Electrician

Position: Electrician I
Electrician I

About Westfield State University:

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants.

The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Our Values

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
• Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
• Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
• Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
• Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
• Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Electrician I
State Job Title: Electrician I
Department: Trades
Job Code: H15 X31
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Funding:
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Job Type: Fulltime Permanent
Timeframe: 52 Weeks
Shift:Monday
- Friday 6:30a.m.

-3:00p.m. (6 month Training) / after 6 months training Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.

-4:30p.m. 3-4 Week On-call rotation required
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Receives direct and indirect supervision from the Executive Director of Facilities, Building Maintenance Supervisors, and from Electricians or other employees of higher step or grade while assigned to electrical projects.
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $2,211.55 Bi-Weekly

General Statement of Duties:
Tests, repairs, installs and/or maintains various types of electrical and fire alarm systems. Troubleshoots electrical systems and related equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
Essential:

• Dismantles electrical wiring and piping.
• Installs electrical conduit and wiring.
• Tests, repairs, installs and maintains various types of electrical systems and fire alarm systems.
• Rebuilds and installs light fixtures.
• Maintains electrical inventory and maintains records.
• Performs tasks to assist other college electricians and trades personnel.
• Inspects equipment for wear and tear.
• Reports hazardous conditions to supervisors.

Requirements:

Qualifications Required at Hire:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as electrical plans, schematics, drawings, etc.
• Ability to install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems and equipment.
• Ability to work with the tools, materials, and equipment of the electrical trade.
• Ability to detect and locate causes of electrical failure or breakdown of equipment.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of hand held power tools such as drills, etc.
• Skill in the use of hand-held power tools such as drills, etc.
• Skill in the use of precision measuring equipment, gauges and instrumentation used in electrical work.
• Knowledge of safety practices and precautions observed in the electrical trade.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations concerning electrical practice.
• Knowledge of state and local electrical codes.

Qualifications Acquired on Job:

• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities; ability to use tools and equipment available at the institution required to perform the college safety practices and procedures; ability…