Journeyman I – Electrician

Salary: $32.76 ($34.40 to include shift differential for PM hours worked)
Benefits: Generous benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents.  Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Facilities Management
Position Status: Full-time                                             
Hours: 7:00AM-3:00PM. Monday – Friday. (Subject to change as per CBA)
Position Number: 680101/41-085
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, work with Facilities Management employees  to maintain, repair, and assure the safe and efficient operation of electrical equipment, fire alarm systems, emergency generators, fire protection systems, and low voltage systems. Install, maintain and repair electrical systems and controls. Support third party life safety system testing and contractor work. Utilize the university’s computerized maintenance management system. Perform seasonal inspections; remove snow and ice from walks, steps, driveways, etc. and apply salt if necessary, in assigned areas. Drive all vehicles assigned to Motor Pool and Grounds Department. Perform other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reads and interprets construction drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, schematics, photos, blueprints and specifications to properly install or modify electrical wiring and equipment to comply with electrical codes and regulations.

Performs scheduled and unscheduled job assignments to electrical systems.

Installs electrical conduit, wiremold, conduit trays and duct banks; pull electrical wire through installed conduit.

Splices and joins wire using appropriate tools for low voltage; install all phases of grounding leads.

Connects motors, fixtures, wiring devices, controls, sound, appliance equipment and wiring systems to power cables; install controls for new equipment including electrical switches, circuit breakers and relays.

Tests electrical circuits and equipment for compatibility and safety using test instruments such as volt/ohmmeter, meg-ohm-meter, phase rotation meter, amp meter, recording meter, infrared thermal meter, light meter, circuit tracer, or continuity tester.

Installs electric conductors and conduit as needed to complete task.

Performs work, as appropriate, in specialized electrical equipment such as emergency generators, transformers, variable frequency drives, uninterruptible power supply and fire pumps with appropriate training.

Perform work, as appropriate, on various electronic equipment such as fire, smoke, fire extinguishing systems, automatic sprinkler control systems, and emergency alarms; public address systems and hot water tanks with appropriate training.

Perform preventative maintenance work on such equipment as power panels, lighting panels, motor starters, and other electrical equipment.

Troubleshoot and isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment and systems.

Perform general maintenance duties as directed to finish and complete all projects/tasks.

Knowledge in the operation of CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).

Ensures proper care in the use of maintenance equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Perform scheduled and unscheduled job assignments to electrical systems.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Five years of experience in electrical maintenance.

Valid City of Pittsburgh registered electrician license.

Valid driver’s license.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Electrical systems and wiring principles.

Electrical troubleshooting and repair principles.

Basic electronic systems and wiring principles.

Construction drawings, sketches, blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.

Testing electrical circuits and equipment for compatibility and safety.

The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Current trade methods, materials and equipment.

Local and national electrical codes.

Operation, maintenance, and repair of designated area equipment.

Applicable University, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures related to position.

Building and facilities maintenance, safety and awareness of security issues.

Willingness to adjust work schedule when necessary and as determined by the supervisor, including work shift changes; willingness to work overtime and holidays.

Basic computer skills and willingness to learn; ability to work well with others; integrity and dependability; willingness and ability to follow instructions. 

Good physical condition to perform the daily work assignments that are inherent in this job description. Further examples are: ability to lift and manipulate objects weighing up to 70 pounds regularly and the ability to perform work from ladders, scaffolding and elevated surfaces.

Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission.  Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).

We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement. Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and furthering its mission.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit.  Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit.  Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.