Maintenance Electrician

Harvard University Facilities Maintenance Operations

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Job Description

Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard's energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge / Allston campuses, as well as a 24 / 7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center. E&F provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping, and custodial services to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services. Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO), a department within E&F, offers primary building maintenance, landscape, fire safety, custodial, and event support services to Harvard schools and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards.

Job-Specific Responsibilities :

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs high and low voltage electrical equipment and systems, including but not limited to fans, pumps, motors, lighting fixtures, panels, outlets, and building safety equipment.
• Performs all installation, maintenance, inspection and testing in accordance with applicable standards and requirements of the Massachusetts State Building Code and / or established compliance requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
• Interprets and updates mechanical plans, drawings and prints as necessary.
• Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices and perform work in accordance with recognized trade and University standards.
• Performs other core skills of the trades and related duties as required.
• May be assigned to work independently or as part of a multi-trade team under the guidance and direction of the Area Supervisor and / or Working Foreperson.
• Assists and advises customers on progress / status of work and provides responsive and effective customer support in all phases of building maintenance operations.
• Required to wear a clean, neat uniform and maintain a professional image at all times.
• Required to wear safety equipment and clothing when appropriate and / or required.
• Must be willing to work in research laboratory environments and around hazardous materials.
• Must be willing to accept a reasonable amount of overtime in support of group business needs.

Working Conditions :

Emergency Status Designation : Critical Operations Personnel (required to provide on-site support during emergency situations as determined by management).

Physical Requirements :

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

Additional Qualifications and Skills :

Certificates and Licenses :

Additional Information

Location :

Standard Hours / Schedule : 40 hours per week

Compensation Range / Rate : $50.82 per hour

Visa Sponsorship Information : Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening :

Work Format Details :

This position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges :

This position is salary grade level 000. Corresponding salary information can be found in the job description above.

Benefits :

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to :

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing page.

EEO / Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement :

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.