Electrician II

Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as an Electrician. Brandeis University offers generous benefits package including free tuition for employees and dependents; generous paid time off and holidays with additional days off around the holidays; medical and dental insurance with a generous retirement savings match. Brandeis University, located in Waltham, Massachusetts only 10 miles from Boston with easy access to 128/95 and the Mass Pike, free parking and a commuter rail stop across the street. Sign-on bonus eligible position.

POSITION PURPOSE / JOB OBJECTIVE:
Install, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and distribution systems involving work of a varied nature with minimum supervision. Must have thorough knowledge of electrical codes regarding installation of electrical systems. Must have a minimum of four years’ experience in the electrical maintenance field with the knowledge and understanding of high voltage and low voltage distribution systems.
 

ESSENTIAL & OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Keep records, write reports and identify electrical materials.

• Work from blueprints, drawings, sketches and/or verbal instructions to plan, layout and install electrical equipment.

• Must work on ladders, bucket trucks, scaffolds, and pits.

• Read, write, understand and carry out oral and written instructions in English.

• Establish and maintain a positive cooperative working relationship with supervisors, fellow workers, department heads and other members of the campus community.

• Work in an environment subject to frequent changing of priorities and time deadlines.

• Manually lift up to 60 pounds. Heavier material or equipment is lifted using other methods.

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair any of the variety of electrical equipment or systems, such as generators, transformers, switchboards, motors, motor starters, conduit systems, and fire alarm systems.

• Install and maintain wiring systems, fixtures and emergency lighting systems in existing buildings.

• Make necessary computations relating to load requirements.

• Must utilize a variety of electrician’s tools and testing instruments.

• Must have good working knowledge of control systems, electric and pneumatic, in order to make minor repairs and adjustments.

• Must observe safety rules and regulations at all times. OSHA 10 training preferred.

• Must have sufficient knowledge of HVAC and plumbing equipment to make minor repairs and adjustments.

• Must have sufficient knowledge in the installation of meters and related equipment wherever requested on campus.

• Must be a high school or trade school graduate.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Must possess a Massachusetts State Journeyman’s license.

• *This list is representative of those duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. However, the list is not to be considered as all inclusive.

Physical/Environmental Demands: Manually lift up to 60 pounds. Heavier material or equipment is lifted using other methods. Must work on ladders, bucket trucks, scaffolds, and pits.

Education: Must be a high school or trade school graduate.

Work Experience/Certifications: Must possess a Massachusetts State Journeyman’s license. Must possess a valid driver’s license. OSHA 10 training preferred.      

JOB LOCATION (Place(s) where work is performed):

Inside campus buildings, rooftops, vaults, and outside throughout campus property

EQUIPMENT (Machines, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance):

Insulation resistance meter (megger), recording ammeters single and three phase, recording voltmeters single and three phase, underground high and low voltage cable tracer, high voltage voltmeter tester.

Shift: Mon.-Fri. 7:00am-3:30pm ( Sat./Sun.Off)

EEO disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law.

Closing Statement

Brandeis University is committed to providing its students, faculty and staff with an environment conducive to learning and working and where all people are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, caste, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law.