Electrical Foreperson

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004349P
Position Title Electrical Foreperson
Division/College Facilities Management
Department Facility Management
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview
This position designs, plans, supervises and performs industrial electrical, electronic, and safety system installations and repair work. The position enforces codes and ordinances governing all electrical work and inspects all electrical construction installations and repair work performed at the University of Idaho for compliance.
This is an essential position that may be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.
Duties may include:
  • Manage activities related to the procurement, construction, operation and maintenance of electrical and safety systems
  • Hire, train and manage employees
  • Prepare reports and maintain work records
  • Order and maintain parts inventory for electrical shop
  • Create and manage work orders for the electrical shop
  • Perform work as a journeyman electrician as needed
  • Serve on a weekend call-out rotation
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
Facilities | DFA | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)
https://www.uidaho.edu/dfa/facilities

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Five years as a journeyman electrician
  • Four years supervising, providing instruction, participating in or leading a team, or delegating work to others
  • Experience with legal procedures related to enforcement of electrical codes and ordinances
  • Using supervisory practices and training methods
  • Operating computer programs to enter data and create spreadsheets
Required Education
  • None
Required Other
  • Possess an Idaho Journeyman Electrician’s license or be able to acquire one within twelve months of hire
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Ability to respond to emergency calls within 30 minutes and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation
Additional Preferred
  • Ability to operate a boom truck, line truck and forklift
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction, installation and repair practices in electrical work and in electric and electronic fire prevention and detection systems
  • Experience planning, installing, and maintaining all phases of electrical work relating to building construction and equipment repair
  • Experience performing commercial and industrial electrical installations
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Must be able to:
    • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
    • Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and scissor lifts
    • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
    • Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
    • Work in inclement weather conditions
    • Participate in a medical surveillance program and respirator fit test
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $80,000 - $87,000 annually, depending on experience.
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 03/21/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
First review date 4/9/24. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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