Electrician

Electrical Maintenance Technician

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.

Responsible for installation, repair, and maintenance of electricity powered systems and equipment including distribution systems and equipment. Reports to Director of MEP I.

Responsibilities:

A. Repairs and maintains electrical equipment distribution systems controls and signal equipment. Assures that all electrical services are functioning at all times

1. Coordinates work with all University personnel and departments as needed.

2. Process estimates for new or remodeling work as requested.

3. Works with and supervises outside contractors performing special projects and repair

B. Installs new work and completed small remodeling and renovation work.

1. Fills out work orders and written reports daily as needed

2. Plans and organizes assigned by the Director of MEP

3. Follows established rules, policies, and procedures of the Physical Plant and the University.

4. Cooperate with other people within the department and other department personnel in completing assigned tasks. Display the necessary initiative to work alone or in groups.

C. Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and calibrates electrical operated controls and devices

1. Responsible for security of buildings as accessed with assigned master keys

2. Maintains a positive attitude that is reflected by quality work and performance, always striving to improve. Assist other trades as needed in the spirit of cooperation and teamwork.

D. Services and repairs elevators, fire protection systems, security systems, lighting systems, and motor control distribution panels. Also any and all types of electrical related equipment

1. Be on call 24 hours per day.

E. Orders materials, supplies, labor and equipment as needed within the constraints of assigned budget for the completion of work assigned

Professional Development Requirements:

Skills:

1. Must be able to read and interpret electrical blue prints, diagrams, and schematics

2. Must be able to use all types of electrical hand and power tools; i.e., benders, puller, etc.

3. Troubleshoot and wire electrical systems working with and around the various electrical voltages and phases

Training Modules

Required:

1. High School education

2. Technical training in electrical field normally attributed to an Apprentice level or Journeyman's electrician who has completed a recognized apprenticeship of vocational program.

3. Knowledge of regulatory codes and requirements such as National Code and City's Uniform Mechanical and Building Code.

Qualifications:

Professional:

1. Minimum for (4) years in related field

2. Journeyman license or aggressive emphasis to become licensed Master Electrician.

3. Work ethics to assure direct responsibility to Abilene Christian University, and under no circumstance should extra personal work (moonlighting) conflict with work requested by Abilene Christian University

Personal:

1. Self-motivations; initiative

2. Pride in performing quality work

3. Responsible

4. Good moral character

5. Valid U.S drivers license

Physical Demands:

A. Lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds

B. Be able to with assistance, move and transport materials and equipment weighing in excess of two-hundred (200) pounds

C. Be able to work in confined spaces requiring bending or stopping for long periods, and able to work from ladders or elevated platforms

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.