Electrician I

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Maintenance Team at UCF as an Electrician I! In this essential role within Facilities and Business Operations, you'll help ensure a safe, functional, clean, and efficient living and learning environment for our community.

As an Electrician I, you will provide crucial support for the operational maintenance and sanitation of our campus. Your responsibilities will include troubleshooting electrical issues, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and responding to service requests from customers and staff. You will ensure all work adheres to national and state electrical codes while taking on on-call responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct planned maintenance to proactively identify and prevent failures. Perform PM repairs (PMR) and corrective repairs to restore functionality.

• Install, maintain, and alter wiring, power appliances, light machinery, electrical circuits, motors, generators, and other electrical components. Locate and rectify power failures and electrical malfunctions.

• Maintain and repair fire alarm systems as needed.

• Assist with work performed by central shops, contractors, and other departments. Participate in Facilities Improvement and Capital Improvement projects.

• Complete work orders promptly, recording labor hours, action codes, shop stock, and trade notes. Report conditions needing further attention and update work order statuses.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an approved electrician apprenticeship program; or a high school diploma and 2+ years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational or technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in maintaining and repairing electrical systems within a commercial or institutional setting.

• Experience with university or large facility maintenance operations is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in preventative maintenance and repair tasks, with the ability to interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with attention to detail, and understanding of low and medium voltage systems, transformers, controls, and some fire alarm systems.

• Working knowledge of trade classifications, tools, materials, and tasks specific to maintenance and repairs.

• Effective communication skills in conversational English for interaction with customers and team members.

• Experience with Integrated Work Management Systems (IWMS) or similar platforms for work order management.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with national and state electrical codes and regulations.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Health Assessment Required:

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This position is eligible for 10% Shift Differential Pay of the pay range minimum.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles for the Electrician I. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $20.29 - $27.14. The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

May be required to participate in respiratory, medical examination, and training in use of respirators.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Veteran's Preference:

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.