Electrical Technician

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UNT System Overview	Welcome to the University of North Texas System , or UNT World as we like to call ourselves. UNT World includes the University of North Texas in Denton , the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
Posting Title	Electrical Technician
Department	UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000
Job Location	Denton
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility	TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information	For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information	Salary Commensurate with experience (** Additional pay may be approved for certain licenses and certifications.)
Department Summary	The Maintenance division consists of seven Departments: Custodial Services, Grounds Department, Electrical Maintenance, Utilities Maintenance, Structural Maintenance, Construction Services, and Auxiliary Services. For additional information on the Facilities Maintenance department you may visit our website at: https://facilities.unt.edu/about/maintenance The Facilities Maintenance Department supports the academic, research, housing, and dining facility needs for the University of North Texas while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the University’s physical assets. The Facilities Maintenance team performs routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the campus buildings and utility infrastructure. Grounds services provides an aesthetically pleasing environment for University faculty, staff, students, and visitors by maintaining all campus turf, landscapes, irrigation system, litter control, solid waste management and recycling. Facilities Maintenance maintains, repairs, constructs, and renovates University facilities and installed systems in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, and in conformance with University policies and standards. The Facilities organization at UNT is a service provider comprised of the following divisions: Facilities Planning Design & Construction (PDC); Facilities Maintenance (FM) and Facilities Support & Services (FSS). We are responsible for the planning, renovation, maintenance and repair of university buildings and facilities, as well as other services playing an essential role to the mission of the University of North Texas. Facilities has over 325 employees who lead the way in caring for and operating over 175 facilities across 960 acres of property. Our goal is to provide world-class support for the University by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient facility and utility operations delivered with outstanding customer service and effective stewardship of resources and the environment. For additional information on Facilities, you may visit our website at: https://facilities.unt.edu/
Position Overview	The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire an Electrical Technician to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: * Repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments. * Inspects and tests electrical lighting, signal, communication and power circuits and equipment. Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment, using suitable testing instruments, and either repairs or replaces the equipment as required. * Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems, fixes and appliances. * As required, estimates materials needed and records time and materials expended on each work order. * This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed. * Other duties as assigned. * This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma/GED equivalent and one year experience in related maintenance/repair field. Substitution of education for experience allowed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	• Knowledge of the electrical symbols and interpretation of building and electrical prints. • Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task; knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance; knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings. • Ability to use basic shop math applications. • Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs. • Physical ability to perform moderately heavy physical work which includes lifting and crawling, and to remain outdoors in inclement weather. • Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications	The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Verifiable background in Electrical as well as apprentice license would be helpful. Ability to work on step ladders, cat walks, and extension ladders up to 16ft. Willing to work overtime and unconventional hours. Willing to learn new skills and tackle any job assigned to them.
Required License / Registration / Certification	Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm
Driving University Vehicle	Yes
Security Sensitive	This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement	The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title	Electrical Technician
Physical Requirements	Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

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Posting Number	S3595P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter and a list of three professional references with their online application.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/55144

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