Apprentice & Journeyman Electricians Needed ASAP

Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement)
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Internal Title - Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement)
Job Purpose - Assists journeyman electricians in the performance of their electrical work in the distribution, operation, preventive maintenance, maintenance and repair of the primary electrical systems throughout the entire College campus, as well as, maintaining electrical equipment within various buildings, dormitories, historical homes, office buildings, and large facilities. Duties include assisting electricians with troubleshooting and repairing electrical circuits including distribution panels, transformers, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches and all associated wiring.
Minimum Requirements - A high school diploma and basic electrical experience in the electrical trade preferred but not required. Must be willing to learn how to install, perform (general, preventive and emergency) maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment in residential, industrial, and commercial applications. Electrical trade education preferred. Must be able to complete records and paperwork associated with repairs/installations. Must have a valid SC driver's license as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment &/or personnel when needed. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must have the ability and desire to learn and acquire knowledge regarding the electrical trade. Should have considerable initiative and ability to gain knowledge of electrical equipment, tools, and work procedures, used in electrical equipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to learn to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency electrical problems. Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using email and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by the Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.
Must be able to work in areas of excessive heat/cold and lift or move furniture, objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Overtime and call back work is required after normal working hours and on weekends, as needed. May be required to be on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, etc.
Health/Dental/Vision Life Insurance Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental Retirement Long Term Disability Paid Holidays Free CARTA Bus Service Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Full Benefits Package – Click Here
EEO Statement - The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Assists electricians perform a variety of electrical troubleshooting, maintenance and repair duties to eliminate faults and malfunctions in the electrical systems throughout the college campus and in various college buildings, dormitories, historic homes, office buildings and large facilities. Operates mobile electronic device to access, update, and complete work orders to include all appropriate information to reflect action taken, labor hours, parts, materials and other historical and cost related items. Responsible for assisting electricians with distribution, preventive maintenance, general maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of the primary electrical and emergency power systems throughout the entire College. Assists with performing maintenance on all aspects of electrical distribution throughout various points on campus. Assists electricians to initiate repairs as appropriate to eliminate the defects.
Assists electricians with assembling and installing conduit, making necessary measurements, cuts, threads, and bends during new installation and repairs.
Provides preventive maintenance for electrical equipment according to schedule and need.
Drives State vehicles when transporting supplies & equipment. Maintains electrical equipment and devices associated with the gas/oil-fired boilers, chilled water units, air compressors, pumps, solenoid operation valves, and other control devices.
Demonstrates safety knowledge by practicing and adhering to all proper safety procedures and OSHA regulations pertaining to the electrical trade. Consistently wears/uses appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Responsible for ensuring that furniture, floors, walls, & surrounding work area is protected from dust & debris while work is being performed. Also responsible for ensuring that all job sites are thoroughly cleaned when work has been completed.