Trades Specialist (Electrician)

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Summary
Position installs, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots electrical devices, components, and systems for a University campus consisting of approximately 180 buildings. Position's primary purpose is to ensure that all electrical systems and auxiliary components are in good working order and that any repairs are completed promptly, properly, and safely. Hours for this position are 7:00 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Job Description
Essential Duties:

• Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; arranges for materials to be at job site.
• Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities and property using expertise acquired through specialist training in a skilled trade.
• Assists outside contractors as needed; assists craftpersons from other trades as needed.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files.

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and two years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Driver's license required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular skilled trade
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams

Working Conditions:

• Frequent standing and walking with some climbing and lifting of materials weighing 50-75 pounds
• Frequent operation of equipment
• Somewhat unpleasant working conditions
• Some exposure to unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable
• Some element of personal risk and exposure to accidents

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Must be reasonably available after normal business hours, weekends, and holidays for on-site response to serious electrical system malfunctions.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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