Requisition:

202400147S

Electrician III

Non-Exempt

This position is a pay grade 8. Please see Pay Grade Table at:
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Skilled Craft

Facilities Management - Facilities Services

Division of Finance and Operations

04/26/2024

Yes

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent with 5 years of experience in maintenance electrician level or experience in a related field. Lineman experience or experience working with 5-15 Kilo-Volt three phase power, preferred. Must be licensed as Journeyman level electrician by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must meet the requirements to obtain a license immediately upon hiring. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Additional education in lieu of experience may be considered.

Performs complex maintenance service of electrical equipment and systems for buildings, facilities, and 5-15 Kilo-Volt feeder systems and related equipment.

Installs and repairs 5-15 Kilo-Volt wire, equipment and connections. Repairs, installs, replaces, cleans, inspects and performs preventative maintenance. Tests electrical circuits, motors, equipment, lights, outlets, switches, breakers, sockets, plugs, insulators, switchgear and transformers. Performs general electrical maintenance in commercial buildings and facilities in accordance with the National Electric Code using blueprints and diagrams that are rated at 15 Kilo-Volts (Alternating Current) three phase and lower. Troubleshoots and repairs low voltage control circuits and systems. Assists with ordering materials and parts. Uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time and document work on a daily basis. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Must be able to use various types of tools of the trade including but not limited to; rotation meters, various types of medium voltage testing equipment, ladders, hammers, all types of screwdrivers, ratchets, utility knives, insulation strippers, multi-meters, saws, hand drills, rotary hammers, reciprocating saws, circular saws, conduit benders, polyvinyl chloride primer and adhesive, hot stick, all types of pliers and tape measures. Must be able to operate Meggar equipment on motors, generators and electrical conductors. Will be exposed to electrical hazards, various weather elements, dust, dirt, heat, cold, noise, vibration, congested work area, confined spaces, overhead work and heavy lifting. Climb ladders, stairs, inclines and declines. Must be able to work in high voltage flash suits, gloves, and other high voltage personal protective equipment. Must be familiar with electrical BUSS maintenance and construction. Work occasionally includes high places, motor control centers, electrical rooms, mechanical rooms, plant environments, kneeling, bending and crawling. May assist in training other employees. Expected to resolve work problems as they arise, make independent decisions and work most assignments with substantial independence. Must be familiar with a hydraulic boom tuck with personnel lift.


Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas commercial driver license and driving record acceptable to the university's insurance carrier is required. A valid Texas CDL commercial driver's license may be required.


During emergencies, operational failures, and peak use periods, employee may be called in when off shift to work an extended shift. Special procedures sometimes require extended hours.


Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy.

Full Time

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Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.



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