Campus electrician

Responsibilities

• Engage in regular maintenance or new electrical installation works alongside electrical contractor to facilitate proper repairing of failures or extension of electrical power to new points of use.
• Completing or overseeing a variety of assignments to carry out the remodeling, renovation, and/or maintenance of buildings and facilities (may include maintenance/repair of facility compressed air, HVAC/exhaust, sewer, and facility management systems).
• Make authoritative technical recommendations where necessary.
• Following preventive maintenance schedules on various mechanical and electrical systems (generators, HVAC, Fire detection, Firefighting pump. Etc.).
• Conduct diagnosis of systems and components malfunctioning, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Prepare a comprehensive list of electrical materials with their specifications, when needed, for maintenance or new installations.
• Prepare preliminary route sketches for minor installations on a regular basis to act as a guide on how the power supply connections will be fixed.
• Engage in regular troubleshooting issues within the power network to diagnose any new developing failures within the power system and hence plan for repairs on time.
• Ensure uninterrupted power service, perform root cause analysis & develop action plans.
• Respond to regular electrical emergencies within the Campus as directed by the supervisor to affect the necessary remedies of the same where possible or escalate in case of any needed assistance.
• Respond to regular electrical concerns raised by various stakeholders within the Campus such as short circuits, dysfunctional sockets and others to offer remedy to enable continuity of operations.
• Engage in the installation of electric power to new extensions within the Campus when needed, so as to ensure proper connectivity for the required extension purpose.
• Engage in regular inspection of different areas within the Campus to identify any lighting needs, generator maintenance needs, to inform the necessary course of action e.g. new points that require street/path lights.
• Perform regular inspections at all the campus electrical equipment to ensure their adequate functionality;
• Manage all regular servicing schedules for all the campus electricity plants including but not limited to, Generators, Fire Fighting Pump, HVAC.
• Ensuring the functionality of all electrical appliances including the kitchen and laundry appliances.
• Supervise major electrical and generator related installations projects and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-4 years of work experience in electrical installation and maintenance.
• Minimum of Diploma in Electrical Installation and Maintenance (A1) or Certificate / Craft certificate in Electrical Installation and Maintenance from a recognized institution.
• Computer skills in word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

How To Apply

To apply, please provide:

1. Curriculum Vitae,
2. A Degree,
3. A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience.

Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page.

About the Role

This position is responsible for ensuring all-time electrical connectivity within the Campus premises through proper electrical installation and regular maintenance.

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Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work—including community members—as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.