Iowa State University
Location
Ames, IA | United States
Job description
The Facilities Planning & Management Department is seeking qualified candidates for the Electrician III position. This position demonstrates Master Electrician qualifications, training, experience, and technical knowledge to properly plan, lay-out, and supervise the installation of electrical wiring, apparatus and equipment for light, heat, power and other purposes. Utilizes special equipment, tools and processes (such as power quality analyzers, insulation testers, thermal imaging cameras and Thermal/Infrared (TIR) Predictive Testing procedures) to collect, perform advanced diagnostics, analyze, and respond to data collected through established guidelines and procedures for preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure system reliability and system optimization.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
⢠All Electrician I installation, repair, and maintenance requirements.
⢠All Electrician II responsibilities for coordination and accomplishment of maintenance and operations work.
⢠Performs advance diagnostics and analyzes system performance to ensure system reliability and optimization.
⢠Investigates methods and equipment to be used in electrical systems and makes recommendations to engineers.
⢠Designs, installs and troubleshoots electrical control systems including lighting, programmable controllers, and heating and cooling system programmable controllers.
⢠Designs, programs, installs and commissions various control systems.
⢠Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems and components.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
⢠Knowledge of safety precautions mandated by OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and the EPA.
⢠Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
⢠Ability to analyze system problems and recommend system changes.
⢠Ability to implement system changes.
⢠Ability to maintain system documentation.
⢠Ability to train and instruct in the duties peculiar to, and normally required in, the trade of electrician, demonstrating recognized procedures and techniques for such work.
⢠Ability to communicate effectively oral and written instructions, details, and expectations.
⢠Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in electronic systems.
⢠Ability to designs, install and troubleshoot control systems including lighting, programmable controllers, and building heating and cooling system programmable controllers.
⢠Ability to design, program, install and commission various control systems.
⢠Knowledge of processes and procedures related to the design and construction coordination for new and remodel/repair projects.
⢠Ability to work in all types of environmental conditions or areas where there is exposure to excessive noise, dirt, fumes and at elevated heights from ladders, scaffolds, or hydraulic lifts.
⢠Ability to work independently during normal work hours and after hours.
To apply for this position, please click on âApplyâ and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
Connections working at Iowa State UniversityJob tags
Salary
