Electrician

Electrician

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Electrician at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties)

POSITION PURPOSE

Install, alter, maintain and repair electrical systems, equipment and fixtures throughout campus and in University buildings in accordance with standard practices of the electrical trade.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Diagnose trouble in electrical sources, connections, outlets and fixtures. Troubleshoot problems in high or low voltage and with AC or DC currents; work with electrical controls, power units, motors, plant power and lighting systems; access wires and lines which may be above ceilings, in walls, underground or inside fixtures; transport and use voltmeters and other diagnostic equipment to indicate electrical problems on-location in campus facilities as well as outdoors.

Repair or replace damaged or broken electrical equipment and wires. Determine and obtain all supplies and equipment needed to make repairs; erect and use ladders, scaffolds and chainfalls; utilize lift equipment to access high wires and fixtures; work above ceilings, under water, in crawl spaces, at any height from below ground level to several stories high and at any angle; remove broken material or equipment to be replaced; upgrade or replace wiring and fixtures to meet federal and local electrical codes; modify systems as appropriate.

Install electrical power and lighting systems. Shut down power in work area as appropriate; work with live wires; connect circuits; determine power source to feed power and l...