Electrician
Wheaton College, MA
Norton, MA
Full-time
Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades
Posted on May 11, 2023
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number:
0601002
Position Title:
Electrician
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Job Type:
Full-Time
Staff Term:
12 Months
Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):
8-4:30
Academic Year Schedule (dates):
Faculty Term:
Position Type:
Staff
Department:
Electrical Shop
Job Summary/Basic Function:
PRIMARYPURPOSE:
Perform all duties required to maintain the College's electrical system and associated equipment. Taking direction from the Master Electrician, perform work and/or distribute and oversee work performed by Trades Helpers when applicable.
ESSENTIALJOBFUNCTIONS:
1. Utilizing the work order management system, maintain all electrical equipment, repairing/ replacing as required.
2. Effectively investigate and identify electrical problems while developing plans to repair and maintain the electrical systems throughout the college
3. Perform Preventive Maintenance on all applicable electrical equipment and systems throughout the campus.
4. Maintain all the College's life safety systems, i.e. Fire alarms, and all emergency lighting systems.
5. Contribute to a safe work environment and where applicable, ensure co-workers are knowledgeable and properly trained in the use of all equipment used by the department.
6. Install new wiring, power, and controls.
7. Install specialty lighting when required.
8. Supervise and train staff when assigned.
9. Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals, using approved safety standards and precautions.
10. Evaluate and make recommendations about improvements to service.
11. Respond to all requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
12. Operate college vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner.
REQUIREDKNOWLEDGES,SKILLSANDABILITIES:
1. Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal/no supervision to meet deadlines.
2. Ability to comprehend electrical blueprints and schematics.
3. Ability to identify, troubleshoot and repair electrical failures.
4. Ability to work from ladders and staging without fear of height.
5. Ability to communicate well, with strong writing and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
7. Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
8. Knowledge of safety andOSHArequirements.
9. Ability to work independently, resolve problems, and function as part of a team.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts Journeyman Electricians License: Required
2. Equivalent to four years of trade school or high school diploma/equivalent.
3. Licenses: Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits
To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation andbenefitsprogram.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The anticipated hiring or recruitment range for this position is $26/hr – $28.50/hr
Physical Demands
1. Physically capable to lift 50-80 lbs.
2. Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Eeo Statement
Wheaton is a private coeducational liberal arts college within easy
commuting distance of Boston and Providence. We have nearly 1,700
undergraduates from 40 U.S. States and more than 70 countries. Nearly 23%
of our undergraduates are U.S. students of color and 11% are international
citizens. Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the
basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic
information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich
an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the
College actively encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented groups.
Posting Date:
05/05/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
No
Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206
Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu
Contact Fax
Special Instructions to Candidates:
To prevent the infection and spread ofCOVID-19 and as an integral part of our public health and safety measures, Wheaton College requires that all successful applicants hired provide proof of full vaccination and one booster forCOVID-19 at the time of employment, unless an exemption from this policy is requested and approved. Applicants believing that they need an accommodation of this policy because of a disability, medical condition, or sincerely-held religious belief should inform the Office of Human Resources after an offer of employment is extended.
References
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number:
0601002
Position Title:
Electrician
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Job Type:
Full-Time
Staff Term:
12 Months
Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):
8-4:30
Academic Year Schedule (dates):
Faculty Term:
Position Type:
Staff
Department:
Electrical Shop
Job Summary/Basic Function:
PRIMARYPURPOSE:
Perform all duties required to maintain the College's electrical system and associated equipment. Taking direction from the Master Electrician, perform work and/or distribute and oversee work performed by Trades Helpers when applicable.
ESSENTIALJOBFUNCTIONS:
1. Utilizing the work order management system, maintain all electrical equipment, repairing/ replacing as required.
2. Effectively investigate and identify electrical problems while developing plans to repair and maintain the electrical systems throughout the college
3. Perform Preventive Maintenance on all applicable electrical equipment and systems throughout the campus.
4. Maintain all the College's life safety systems, i.e. Fire alarms, and all emergency lighting systems.
5. Contribute to a safe work environment and where applicable, ensure co-workers are knowledgeable and properly trained in the use of all equipment used by the department.
6. Install new wiring, power, and controls.
7. Install specialty lighting when required.
8. Supervise and train staff when assigned.
9. Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals, using approved safety standards and precautions.
10. Evaluate and make recommendations about improvements to service.
11. Respond to all requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
12. Operate college vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner.
REQUIREDKNOWLEDGES,SKILLSANDABILITIES:
1. Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal/no supervision to meet deadlines.
2. Ability to comprehend electrical blueprints and schematics.
3. Ability to identify, troubleshoot and repair electrical failures.
4. Ability to work from ladders and staging without fear of height.
5. Ability to communicate well, with strong writing and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
7. Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
8. Knowledge of safety andOSHArequirements.
9. Ability to work independently, resolve problems, and function as part of a team.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts Journeyman Electricians License: Required
2. Equivalent to four years of trade school or high school diploma/equivalent.
3. Licenses: Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits
To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation andbenefitsprogram.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The anticipated hiring or recruitment range for this position is $26/hr – $28.50/hr
Physical Demands
1. Physically capable to lift 50-80 lbs.
2. Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Eeo Statement
Wheaton is a private coeducational liberal arts college within easy
commuting distance of Boston and Providence. We have nearly 1,700
undergraduates from 40 U.S. States and more than 70 countries. Nearly 23%
of our undergraduates are U.S. students of color and 11% are international
citizens. Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the
basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic
information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich
an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the
College actively encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented groups.
Posting Date:
05/05/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
No
Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206
Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu
Contact Fax
Special Instructions to Candidates:
To prevent the infection and spread ofCOVID-19 and as an integral part of our public health and safety measures, Wheaton College requires that all successful applicants hired provide proof of full vaccination and one booster forCOVID-19 at the time of employment, unless an exemption from this policy is requested and approved. Applicants believing that they need an accommodation of this policy because of a disability, medical condition, or sincerely-held religious belief should inform the Office of Human Resources after an offer of employment is extended.
References
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- List of References
- Resume
- Cover Letter