Senior Electrician, Housing

Facilities Management (FM) at the University of Virginia has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrician who supports FMs goal of providing consistent, cost effective, and reliable maintenance and service to the University facilities in Housing. The Housing Zone provides facilities services to Housing and Residential Life (HRL) properties consisting of 8,000 beds distributed through 187 buildings, encompassing over 3 million square feet of occupied residential space. Our portfolio includes single-family homes, traditional residence halls, and apartments. Senior Electricians perform installation, repair, and maintenance trade work on electrical systems and equipment in buildings, including emergency backup systems, alarms, and life-support equipment. Senior Electricians are distinguished by a depth of knowledge and experience. They receive only limited supervision and provide work site guidance to electricians. Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginias wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair and maintenance of UVAs buildings, infrastructure, and grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties. Responsibilities: Assume responsibility for laying out and running larger and more complex jobs involving more than one mechanic. Assist supervisor in coordinating daily assignments among different jobs. Perform preventative maintenance repairs and emergency maintenance on electrical equipment. Respond to emergency requests. Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate. Foster a safe work environment by instructing and monitoring compliance of OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, the National Electrical Code, and The Joint Commission. Specify, estimate, and install equipment, wiring, and systems in accordance with applicable standards and requirements. Provide direct guidance and mentorship to lower-level electricians. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Required Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: Seven years of experience. Licensure: Journey or Master level electrical license. Compensation: The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $29 - $34 per hour ($60,320 - $70,720 Annually), commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time non-exempt position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include: 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off Parental and Community Service Leave Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System Tuition and professional development benefits Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year. For the position, the selected candidate will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. Physical Demands : The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell. To Apply: Please apply online and search for R0084610. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials: Resume Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. This position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io. About UVA and the Community: To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.