APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$38,899.44 to
$57,190.32
PAY GRADE: 31
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur
in this geographical location.
Electricians perform skilled electrical work to maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment.
--The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Electrician 1 for Facilities Maintenance Services. The position is responsible for the installation of electrical equipment and electrical infrastructure for the main campus and satellite locations; performance of preventive maintenance; repair and replacement of equipment; and temporary power set up. To perform such tasks, the incumbent will operate special equipment and tools; respond to customer requests; and maintain safety at all times. Additional tasks may be assigned by the supervisor as needed to respond to campus needs. Incumbent can expect frequent walking, lifting, twisting, bending and other like medium duty physical requirements.
--The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours. Information regarding campus security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at http://www.unr.edu/Documents/administration-finance/Police/2013-Annual-Report.pdf . Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. The Nevada System of Higher Education is a Federal contractor and is subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). Applicants are encouraged to complete a voluntary survey to measure the effectiveness of the outreach efforts to veterans. Please use this link to complete the voluntary survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/V3JLHCC
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Notes
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Special Requirements
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Additional Position Criteria
Applicants who have completed a qualified electrician apprenticeship program must attach proof to their application. Failure to attach proof will result in the rejection of the application.
Preferred Qualification: Experience installing and maintaining commercial and industrial electrical equipment including a) motor controls, b) uninterruptible power supplies, c) emergency generators, d) lighting controls, e) switchgear and panel boards 480 volts or less, f) paralleling gear, and g) distribution systems 5kv to 25kv.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
