Electrician

Journeyman Electrician

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Journeyman Electrician position within the department of Facilities Management.

We anticipate the schedule for this role to be 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime required.

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
• Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
• Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Hourly Pay Range: $37.00 to $44.00/hr

Under the direction of the Electrical Foreman, the journeyman electrician performs reactive repairs and preventive maintenance to high and low voltage electrical systems, lighting fixtures, equipment, and related electro-mechanical systems. They are also responsible for installation and repair of the fire alarm systems, clock systems and provides support for campus events and projects.

Essential functions include:

• Maintenance, installation and repair of residential and commercial electrical power systems.
• Installation and repair of residential and commercial light fixtures and lighting system controls, both interior and exterior.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of the building fire alarm systems including smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, strobes and fire alarm panels.
• Maintenance, repair and testing of emergency generators and associated electrical gear (i.e. transfer switches, invertors, batteries).
• Work with mechanical maintenance staff to trouble-shoot and repair HVAC equipment including motors, electric and electronic controls for boilers, heating systems, cooling systems, kitchen equipment, athletic equipment and other campus equipment.
• Perform location surveys of all University owned utilities.
• Provide electrical support for all University events, activities and projects.
• Contributes to the overall success of the Facilities Maintenance Department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Graduated from a two (2) year electrical apprenticeship program; have a minimum of five (5) years' experience in the field of commercial electrical construction; have a minimum of two (2) years' experience in the field of service electrical work; hold and maintain a Class A Journeyman's license.
• Accomplished knowledge of procedures, practices, tools and instruments used in the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the electrical trade including lockout/tagout.
• Knowledge of current electrical building codes.
• Must have a general knowledge of all building related electrical components including electrical distribution systems, inverters, transfer switches, generators, fire alarm systems, clock systems, large commercial HVAC systems, VFD's and commercial boiler controls.
• Must have an acceptable driving record, be able to pass the DOT physical qualifications and obtain a valid medical card.
• Must be available to work any shift, including nights and weekends as needed.

Preferred experience includes:

• Preferred experience in trouble-shooting and repairing commercial kitchen equipment and refrigeration systems.

All interested candidates must apply online at . Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.