What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician or Sr. Electrician position at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
Electrician or Sr. Electrician
Apply now () Job no : 494484
Work type : Full Time
Location : Troy, NY
Categories : Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance
Who we are
Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Job Summary
The Electrician performs assignments involving repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and installations of electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems. Participates in on-call rotation in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
HS diploma or equivalent
Three (3) years of related and progressively more responsible experience; a relevant combination of education, other experience and training may be substituted for years of related experience
Must provide basic hand tools
Valid US Driver license is required
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
To be considered as a Sr. Electrician, candidates must meet the Electrician requirements, and have five (5) or more years of related and progressively more responsible electrical maintenance and installation experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Use of personal vehicle required to transport self, tools, and small parts is preferred
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving
Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary / Rate
Expected hiring range :
Electrician : $24.50 - $26.00 per hour
Sr. Electrician : $30.00 - 34.00 per hour
Pay transparency disclosure : The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) () .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity, Race / Gender / Veterans / Disability Employer.
Advertised : 05 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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Salary : $25 - $26
