"Electrician - Licensed"

Posted: 18-Feb-26

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Categories: Facilities//Maintenance/Trades, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 4941

Job Description:

• Maintains underground vaults and pole-mounted subsystems up to 120 feet above ground level.
• Pumps water out of vaults; inspects connections between spliced wires; removes deteriorated or damaged insulation from splices/cables; tightens splice connectors; and replaces insulation and retapes connections.
• Inspects pole-mounted transformers for loose connections, leaking fluid silicon coolant and burn marks or corrosion on or near connections in cut-outs.
• Tightens loose connections, replaces damaged or deteriorated insulation and taping, and exercises cut outs to ensure that they are working properly.
• Maintains exterior lighting.
• Installs, repairs and replaces electrical components carrying 120-600 volts in building electrical systems.
• Maintains and repairs conduit and wiring; pulls out damaged on deteriorated conduit and wiring; and installs new conduit and wiring.
• Identifies operating problems in building/motor control panels and corrects problems.
• Maintains the work area, all tools, all equipment, all supplies and any assigned vehicle(s) in a neat, clean and orderly condition and performs all work in accordance with established safety practices.
• This position performs additional duties as requested by supervisory personnel.

Short Job Description:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties, and must have sufficient writing and mathematical skills to prepare estimates and supply requisitions.
• Ability to familiarize themselves with electronic communication devices for work orders and other communication.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, written specifications and operating instructions.
• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program, or an established, certified training program recognized by the University.
• Possession of a State of Michigan Electrician's license.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
• Perform the essential functions of the job, utilizing tools of the trade.
• Completion of a physical examination administered by the employer's designated physician to determine the incumbent's ability to perform the essential functions of the job and/or identify the need for a reasonable job accommodation.

Job Ref: S1469P