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UW Facilities' Maintenance & Construction has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Electrician.

Position Purpose
Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform journey-level electrical work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of a wide variety of complex and sophisticated electrical systems up to 600 volts in over 220 University facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

•Perform work which includes, but is not limited to, inspection, alteration, repair and installation of:

        oRetrofit and installation of all types of indoor and outdoor lighting systems for energy management, efficiency and seismic reinforcement;
        oCircuitry (e.g., dedicated, branch, appliance, control and associated devices);
        oAll types of raceway systems (e.g., rigid, EMT, IMC, PVC, surface, flexible, sealtite and explosion proof);
        oPanel boards, load centers, roll out and molded case circuit breakers;
        oTransformers, switchgear, distribution and service equipment, safety and transfer switches;
        oGround fault systems.

•Construct or modify electrical systems from blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
•Develop cost estimates for installation and repairs.
•Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status/work progress, needed materials and equipment.
•Operate machinery such as forklifts, scissor-lifts, and high rangers.
•Load and unload materials and supplies.
•Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
•May instruct semiskilled workers.
•Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as EH&S, Engineering Services, Design Services, Capital Planning & Development and UW Information Technology to facilitate work.
•Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
•Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, M&C protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).
•Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.
•Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives, including Balanced Scorecard (BSC), incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.
•Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.
•Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.
•Other duties as required

Core Competencies

•Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.
•Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.
•Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.
•Be responsible and accountable.
•Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.
•Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.
•Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.
•Exhibit a professional work ethic.
•Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Education & Experience
Required
•Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician; OR full journey status as an electrician in a union; OR four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
•Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
•Knowledge of National Electrician Code (NEC) and all other local codes and ordinances.
•Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team.
•Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.
•Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Desired

•Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.
•Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products
•PLUS:

        oExperience with electrical installations in institutional, industrial and/or commercial environments.
        oExperience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
        oKnowledge and experience with Predictive Maintenance Technologies which may include vibration analysis, infrared imaging thermography, data-log analysis, electric motor current analysis, variable frequency drive motor control troubleshooting and analysis and/or power quality analysis.
        oExperience identifying broken wires and making repairs for direct burial splices.
        oExperience operating lift trucks on congested streets and sidewalks.

Conditions of Employment

•Possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s License or a license recognized as valid by the State of Washington.
•May be required to accept variable work shift.
•Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.
•Must be able to work in a smoke-free environment.
•Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.
•Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.
•Regular and predictable attendance is required.
•Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles     inoculation required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center.


Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.