Maintenance Electrician - Evenings

Facilities Mgmt CH

Maintain, repair, install and alter electrical systems, equipment and fixtures. Working knowledge of fire alarm systems, UPS units and variable frequency drives. Install, program and maintain metering and power quality systems. Works from sketches, layouts or prints with latitude to determine materials and layout. All work is subject to inspection and review.

Must be a member of Operating Engineers Local 399, or join after a 90-day probationary period. Ability to work safely and at heights on ladders, lifts and scaffolding. Dexterity necessary for the use of tools and manipulation of materials. Must be available and capable of responding to irregularities during evenings and weekends ensuring 24 hour, 7 day per week coverage.

Installs, repairs, and maintains electrical/power systems which operate on alternating or direct current circuits. Systems may include medium and high voltage lines, switchboards, panels and gear, generator and motor controls, switches, meters and circuit breakers;

Performs preventative maintenance on transformer vaults and switchgear for safety and power conditions;

Repairs, installs and maintains fire alarm systems and devices;

Tests and maintains operation of emergency generators and transfer switches;

May instruct and oversee semiskilled or unskilled workers;

High School diploma, GED or equivalent combination of educational training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;

Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program;

Five years field experience at journeyman level;

Must be a member of Operating Engineers Local 399 or join after satisfactory completion of a 90-day probationary period;

Working knowledge of fire alarm systems and related equipment;

Working knowledge of the National and/or Chicago Electrical codes, BOCA and NFPA;

Must be able to work independently, problem-solve and utilize skills to complete multi-component electrical projects in a safe, quality and timely fashion under minimal supervision;

Solid working knowledge of repair and maintenance of variable frequency drives;

Ability to perform calculations applicable to field of experience;

Successfully uses multiple software program independently. Software may include Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, CMMS Systems and Peoplesoft;

Proficiency with mobile devices including iOS.

10 years field experience;

• College level training and related work experience in an institutional setting;
• Knowledge of state of the art electrical technologies (e.g. lighting control systems);
• Three years' of experience with VFD installation, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Working knowledge of installation, programming and maintaining UPS units, energy use metering systems and power quality systems.

Exceptional customer relationship skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment;

Achieves a standard of excellence with work processes and outcomes, honoring University and Department policies and all regulatory requirements.

Target hiring pay for this position will be $54.14 per hour per the Local 399 CBA. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.