Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Facilities Management

Job Title: Lighting Control Technician (Electrician)

Position #785063 – Requisition #21745

Primary Work Location: Anschutz Medical Campus – Aurora, Colorado

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Who We Are:

A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient’s bedside. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Facilities Management has an opening for a full-time, State Classified Lighting Control Technician (Electrician) positions.

Job Summary:
The Lighting Control Technician position ensures the availability and distribution of electrical power to the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, for use by, but not limited to the following systems: building automation systems, lighting control panels, computer network, and a multitude of other power applications. This position inspects, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on electrical systems.  This position also programs changes to software and components for our campus lighting control systems, and manages projects and permits for installation of lighting control systems.

This Lighting Control Technician position  is classified as Electrical Trades II, which is a fully operating electrician. The work involves the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical lighting control systems, maintenance of lighting control panels, diagnose malfunctioning systems. It includes planning new, or modifying existing installations, review existing lighting control programs and verify correct operation, connecting the power source, testing circuits, preparing sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, and repairing faulty equipment or systems with assistance from BAS group. Manage projects and permits for installation and maintenance of lighting control equipment.  Coordinate the update of as-built drawings by the lighting designer/ vender.  Support energy program by reviewing Occupancy Sensor operation for stuck on areas quarterly. Work is assigned by means of verbal or written orders and is carried out by the position in accordance with standard practices of the electrical trade. Positions in this class may direct the work of others.

Examples of Work Performed:

Electrical Installation (30%)

• Installs various kinds of raceways, wiring, boxes, supports, fastening devices, lighting fixtures, lighting control panels, installation of low voltage cabling, relays, HVAC controls, and other devices. 
• Schedules outages for lighting system firmware and component replacement. 
• Maintains attic stock of inventory items for multiple systems lighting control systems.

Determine Scheduling and Methods (30%)

• Meets with internal and external constituents to determine their needs then provides pricing information to same. If the pricing is within constituent’s budget tradesman, then determines scheduling and methods by which to perform the work.
• Provides cost estimates for upgrades and includes costs for licensing, software, hardware, design, programming, installation and labor.

Preventative Maintenance (30%)

• Receives PM work orders, performs preventive maintenance on assigned installed equipment, logs and reports as required.
• Operates university vehicle to transport necessary tools/equipment to work sites across campus.

Training (5%)

• Provides training on lighting control device replacement and basic electrical troubleshooting skills for identifying issues with the existing zone settings of lighting control panels.
• Provides training and assistance to non-electrical CU staff on lighting controls repairs and new installations to ensure compliance with electrical code, CU Construction Standards, accepted good trade practices.
• Provides training on functions of the lighting control systems and devices.

Emergencies, Special Events, and Other Duties (5%)

• Participates and assists in emergencies based on the magnitude and nature.
• Supports various special events both in preparation and during the event (i.e. Commencement).
• May be assigned other duties as required.

Salary & Benefits:

• Hiring Salary Range: $56,268 - $62,208 annually
• *The salary offered is usually the minimum listed, however, a salary above the minimum may be offered for some hard to fill positions and/or in recognition of prior and applicable skills, experience, certifications, etc...
• This position is eligible for overtime compensation
• Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
• Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.
• Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Additional Information:

• Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx
• Reference checks are a standard step in our hiring process.  You may be asked to provide contact information, including e-mail addresses, for up to 5 references if you are referred to the Hiring Authority for an interview.  We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references.
• The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
• The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications
Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours per week worked as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a current electrician license issued by the State of Colorado - license must at least be at journeyman level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience at the level of Electrical Trades II (or equivalent) as a lighting control technician and/or assisting skilled licensed electricians in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of lighting control systems, appliances, devices, and/or verifying up to date lighting control systems software
• Experience working with lighting control panels and devices
• Experience diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in existing electrical systems & building automation systems connection to the lighting control panels
• Experience providing training on basic operations of lighting control panels and basic electrical troubleshooting skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License.
• Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle check and drug test.
• Subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing per UCD Facilities Operations Department Policies.
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk on a constant basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to bend and reach above shoulders on a frequent basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds on a constant basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to push and pull on a frequent basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to use manual dexterity, eye/hand coordination and near vision on a constant basis.
• Must be willing and able to use far vision, hearing and verbal communication on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including snow, rain, heat, and cold.
• Must be willing and able to work with chemicals/solvents.
• Must be willing and able to work in areas where you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or infectious materials.
• Must be willing and able to operate moving equipment and work around machinery or moving equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work around noise/vibrations.
• Must be willing and able to work alone, above ground and in small confined spaces.
• Must be willing and able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb on scaffolds/ladders.
• Must be willing and able to work straight or rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.
• NOTE: This position has been designated as essential personnel, “Subject to call 24 hours per day, seven days per week” and may be required to carry a pager. Position may also be required to “Stay over late” or “Come in early” to “Cover” shifts, as needed and may be required to respond to any emergencies as needed. If hired, you will be required to provide effective off-hours phone contact info for emergency call-in purposes.

Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize levels of assistance needed
• Strong ability to work well and maintain a positive attitude under pressure
• Knowledge of the electrical trade
• Mechanical ability
• Physical ability

Job Category: Facilities/Labor,Trades & Crafts
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 16, 2021
Unposting Date: Jun 21, 2021, 10:59:00 PM