CALS- Multi Trade Technician III- Electrician- AgriTech

About the role

The position is located within the department of Buildings and Properties Department on the Cornell AgriTech Campus in Geneva, NY. Under General Supervision, Support the Buildings and Properties Mission in a Multi-trade Environment by Working Cooperatively With Unit and Research Staff and Faculty. Perform a Full Range of Journey-level Electrical Work including Install, diagnose, repair, modify, and maintain electrical equipment and systems for the AgriTech Experiment Station in Geneva, NY; recommend repair or replacement strategies; read, interpret and communicate using blueprints, technical drawings, project documents, and other relevant technical information as it pertains to maintaining, installing and troubleshooting facilities infrastructure and systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot complex systems, plan and execute installations start to finish
• Provide leadership and expertise on complex jobs in the field, help others develop skills and expertise
• Identify necessary parts and supplies needed to complete a task and work with Electrician lead to plan and procure
• Maintenance of fire alarms, exhaust fans, air handling units, motor controls, building controls, substation batteries, lighting systems, transformers, electrical system components and other systems as needed
• Custom installations, renovations and relocations, as well as troubleshooting and repair of scientific equipment
• Assist with custodial, warehouse, utility plant, grounds, and other trade shops as required
• Learn and follow safety and work environment regulations, policies and procedures (ARC flash prevention and protection, lead, asbestos, fall protection, confined space, and others as required)
• Acquire and maintain licenses and/or special knowledge to maintain specialized equipment as required
• Set up and tear down for special events as requested
• Retrieve work order data from, and enter material, labor, and work log data into, Maximo daily with accuracy and dependability
• Maintain hand tools and diagnostic equipment needed to perform job duties

Requirements

• General Requirements to Buildings and Properties: Must have a High School diploma
• Capacity to handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion and tact required
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback, communicate, listen, respect others, set priorities and achieve them, and use time effectively
• Highly motivated and exhibit innovation, good judgment, and reliability in the work place
• Work with other staff as a member of a team to resolve issues and achieve common goals
• Provide and promote service to internal and external customers
• Show initiative, anticipate needs, and take action; adapt to changing priorities, situations and demands
• Communicate with tact and diplomacy with a wide range of internal and external customers
• Work comfortably and safely on 10’-12’ stepladders, 24’ extension ladders, and various aerial work platforms
• Knowledge of or ability to learn and follow OSHA lockout/tag-out and other related safety procedures
• 24 hour availability required for emergencies on an as-needed basis

Trade Specific (Electrical) Requirements

• Electrical Trade School or Union certification
• Experience as an electrician in a maintenance facility
• Efficient in installation of EMT and ridged conduit with high quality workmanship
• Efficient in motor control troubleshooting and design
• Able to do load calculations to determine wire sizes, conduct fill, breaker sizes, and branch circuits
• Able to do estimates in all aspects of electrical field
• 5 – 7 years commercial electrical work experience; strong knowledge of electrical trade
• Strong knowledge of National Electric Code
• Read and interpret shop/field drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other project documents
• Able to inspect crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements and confined, isolated areas