Electrician
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Electrician.
Position Details | |
Location |
Gulf Park 730 East Beach Boulevard Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560 United States |
Division | GP Physical Plant Building |
Position Type | Staff |
Employment Status | Full Time |
Grant Funded | No |
Salary Range | 22.52 - 22.52 |
Pay Grade | N08 |
Posting Close Date | Open until filled |
Job Summary
Responsible
for journeyman-level work in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical
systems, facilities, and related electronic controls and devices, including
primary and secondary power systems. Conduct utility meter readings as required
and perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems. This position is
considered essential personnel and may require unusual attendance
responsibilities, such as storm duty.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of post-High School/GED JATC or equivalent electrical training certification course. Must be a certified electrical journeyman. Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to utilize an infrared camera to scan motors, busways, conduits, and circuits.
- Ability to operate tractors, forklifts, and loaders.
Preferred Qualifications
10 years of related experience and/or training.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
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