Electrician I - Campus Services

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Job Description

Conducts general electrical repair work and troubleshooting.

Performs preventive maintenance, installation services and construction work in accordance with organizational and national safety and fire codes.

Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings for material take-off and to complete work assignments.

Installs new electrical systems, fixtures, equipment, wiring, and circuits in accordance with blueprint design.

May repair and maintain fire alarms.

Records kilowatt hour readings from monthly meter inspections to ensure accurate billings and accounting records.

Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, and power equipment.

Uses personal protective equipment as required.

Orders and obtains materials and equipment necessary for project completion.

Utilizes electrical trade tools and tests equipment.

Ensures proper maintenance and safeguarding of materials and tools against theft or vandalism.

Troubleshoots and repairs fixtures and components of electrical systems.

Performs visual inspections, pinpoints faulty parts and repairs electrical equipment.

Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites; is responsible for their safety, maintenance and cleanliness.

Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent.

Four years of electrical work experience.

May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.

Some positions within this classification may require CPR certification upon employment.

Note : Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services.