Electrician

About the role

The Department of Facilities and Administrative Services provides a broad array of services to the campus community through various departments including Access Control Services, Automotive Services, Building Services, Energy and Central Utilities, Facilities Operations, Grounds and Landscape Maintenance Services, Mailing and Receiving Services, Occupational Safety and Environmental Services, and Risk Management Services. This position resides within the Electric Shop of the Office of Facilities Operations.

Responsibilities

• Works from electrical sketches, schematics, plans and specifications in accordance with the electrical code or approved trade practices and established procedures.
• Reports to the Supervisor of the Electric Shop, the Electrician performs skilled electrical work in the installation, repair, adjustment, and maintenance of campus electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensures that electrical systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with applicable codes and standards while supporting the College's mission of providing a well-maintained learning and working environment.
• Responds to calls for emergency assistance and overtime, both emergency and scheduled, pursuant to departmental protocol.
• Knowledgeable in preventive maintenance of all types of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages.
• Carries departmental radio at all times to receive calls for services and to request assistance.
• Ensures that all work areas and shop area are clean and clear of debris and equipment.
• Ensures that cleanup is completed prior to the end of the workday and/or job assignment.
• Complies with all college occupational health, safety, security and environmental regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze the problems involved in the maintenance and repair of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages.
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, colleagues and clients.
• Broad experience in commercial/industrial environment as an electrician in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing and maintenance of electrical systems, circuits and related equipment.
• Experience in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing and the maintenance of electrical equipment, appliances, machinery, and circuits.
• Must be able to walk distances in all weather conditions, navigate stairs, climb ladders, utilize scaffolding or powered lifts, kneel, negotiate tight spaces, and work in high spaces.
• Must be capable of lifting tools, materials and equipment commensurate within the functions of this position (up to 70 pounds).
• Must be able to work in all kinds of weather conditions year-round.
• Must be able to endure limited lighting situations with extreme temperatures (e.g. non-air-conditioned spaces) when accessing attic spaces and roof access locations.
• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Must work in buildings that may not have elevators to move materials in and out of the facility, and must rely on stairs to navigate through said buildings.

Required

• Three (3) years of experience in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing and the maintenance of electrical equipment, appliances, machinery, and circuits.
• Current Electrical Contractor license issued by the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs for three (3) years of experience.
• High School Diploma.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing issued by state of residence is required.

Preferred

• High School Diploma.

Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)

Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.