What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician A position at The Pennsylvania State University?
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State is searching for a full time Electrician A - Grade 3 to join the team. Duties include:- Tear down units, localize trouble and determine extent of repairs necessary; repair or replace defective parts or wiring and reassemble
- Disassemble motors, clean, repair or replace defective parts or wiring; adjust or replace brushes, bearings, commutators, and reassemble
- Install and wire equipment such as generators, motors, electronic equipment, special lighting and wiring, x-ray equipment, stage lighting, dimmer panels; install conduit, making bends, threading and reaming where necessary
- Climb poles for installation and maintenance of high voltage rural distribution systems, flood lighting systems and aircraft lights
- Erect new lighting circuits in offices and various campus units
- Maintain and repair power house equipment such as switchboards, transformers, generators, motors
- Perform periodic inspection of motors, switchboards, circuits and other equipment as a matter of preventive maintenance
- Detect unusual conditions or defective materials and report to master electrician
- Direct the work of one or more lower grade electricians
- Test and maintain fire alarm and emergency light systems on an assigned schedule
- Safeguard utility services and facilities at various times while on duty and promptly report any unusual circumstances to supervisor
- Perform other duties related or similar to the types described above
Job Requirements: Requires the use of advanced shop mathematics, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, all varieties of adjustable measuring instruments and the use of broad training in a recognized trade or craft. Equivalent to a complete accredited, indentured apprenticeship or equivalent to high school plus a 2-year technical college education. Over 1 up to and including 3 years of effective experience.
Work Schedule:3:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Days Off:Saturday, Sunday
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
1 to 3 years of effective experienceREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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