Description
Hourly Range:
$23.24 per hour
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University’s entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world – and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
Under direct supervision, this position performs apprenticeship level work in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of the electrical systems, all electrical fixtures and equipment following the recognized procedures and techniques of the electrical trade.
Essential Functions:
Assist in the repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using the necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
Assist inspects and tests electrical lighting, power circuits and equipment.
- Assist in isolating defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using suitable testing instruments.
- Assists in examining and testing all elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, and loose connections.
- Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators and other elements of electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Assist by renewing circuits in the form of isolating and/or cutting out the defective wiring and replacing with new wiring or splicing.
- Provide functional/operational support to campus as essential personnel during times of emergency, catastrophe, inclement weather, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Preferably an Associate's degree.
A minimum of a year of electrical trade experience or equivalent experience on-the-job training pertaining to maintenance and/or construction is required.
Must posses TX Electrician apprentice license and TX driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate basic knowledge of codes pertaining to maintenance and installation of electrical systems. Must also have a basic knowledge of electricity such as conduit bending, ladder and scaffolding safety, wire pulling, and the proper operation of metering equipment and various hand tools. Candidate must be able to work indoors and outside in different weather conditions. Candidate must demonstrate basic knowledge of Word, Excel and ability to manage CMMS.
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills. Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Shift flex is required for evenings and weekends. Schedules may be adjusted to accommodate coverage for 1st & 2nd shifts during weekdays and/or weekends for temporary or permanent shift changes. Required to respond to emergency calls.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
- Sit for long periods of time
- Bend, crawl, squat and climb
- Reach above the shoulders
- Push/Pull
- Stand
- Carry/lift over 50 lbs.
Deadline to Apply:
Open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.
