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Location: 1 E Jackson Blvd Chicago IL 60604
Job Type: Fulltime
Job Description:
What Youll Do:
1. Installation of electrical panels disconnect switches and starters. Work on baseboard and hanging unit heaters. General wiring of electrical appliances. Check change and install switches and receptacles. Install telephone data receptacles. Install temporary panels and related equipment for special events. Testing of emergency transfer switches. This requires the actual tripping of emergency service transfer switches. Troubleshoot wire problems using special electronic equipment (Pasar unit). It includes the connection of special electronic equipment used to trace circuits and other electrical problems. Install light fixtures change light bulbs ballasts and sockets both inside and outside of the buildings during all seasons.
2. Install maintain and repair fire alarm systems and security panels BRG displays & speakers heat detectors smoke detectors pull stations security cameras door readers voice & data ports.
3. Check and install circuit breakers and fuses 120 volt to 480 volt. This would require the unbolting and removal of panel covers which in some cases are heavy. Caution must be used when removing a cover from a live panel so as not to fall or drop the cover into the panel.
4. Motor work. Building engineers always remove and replace motors electricians are required to wire the motors once they are installed. This work requires wiring of motors only. The actual lifting of motors is completed by others.
5. Preventative maintenance on panel switchgear equipment. This work requires unbolting of major switchgear panel covers which are very heavy some are two men operations. Caution must be maintained when removing a cover from a live panel. The tightening of all electrical connections within the switchgear is then performed. This requires the use of a socket type torque wrench.
Workplace Safety:
Employees of Facility Operations are expected to follow all safety rules and regulations set forth by applicable governmental agencies and promulgated by the University Administration. This includes but is not limited to matters related to: Hazard Communications (SDS sheets) ladder safety walking and working surfaces slips trips and falls mechanical lift use asbestos containing materials confined spaces; electrical safety to include lock out/tag out; respirator fit and use; personal protective equipment; and the information contained in the Universitys emergency and chemical hygiene plans. Employees are expected to refer to the FO Employee Manual and the Environmental Health and Safety website for additional information related to safety programs practices and expectations.
- Electricians will be required to do their own laboring and lifting. This may involve heavy weight considered manageable and safe. This includes unloading supply trucks and transporting all traderelated equipment and materials including tool carts which may weigh 400 pounds. Electricians are required to clean up their jobsites and workshops as needed.
- This position also requires that electricians have the physical ability to work for extended periods of time while standing stooping bending or kneeling and the ability to work safely from ladders scaffolds roofs and multiplatforms.
- They must also be able to operate a scissor lift or any other lifts or equipment rented or owned by the University.
- Knowledge of electrical principles and their application of fabrication maintenance installation and repair.
- Knowledge of residential commercial and heavy construction trade techniques such as but not limited to: high voltage wiring low voltage wiring service installations exterior/interior lighting and HVAC equipment wiring.
- Skill in the use of all electrician related power tools and equipment not limited to drills conduit benders hammer drill motors rotor hammers and electric band saws.
- Skill in reading blueprints and shop drawings.
Perks:
- Working for a stable and wellknown University that values diversity and inclusion.
Employment Type
Full Time
