B-Card Journeyman Electrician- (NICET Certified)

Department

OPS Facilities Electric Shop About the Department

Facilities Services supports the mission of the University of Chicago through efforts to maintain and enhance the University campus and environment and provide superior client service to our community including faculty, students, staff, neighbors, and visitors. Job Information

Job Summary

Responsible for maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and minor installation of all types of electrical systems, devices and equipment. Performs duties throughout University buildings, property and facilities, in accordance with University standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and replace, including the performance of minor installations, electrical systems or equipment that operate in all campus voltage ranges, both alternating and direct current.
• Plan jobs as necessary, including task analysis, materials and tool lists and minor sketches, using either manual or computerized systems.
• Work from blue prints, manufacturers’ manuals, electrical circuiting and wiring diagrams or other relevant documentation, as required.
• Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment. Instructs apprentices where applicable.
• Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. Keeps working area safe and clean.
• Uses computers to enter and access job-related information.
• Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by the University.
• Performs job-related duties as may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience, or Certifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Completion of job-related Associate’s degree (AA), preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of five years actual work in the trade, including apprentice or vocational training, required.
• Advanced job-rel...