Job Location: Bethany Campus - Bethany, OK

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: None

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

JOB SUMMARY

Assist in maintaining the electrical systems and equipment of Southern Nazarene University in good condition and working order, to create a safe and suitable environment for learning and living. Under the supervision of the universitys licensed electrical contractor, electrical supervisor, and/or officials responsible for the coordination and accomplishment of plant maintenance and operation work, perform the duties peculiar to, and normally required in, the trade of electrician, following recognized procedures and techniques for such work while fostering an environment conducive to quality Christian living and learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

Including, but not limited to, learning and being responsible to perform the following:

• Installation of new and additional electrical work, remodeling etc.
• Maintenance and repair of fixtures, motors, relays, magnetic starters, transformers, etc.
• Installation of electrical conduit/wiring for new equipment and fixtures.
• Understand the electrical symbols and interpretation of building and electrical prints.
• Troubleshoot elements of electrical systems to isolate defects in wiring, blown fuses, short circuits, defective switches, etc., and to locate obvious faults in motors and other electrical equipment, using suitable testing instruments.
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems, fixtures, and appliances.
• Must be able to handle and read a variety of hand tools and meters.
• As required, estimate materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion, and equity.
• Must be willing to work under the direction of the supervising electrician and the electrical contractor, to achieve the number of apprentice hours required to test for and achieve Journeyman Electrician License.
• Gain knowledge of codes pertaining to maintenance and installation of electrical systems.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment.
• Typing and spelling competency.
• Experience with various computer software applications.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is medium. Lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls a variety of electrical materials such as cables, conduits, fixtures and equipment.
• Must be able to individually lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and be able to, with assistance, move and transport heavier materials and equipment.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and from heights.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work from lifts, scaffolding and high platforms; balance, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to electrical wiring, etc.
• Needs good near-visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision and color vision in making connections, soldering, splicing wires and reading a variety of hand tools and meters.
• Required to work inside and outside in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some college coursework
• Experience in higher education

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Apply Online for this position at https://snu.edu/employment/

Benefits

Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.