Islander Housing Electrician

Job Title

Islander Housing Electrician

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Housing Maintenance

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

 

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

 

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PURPOSE

The Islander Housing Electrician, troubleshoots and repairs electrical controls. Lays out and installs new electrical secondary service including panels, breakers, disconnects, and switches.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Electrical

Percent Effort: 90%

• Dismantles electrical components and replaces defective electrical or mechanical parts

• Installs and maintains various types of switches, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, appliances and other involved in residential units.

• Installs and monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement.

• Installs grounding leads.

• Lays out, assembles, installs, tests, repairs, and adjusts electrical fixtures, apparatus, equipment, wiring, and new services to include panels, breakers, and conduit.

• Mounts lighting fixtures into position and completes circuits according to diagram specifications.

• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric controls.

• Operate a TAMUCC vehicle and/or golf cart to navigate to and from worksites.

Functional Area 2: Maintenance

Percent Effort: 5%

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

• Interprets and applies blueprints to plan electrical repairs and modifications.

Functional Area 3: Other

Percent Effort: 5%

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED

• Four (4) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.  

• Additional experience/education may be considered as a substitute for the minimum qualifications required:

  • Eight (8) years of full-time experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

  • Associate’s degree with two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. 

  • Bachelor’s degree.

• Possession of a current State of Texas TDLR Journeyman Electrician's License

• Maintain a valid Driver License.

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with residents, staff, and contractors.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, and work in cramped or awkward positions for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.

• Ability to install and maintain, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.

• Knowledge of electrical systems including planning additions or modifications on secondary circuits.

• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.

• Ability to install grounding leads.

• Ability to read commercial electrical blueprints and apply NEC through the full range of commercial and industrial maintenance and construction work.

• Ability to install and maintain lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, and other electrical components as appropriate to the position.

• Ability to use appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, equipment and appliances.

• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical controls, and equipment.

SALARY: up to $23.42/hourly.

• $48,713.60/annually, approximately.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.