Electrician

State

Title:

Electrician

Bargaining Unit: IFPTE

Employment Type:

40 hours per week (Full-time)

Internal salary:
Range 16 Steps 1-11 /Salary: $50,539.44 - $73,385.74

External salary:
Range 16 Steps 1-4/ Salary: $50,539.44 - $57,393.33

The internal salary range is used for applicants who are current NJ state employees with underlying classified status for promotional calculations who meet the requirements below.

About TCNJ

Founded in 1855, TCNJ offers a highly personalized and collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, offering small classes, a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and an immersive living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1 in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a model for public higher education.

Position Overview:

The Department of Facilities and Administrative Services is a large operational service organization that provides a broad array of services to the campus community through the following areas:
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. Works from electrical sketches, schematics, plans and specifications in accordance with the electrical code or approved trade practices and established procedures.

Responsibilities:

Reporting 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. This position 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.

Qualifications:

* Ability to analyze the problems involved in the maintenance and repair of electrical circuits, systems and equipment, including 480 volts and lower voltages; and, have the ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, colleagues and clients.

* Demonstrated 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.

* 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.

* NOTE:

Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute a current Electrical Contractor license issued by the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs for three (3) years of experience.

* NOTE:

Appointees may be required to pass a colorblindness test.

Preferred:

* High School Diploma

* Possession of a valid driver's license in good standing issued by state of residence is required. 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…