ELECTRICIAN

How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary To perform complex electrical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, fixtures and wiring. Responsibilities• Fabricate and install control and distribution apparatus, including switches, relays and circuitbreaker panels, fastening them in place with screws or bolts. Connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using handtools. Cut, thread, bind and route conduit lines, and pull wire through conduit by means of fish tape. Dismantle and repair equipment, replacing defective wires, motor brushes, condensers and burned out fuses. Test continuity of electrical circuits in installed or repaired equipment, using electrical measuring instruments. Analyze malfunctions of electrical equipment, using ammeter, voltmeter, ohmmeter drawings and visual inspection. Perform preventive maintenance activities, including periodic visual inspections, taping frayed or exposed wires and securing loose connections. Cut or bore through walls, ceilings or partitions. Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, circuit diagrams and job specifications. Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended. Install and operate public address equipment and temporary lines for electrical services. Required Qualifications• Graduation from high school and specialized training in electrical work. State of Michigan Journeyman or Master's Electrical license. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams. Considerable knowledge of the equipment, methods and materials involved in electrical work. Reasonable knowledge of the maintenance requirements of electrical equipment, fixtures and devices. Reasonable manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude. Reasonable experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and devices. Must fulfill the necessary requirements to drive a University vehicle. Desired Qualifications• Ability to use computer, or other electronic devices, for email, communications, report preparation, work order system, and various other reporting tasks. Familiarity and advance troubleshooting skills with electrical technical systems including VFD Data recorder technical skills, Variable Frequency Drives, Battery Inverter Power Systems (UPS & IPS) and Motor Controls. Licensure & Certification State of Michigan Journeyman or Master's Electrical license.

Work Schedule Shift:

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm The selected candidates might be asked to be on-call, work overtime, and respond to after hours emergencies. Additional Information Facilities and Operations is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.