What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at East Carolina University?
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Electrician
Position Number
903966
Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Time-Limited
Department Homepage
Advertising Department
CO FS EAST UTIL Electrical
Division
Administration & Finance
Classification Title
17423 Facility Maintenance Tech Mech Trades
Competency Level
2 - Journey
Working Title
Electrician
Number of Vacancies
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Recruitment Range
35,099 - $58,291
Anticipated Hiring Range
37,562 - $57,765
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN08
Work Schedule
M-F with rotating on call
Work Hours
8am - 5pm
Position Location (City)
Greenville
Job Category
Staff - Technical / Trade
Organizational Unit Overview
Facilities Services is a unit in Campus Operations Division, which is a part of a broad division of Administration and Finance that includes all aspects of facilities management at East Carolina University. East Carolina University is the third largest university in the University of North Carolina system with approximately 28,000 FTS and a staff of over 6,000. The university is comprised of more than 7 million square feet of facilities located on approximately 1400 acres with physical assets in excess of $1.5 billion. This includes the Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations throughout North Carolina associated with university programs. Facilities Services has an annual budget in excess of $30 million and employs approximately 500 FTE. Major functions include facilities maintenance and housekeeping services.
Facilities Services' primary purpose is to plan and perform corrective and preventive maintenance functions on all building structures and equipment and utility infrastructure. Corrective maintenance returns equipment to optimal design performance after failure or upon degradation from age, adverse operation conditions, etc. Preventive maintenance minimizes equipment failures and reduces corrective maintenance.
Job Duties
This position will inspect, test, maintain, and repair all electrical equipment and systems on the Main Campus to include but not limited to electrical conductors, raceways, switches, transformers, switchgear, switchboards, panel boards, motor control centers, lighting control systems, lighting contactors, lighting xtures, power monitoring / metering systems, and security access systems.Troubleshoots issues pertaining to building electrical distribution systems and equipment. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on assigned systems. Is considered an essential position regarding adverse weather response. Operates ECU vehicles; valid drivers license is required.
Minimum Education / Experience
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Optional Guidelines : Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
None.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training / Education
- Previous experience in the installation and repair of commercial / industrial electrical systems
- Experience working with system voltages from 50V up to 600V
- Good working knowledge of the current versions of NFPA 70, 70B, and 70E
- A current license from the NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (limited, intermediate, or unlimited)
License or Certification required by the Department
Valid NC Driver's License.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Job Open Date
02 / 14 / 2025
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11 : 59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.
03 / 14 / 2025
Open Until Filled
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Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and / or candidate qualifications.
AA / EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race / ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice / TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8 : 00-5 : 00 EST.
Salary : $37,562 - $57,765