Millersville University of Pennsylvania Looking for Electrician 2 Full Time

Requisition Number: P01036

Department: Maintenance Operations

Days Worked: Monday – Friday

Hours/Shift worked: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Job Summary/Basic Function

Install, inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems for passenger elevators, equipment hoists, dumbwaiters; fire and intrusion alarms, signaling devices, detection equipment; emergency lights, signals, and notification devices; electrical circuits, switches, receptacles, motors, water pump controls and various other electrical devices.

This position plans, lays out, coordinates, and executes electrical installation, renovation, repair, and replacement projects and assignments. Work involves developing plans, performing calculations, and preparing estimates for electrical projects; developing the project layout, procedures, and sequence of work through the review and application of blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and building and electrical codes; and coordinating, assigning, overseeing, and reviewing the work performed by lower-level employees during these projects.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Hourly Rate: $23.27 plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance – Low bi-weekly premium. Employees pay 5% of bi-weekly salary for benefit coverage with ability to pay 2.5% when participating in the wellness program.
• Dental insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days
• Vision insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days.
• Group life insurance – equal to annual salary (up to $40,000.00) at no cost to the employee
• Retirement – 2 plans to choose from
• Tuition waiver – employee, spouse, and dependents are eligible
• Vacation leave– up to 11 days accrued per year for first 3 years, increases to 19 days per year after 3 years
• Sick leave – up to 11 days accrued per year, including up to 5 days per year that can be taken to care for a family member
• Holiday leave – Up to 12 days per calendar year

The State System Employee Benefits Summary can be found at https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/Benefit_Summaries/PEBTF_Summary.pdf

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

• Six years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment, including two years performing skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years performing skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures.
• Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, hazards, and safety precautions of the electrical trades.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and regulations relevant to electrical systems, components, and equipment that operate with up to 480 volts of electricity.
• Knowledge of the care and use of tools for testing, installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, fixtures, and components that operate with up to 480 volts of electricity.
• Knowledge of the electronic components of digitally controlled equipment, including controllers, sensors, and wiring.
• Ability to troubleshoot, service, repair, modify and replace fire alarm systems and components.
• Ability to locate and repair electrical defects in equipment operating with up to 480 volts of electricity.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply electrical blueprints, manufacturers’ manuals, and schematics Basic working knowledge of NFPA
• Experience with wet, dry and pre-action systems
• Basic PC proficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical measuring devices.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years field experience at testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of NFPA, NEC, and local applicable codes
• Experience with Siemens panels
• NICET certification
• Possession of a valid license as a journey-level or master-level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction.

Job Description

• Perform skilled journeyman work as an electrician in testing, repairing, installing, modifying, maintaining, and operating of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with appropriate codes and accepted practices. Work is performed on services and equipment up to 480 volts.
• Daily maintenance, inspection and repair of fire alarm systems (FAS) includes troubleshooting, rewiring, removing/replacing and/or repairing devices. Work with sprinkler control issues. Coordinate work with the appropriate shop as needed (plumbing, electrical, HVAC). Minor repairs and cleaning of devices to include circuit boards will be required.
• Assist with initial inspection and troubleshooting of elevator and hoist trouble calls. Coordinates and directs contractor maintenance of lift systems. Conducts functional and safety inspection of elevator systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, adjust or replace door operator components to include closures, hinges, controls, wiring, sensors, etc.
• Maintain and repair various other electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to scoreboards, pump controls, power door operators, temperature control devices, lighting control devices, access control equipment (mag locks, card readers, electric strikes, push buttons, request to exit, door contacts) and a variety of controller systems for mechanical equipment such as garbage disposals, dishwashers, and ovens.
• Maintain relationships with equipment suppliers and manufacturers to resolve issues as needed and stay current with industry trends. Communicate and coordinate work with building occupants. Perform quality assurance tasks to including inspecting and verifying that contracted work related to trade has been completed as contracted and per code.
• Keep current on industry trends and latest practices concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of equipment or components associated with this trade.
• Perform Visual and metering examination of the relays, conductors, drive motors, generators, elevator car and hall doors is required. Read and follow wire and schematic diagrams in the process of troubleshooting.
• Conduct campus wide fire alarm testing. Identify deficiencies and develop a remediation plan. Perform repairs as required. Repair includes troubleshooting and repair and/or replacement of failed components.
• Operate a variety of testing, calibration and repair devices, tools and equipment including volt meters, amp meters, ohm meters, insulation resistance testers, high potential test sets, circuit breaker testers, infrared scopes, megars, graphic recorders, hydraulic punches, pipe threaders, drills, pulling equipment and a wide variety of hand tools, etc.
• Work on and around energized equipment, operates energized switches, and removes fuses using high-voltage gloves and a hot stick and other protective wear.
• Respond to emergency calls and takes necessary actions.
• Provide support for in house capital and in-house projects with commissioning, testing, and inspecting finished work.
• Seek additional training and certification to perform their duties.
• Review SDS for chemicals related to the department.
• Ensure proper clearances around equipment especially when working on energized systems.
• Comply with applicable laws, codes and regulations pertaining to medium voltage electrical work, including but not limited to NEC, IEEE, GO 95, and 128.
• Determine time, equipment, labor and material resources, and work methods needed for a variety of specialized installation, repair, and maintenance projects.
• Inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, establish the sequence of work, determine the arrangement of electrical components, and plan work around physical obstructions.
• Locate, identify, and mark placement of electrical components, fixtures, and wiring for full gut renovations and new construction projects.
• Provide direction to Electricians, Trainees, and other employees on issues identified on the work site and those that are not accounted for in blueprints and drawings.
• Monitor, guide, and instruct employees engaged in resolving complex or unique repair and installation issues.
• Update and maintain technical and archival drawings or records based on construction, installation, and repair alterations to ensure accuracy.
• Identify training needs of lower-level Electricians and other employees based on inspection of work and observation of work methods.
• Oversee the work performed by Electrician Trainees, ensuring skills and techniques are demonstrated for completion of training assignments.
• Participate in the training or retraining of employees related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, fixtures, and components.
• Participate in the performance of other trades’ tasks and may perform lower-level Electrician duties consistent with operational and organizational requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

SAFETY

• Consult with supervisor or Environmental Health & Safety staff as needed to resolve unsafe conditions or obtain additional training/resources.
• Attend safety training sessions and maintain licenses, certifications, etc.
• Work safely by using Personal Protective Equipment, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures and policies, etc. Ensure staff follows same process.