Electrician

Job DetailsJob Location: Kansas - Olathe, KSPosition Type: Full TimeJob Summary: Responsible for maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical needs for the university. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Complete the scheduled work as assigned, within the guidelines established by the supervisor or lead position. Maintain positive relationships and positive attitude with all facility services staff and university personnel including faculty, staff, and students. Observe maintenance needs or requirements for the areas assigned and report the required to the supervisor or lead position. Installs and monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement. Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments. Leads, guides, and/or trains other electricians in applicable procedures and techniques. Operates and maintains medium voltage switchgear and controls; may repair and maintain motor control centers and programmable logic controls. Troubleshoots and repairs primary distribution system malfunctions such as ground fault tracing and cable replacement. Plans electrical primary system extensions to power secondary systems. May perform work of lower level electricians. Uses ladders and lifts to complete assigned task. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Reads, employs, and updates electrical panel schedules and building or system blueprints. Performs other facility services maintenance duties as assigned. Willingness to participate in the on call rotation and special event setup.   QualificationsQualifications/Skills Required:   Knowledge and observance of safety precautions Knowledge of electricity and its fundamentals to include high and low voltage. Knowledge of controls and control systems, lighting, and power wiring Use and care of electrician’s hand tools, meters, and equipment. Ability to prepare and check layouts and make sketches. Possess a current & valid driver license and insurable under the university’s auto insurance   carrier. Ability to interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications. Ability to prepare written reports and keep records. Ability to perform trouble shooting on electrical systems, in HVAC equipment and refrigeration. Individuals must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position. Knowledge of National Electrical Code, NFPA-70E, OSHA 10-30, and the National Electrical Safety Code.   Education and/or Experience:   High School Diploma or GED; Trade or Vocational School At least 5 year’s experience in the electrical trade Journeyman level or above   Work Environment:   Ability to work independently. Ability to work in hot and cold weather conditions.   Application: Upload the following documentations below Cover letter Resume Statement of Faith (see below) Questions may be addressed to Abigail Harris, HR Generalist, at abrubaker@mnu.edu.     Statement of Faith: MidAmerica Nazarene University is an intentionally Christian Community and desires that all employees in positions of leadership reflect a foundational Christian position in word, attitude and action. While there is no predetermined length or format for the Personal Statement of Faith, the norm is a one page narrative document describing the applicant’s central Christian beliefs, significant formative influences in the applicant’s Christian experience (e.g., religious experiences of conversion or the affirmation of one’s faith, one’s family and/or home life, spiritual aspirations), and ways in which the applicant’s faith is being demonstrated in daily patterns and practices.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.   MidAmerica is very much interested in reviewing applications from qualified members of traditionally underrepresented groups in America, including women and racial and ethnic minorities. MidAmerica Nazarene University policy prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, religion*, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected class in the recruitment and admission of students, in the hiring process, during employment, and in the operation of all university programs, activities, and services.   *Christian faith and employment at MidAmerica Nazarene University: MidAmerica Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. It reserves the right to prefer employees based on religion (Title VII, Section 702-703, U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964). Preferred candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to the Christian faith, active participation in a local church, and a philosophy of Christian higher education consistent with the Wesleyan tradition. Read the university’s full Non-Discrimination/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement at www.mnu.edu/employment.