Electrical Specialist CL

Location and Position Details

• College Avenue, Orono, ME 04469 (On-site)
• University of Maine – UM Admin Physical Plant
• Full time, regular, 40‑hour week, Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Bargaining Unit:
  Service & Maintenance (TEAMSTERS)

Full‑time, regular position. Base pay $27.60 per hour (or equivalent transfer/promotion rate).

• Perform routine and non‑routine work in department operations and maintenance, including electrical system inspection, repair and maintenance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot assigned systems; process and respond to work orders to ensure progress, safety, and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain and repair assigned equipment; conduct ongoing maintenance checks for safety and operational readiness.
• Maintain operational records, logs, and reports.
• Assist on larger projects by completing assigned steps and performing basic machine and equipment repairs under supervision.
• Perform system checks and monitor performance of systems.
• Conduct defined system or mechanical updates and repairs.
• Respond to a full range of service calls while adhering to safety procedures.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance with university departments and other skilled trades.
• Perform maintenance in multiple skilled trades as needed.
• Develop cost estimates for projects and order supplies from approved vendors.
• Apply advanced knowledge to maintenance projects and service calls.
• Provide work direction and assignments to staff on project sites, and determine worksite priorities.

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Three years of related electrical experience.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment and system maintenance and repair.
• Maintenance of related equipment.
• Applicable compliance with rules and regulations.
• Inspecting, installing, and repairing systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to perform activities requiring lifting, bending, walking, standing, and repetitive use of arms and legs.

• Candidates selected for final stages will be requested to provide a list of references.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Successful applicant is subject to background screening and a post‑offer physical exam.
• The University of Maine System is an equal‑opportunity institution. The System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, disability, or any other protected category. The System provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The University provides a campus security report (Clery Act). The report is available upon request and may be obtained in a paper or accessible format by contacting the UMaine Police Department.