Electrician SK2.1

Req Id: 31602 Job Title: Electrician SK2.1 Job Description: Job Summary As an Electrician SK2.1 for the Operations and Maintenance dept.

at Purdue, you will: * Perform electrical construction & maintenance on all University secondary electrical systems, lighting systems, control circuits, ETS phones, & transformers.

* Respond to service calls, trouble-shooting & repairs.

* Perform preventive maintenance as dictated by schedules.

* Perform scheduled maintenance on Generators, PLC's, Blvd Lights, Beacon/Windsock, H/C doors.

* Renovate & modifies existing electrical systems.

* Refer to blue prints, work with engineering department and serve as interim to crew chief during the Crew Chiefs absence.

* Overtime will be required in this position.

* Required to carry a pager.

* Subject to 24 hour callback.

Education & Experience: * HS diploma/GED * 3 years of experience in electrical construction, electrical maintenance, electrical repair, or electrical trouble-shooting.

* Continue education in the electrical field as directed.

Skills Needed: Required: * Perform mathematical calculations.

* Possess good oral and written communication.

* Work in adverse conditions such as electrical hazards, extreme cold and heat, confined spaces and working from heights.

* Ability to lift and carry 50-80lbs frequently, and up to 100lbs or more occasionally.

* Skills and experience working with secondary electrical systems, lighting systems, and conduit.

* Skills and experience working with transformers.

* Ability to read blue prints and schematics.

Preferred: * Basic computer skills including familiarity with word processors, spreadsheets, and SAP.

* Experience with control circuits, generators and PLC's.

Additional Information: * To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE * Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position * A background check will be required for employment in this position * FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime) * Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan * Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.