"Maintenance Electrician"

Job Details

Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice.

Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 9,000 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and seminary programs. The university’s main campus is located in St. Davids, PA, with many programs also offered online. Eastern’s core values of Faith, Reason, and Justice are woven into all of its educational offerings. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education.

Position Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Plant Operations, the Maintenance Electrician participates in the maintenance effort in all facets of electrical supply, distribution, service, and coordination and oversight of work done by outside contractors.

Demonstrates the ability to assist with a variety of mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance troubleshooting and team repair responsibilities and tasks. Must have the ability to lift and move materials and tools and operate power tools in a safe and proper manner. Position is considered Essential Personnel. Must be computer literate. A current valid driver’s license is required. Responsible for upkeep of assigned vehicle. Personal hand tools required. High school diploma or GED.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs tasks in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, monitoring, and installing of electrical and electronic circuits, equipment and systems as well as assists in the coordination of work utilizing outside contractors.
• Maintains electrical circuitry, interior and exterior lighting, repairs/diagnosis of all types of equipment including but not limited to minor elevator repairs, kitchen equipment, lawn equipment/tools, HVAC equipment, fire alarm systems, campus lighting, emergency lighting, and generator and security systems.
• Assists in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work on, and evaluation of all equipment and systems as assigned including plumbing; mechanical; and heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment as well as electrical tasks, utilizing general knowledge and basic experience and judgment to plan and complete tasks. Performs all work in accordance with local, state and national codes.
• Assists other mechanics as necessary on repairs and/or installation of various mechanical, building, carpentry, electrical and environmental equipment and systems plus general facility maintenance tasks.
• Maintains all electrical equipment and interacts/coordinates work with outside vendors as required.
• Installs new circuits, circuit panels, fire alarm systems, site lighting, interior lighting, and related equipment for new construction, renovation, repair and remodeling projects.
• Completes work requests as assigned and closes them upon completion. Initiates new work orders for additional work as observed and identified.
• Assists in maintaining inventory, parts control and authorized ordering of electrical, electronic and lighting components, parts and materials.
• Participates in Preventive Maintenance (PM) work on all electrical systems and equipment including responsibilities for testing and maintaining emergency lighting and generators on a monthly basis, and the proper recording and maintenance of all required documentation.
• As assigned, maintains university vehicle and position related tools and equipment. Maintains work areas in the field and in the shop in an orderly and clean manner, maintaining a safe work area. Performs tasks in a safe manner, attending safety training programs and courses as directed.
• Accepts responsibilities as Essential Personnel including but not limited to:
  • Participates in the “on-call” rotation as scheduled (after hours and weekends).
  • Be available for duty for inclement weather safety responsibilities (snow, ice, heavy rain, high winds, etc.) including removal of snow, ice, branches and debris from roads, paths, walkways, buildings, parking lots, etc.; the treatment of roads, walkways, stairs and lots with salt, ice-melt, and/or anti-skid and related tasks. Most duties will be done utilizing vehicles and equipment but some tasks will require manual, physical hard work.
  • Work during campus closures.
  • Be available for non-weather related occurrences of weekend work.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Is required to be available for and accept "on-call" coverage within a rotating schedule.
• Maintains professional growth and development by attending educational, technical and training programs, seminars and courses through self-identification of these opportunities as well as with direction from the Director of Plant Operations.
• Responds to emergency elevator service calls.
• Possesses and provides basic, position- related, personal hand tools.
• Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join together to achieve our common mission. Embodies valves of caring and compassion, justice and dignity; competence and affirmation.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skill, Experience Requirements

1. High school graduate or equivalent
2. Good trade knowledge in electrical with basic knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, and heating ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration is required.
3. Two or more years of total experience as an electrician or four or more years as a Maintenance Mechanic/Apprentice Electrician is required as is familiar with standard electrical concepts, practices, procedures and codes. Vocational, trade or technical school training is beneficial.
4. Able to establish and maintain good working relationships with other maintenance, technical, university staff and contractor personnel.
5. Strong written, oral, organizational and basic computer skills.
6. Detail oriented with ability to manage work requests and projects.
7. Able to work with minimal direct supervision.
8. Able to operate hand and power tools as well as climb ladders and use a 32-foot aerial lift safely.

Supplemental Information

Staff, full-time, hourly, regular, 12 months/year, 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm, overtime and on-call status are required as requested by Director of Plant Operations or Executive Director of Facilities and Campus Services.

About Eastern University

Eastern University is a Christian university of the arts and sciences that integrates faith, reason and justice for students in its undergraduate, graduate, seminary, urban, professional and international programs. Applicants should have a Christian commitment compatible with its mission and be willing to support the mission and vision of the university. The university complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; members of protected classes encouraged to apply.

Background Checks

Standard University employees are required to complete the background clearance process. Employment is contingent upon the successful results of an employment background screening. The employment background screening may include but is not limited to your consumer credit history (for positions that work with the university finances or alumni funds only), verification of education and professional credentials, criminal history, driving history, residency, immigration status, performance, references, and other qualities pertinent to your qualifications for the following position.

Youth Clearances are required for positions with direct contact with children and essential personnel positions. Employees working with or around minor age children are required to complete the youth clearance process which includes the following four child protection clearances:

1. Affidavit;
2. FBI Criminal Record Check;
3. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance and;
4. Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check.

In accordance with state laws, Act 73 of 2007, Act 153 of 2014, Act 168 (relating to the Child Protective Services Law), school employees of Eastern University who will have "direct contact with children" must complete the background check process prior to employment. Results must be submitted within ten days of receipt.

Description Disclaimer

This description is intended to describe the general level and nature of work performed by the person/people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the person/people so assigned.