Electrician I

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JOB SUMMARY:

Performs electrical and related duties requiring both routine and advanced levels of professional skill and technical knowledge. Provides training and mentorship to apprentice level employees. Performs preventative and corrective electrical maintenance on building systems in accordance with department procedures and applicable codes and laws. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

55% - Essential - Electrical Systems: Installs, repairs, and maintains various electrical wiring systems and equipment. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, and repairs single and 3-phase up to 600 volts. Uses appropriate troubleshooting test procedures and equipment, such as volt-ohm meter, and tracing circuits in rooms and buildings to isolate problems. Tests and changes failed circuit breakers. Changes bulbs, ballasts, switches and receptacles after verifying failure. Measures current flow (Amps) to verify proper motor operation. Tests emergency lighting and battery systems.

20% - Essential - Electrical Construction: Understands and interprets construction drawings (blueprints) needed to perform required electrical tasks and review of projects. Lays out and installs electrical conduit, switches, receptacles, lights and other electrical equipment.

10% - Essential - Training and Mentorship: Leads, guides, and/or trains other electricians in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing.

10% - Essential - Work Area Maintenance: Prepares and cleans work areas, shop and vehicles. Identifies and gathers proper tools and materials and ensures proper housekeeping.

5% - Essential - Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of University LOTO policy. Complies with all NEC rules and regulations, completing all relevant training. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: A high school diploma and experience in the construction or repair of secondary electrical systems. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Vocational or Technical Training; Trade School Diploma or five years of experience at Clemson in electrical

Licenses - Plumber - Journeyman

Work Experience: 5+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

80% - Stand for prolonged period
25% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
80% - Walk or move about
60% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
70% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
50% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
70% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
55% - Recognize or inspect visually
60% - Move, transport, raise or lower
90% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
25% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
70% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

65% - Exposure to heat or cold
40% - Exposure to dust/fumes
65% - Wet or humid
50% - Noise
40% - Vibration
40% - Mechanical Hazards
20% - Chemical hazards
90% - Electrical hazards
50% - Radiant energy hazards
80% - Burn hazards
10% - Overnight Travel
15% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am -4:00pm, occasional weekends and subject to callbacks. Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: ($39,764 - $45,125)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.