PEAK - Street Light Technician

Street Light Technician

OU Facilities is hiring a Street Light Technician through OU’s PEAK Temporary Staffing.

• Assist with installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing streetlights
• Assist with troubleshooting streetlight circuits and associated electrical equipment
• Assist with cutting, threading, and bonding conduit; assemble and replace conduit, conduit fittings, junction boxes and supports associated with power supply to streetlights
• Assist with streetlight pole setting
• Locate and repair electrical wiring associated with streetlights
• Assist with testing streetlight circuits
• Use common hand tools, tubing, and conduit benders, power tools, and ladders; participate in training and education activities as required
• Perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position, including assisting any skilled trade

Required: High School Diploma or GED or Trade School Certification;
AND: 24 months electrical experience.

Department Preference: At least 6 months electrical experience on streetlights.

• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date
• Must hold a current electrical journeyman’s license with the State of Oklahoma

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used to repair or maintain electrical equipment or systems
• Advanced knowledge of safety rules and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of electrical codes
• Ability to determine problems or when and what kind of maintenance is needed, and discuss with supervisor
• Ability to read schematics, blue prints, and drawings

Ability to exert strength when aiding in setting power poles and guy wires. Lifting heavy objects (minimum seventy-five pounds). Using wrists, hands, and fingers for repeated and intricate motions. Frequently standing, bending, and stooping often and for prolonged periods. Working for prolonged periods with arms overhead. Hauling tools and equipment up to and/or in excess of fifty pounds up and down ladders and stairs.

Working with high voltage equipment such as rotating machinery, circuit breakers, and power distribution systems. Working around both electric and mechanical safety hazards. Occasional exposure to fumes and odors. May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check? :
Yes