Electrician

Overview

Columbia Basin College ("CBC" or the "College") seeks an Electrician to perform journey‑level electrical work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of electrical systems and equipment for institutional facilities on 750‑volt and below systems. This position maintains interior wiring, power and communication circuits, panels, motors, and related electrical components to ensure safe and reliable campus operations.

• Install, modify, maintain, and repair interior wiring, cables, power circuits, communication circuits, switches, controls, fuse boxes, breaker panels, and distribution systems.
• Install, adjust, maintain, and repair electric motors, generators, and electrical equipment such as pumps, fans, lamps, stoves, timers, meters, clocks, and power tools.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, and repair electrical and communication systems to identify and correct faulty components.
• Replace worn or damaged parts, including motor and generator components such as bearings.
• Perform alterations, adjustments, installations, and modifications to electrical systems and equipment.
• Construct, install, and repair electrical systems and components based on blueprints and technical specifications.
• Develop preliminary cost estimates for electrical installations, repairs, and modifications.
• Drive service vehicles as required, and load, unload, and transport materials and supplies.
• May participate in a rotating standby schedule; assist and coordinate work with other trades personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician or a four‑year Union Apprenticeship (IBEW) or full journey status as an electrician in a union or four years of applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Certification as a General Electrical Journeyman; EL01 License.
• Valid and continuing Washington State Electrical License/Certificate.
• Possession of a valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one before date of hire.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; operate personal computer with general understanding of application software; ability to learn office and College‑specific software.

Generate creative solutions; translate concepts and information into images; use feedback to modify designs; apply design principles; demonstrate attention to detail; use automated monitoring and control systems; estimate time and materials; use arc and gas welding equipment.

Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly; knowledge and observance of principles of operational hazards and safety practices of HVAC trade.

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality.

Demonstrates willingness to work with and support others in completing assignments, accepts constructive feedback, and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors. Shows alignment with CBC Shared Commitments by treating others with respect, communicating and collaborating effectively, pursuing growth and learning, valuing and celebrating contributions, prioritizing wellness, and holding self and others accountable.

Support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting; demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open‑mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success, honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The…