Electrician Mechanic III

Position Details

Position Information

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title

Electrician Mechanic III

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FT / PT

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Work Schedule

Varies depending on department needs

Grade

Minimum Compensation

General Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the MEP / BMS Supervisor, performs routine repairs and maintenance on electrical systems which includes panels, transformers, branch circuits, lighting control systems, interior and exterior lighting and medium voltage distribution equipment. To provide an environment that is comfortable, safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working.

Work Performed

• Repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
• Performs tasks in various trades assigned and scheduled by the supervisor to maintain college buildings and equipment.
• Perform work in other trades within skills attained through previous training.
• Recommend materials and make material lists to be used for prices and estimates.
• Inspects and tests electrical lighting, signal, communication and power circuits and equipment.
• Will be required to use the preventive maintenance system while preforming daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal and annual inspections of electrical equipment to maintain complete records.
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of motor relays, magnetic starters, transformers, etc.
• Responsible for the repair, maintenance, altering, or installation of any wiring apparatus
• Maintain a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the electrical systems in the college.
• Responsible for the installation of electrical circuits for new equipment.
• Perform similar duties and assignments as required.
• Responsible for emergency response to critical situations.
• Identifies defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment, using suitable testing instruments.
• Examines and tests elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, and worn motor brushes.
• Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and / or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical , mechanical and special equipment, building structures and finishes.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance work to include operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, calibrating, testing, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, and other similar tasks on a wide variety of electrical equipment.
• As required, estimates materials needed and records time and materials expended on each work order.
• Evaluates available electrical products, standardizes products and hardware to achieve economy.
• Submits Purchase Requisitions in accordance with established electrical schedules to ensure ready availability of materials, supplies and equipment required.
• May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in the completion of their work to include Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Maintenance Technicians, Sheet Metal Workers, and others.
• Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, tests, calibrations, evaluations, repairs, adjustments, and other similar tasks.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by facilities management and supervision.
• Acts in role of essential personnel for emergencies.
• Performs preventive maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Determine and monitor Stock Inventory levels which pertain to the Electrical Department.
• Responsible for the inventory and safe usage of equipment and tools assigned to the Electrical Department.

Minimum Education Required

High School or equivalent

Minimum Number of Years Experience Required

Other Knowledge Required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Physical Abilities

Manual dexterity; visual color discrimination (ability to match or detect difference between colors, including shades of color and brightness); near vision (ability to see details at close range); ability to work from scaffolds, lifts and ladders. Ability to lift 75 lbs. from grand to waist, 40 lbs. from floor to overhead and walk 10 feet caring 50 lbs.

Working Conditions

Supervisory Postion?

Division

Facilities

Department

Facilities DEPT

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

B417P

Number of Vacancies

Best Consideration Date

10 / 10 / 2024

Job Open Date

10 / 03 / 2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Job Category

Staff

Benefits Summary

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options : The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

Applicant Instructions

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and / or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.