safely perform assigned electrical work


• Prepares material estimates and maintains an inventory of needed electrical parts, materials, and tools


• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay

$25.82 per hour *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Minimum Qualifications

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma


• Completion for required electrician education or training associate with the required license or certification


• Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.

Required License(s)/Certification(s)

Journeyman Electrician license in accordance with ACA 17-28-304

Preferred Qualifications

• Expericene installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in commercial, institutional, or similar facilities


• Experience troubleshooting circuits, wiring, fixtures, equipment, and electrical components


• Technical or trade-school education in electrical systems or a related field

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical methods, practices, processes, materials, tools, and safety precautions


• Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations applicable to electrical work


• Knowledge of electrical theory, circuits, and wiring methods


• Skills in inspecting, troubleshooting, installing, maintaining, an repairing electrical systems and components


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and work drawings


• Ability to apply mathematical and analytical skills when estimating materials and evaluating electrical work


• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions


• Ability to maintain inventories of electrical parts, materials, and tools

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment. The employee must be able to stand and walk for long periods; work in and around buildings, confined spaces, machinery, and elevated locations; climb and descend ladders; operate a motor vehicle; and use varied hand and power tools. Work may occur indoors and outdoors in hot, cold, or rainy conditions. The position requires vision to read printed materials and computer screens and hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone or radio. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, it offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training that can lead to careers in business, computer science, art, communications, culinary, nursing, construction and more. NWACC faculty and staff are committed to the success of our students and helping them develop intellectually, personally and interpersonally. NWACC professors are exceptional scholars who mentor traditional and nontraditional students within a campus and online environment that values and encourages diverse perspectives and ideas. Northwest Arkansas is one of the most economically stable regions in the nation and serves as the base of operations for Walmart, Tyson Foods Inc., and J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Their close proximity to the college offers opportunities for internships, career training and post‑graduation employment, as well as access to world‑class art, culture and entertainment. Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains also offer wonderful outdoor experiences and hiking trails within a short drive of the college. With its strong economy, beautiful surroundings and high‑end amenities, Northwest Arkansas is also often ranked by publications as one of the nation's best places to live. With its steady growth in population, it's on track to soon become one of the nation’s 100 largest metropolitan areas. Such growth has increased cultural diversity, as well as opportunities to support various cultural events, cuisine, businesses and services.

NWACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, and welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.