Building Engineer, Electrical

Drew University is seeking a Building Electrical Engineer in the Facilities Department . This is a full-time, 40-hour a week position. Qualified applicants need to be skilled in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing commercial, light industrial, and residential electrical equipment, lighting systems, and associated AC and DC electrical and electronic controls. Key Responsibilities: Install, examine, replace or repair electric panels, electrical and lighting system wiring, circuit breakers, fuses, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, light fixtures, ballasts, emergency ballasts and other electrical and lighting system components. Maintain campus electric and lighting component, material, parts and supply inventories, obtains competitive quotes for components, materials, parts and supplies and competitive bids for electrical and lighting system repairs and services, places order with vendors after the purchase has been approved, notifies leadership when inventory levels are low with the appropriate amount of lead time to ensure work is completed on time. Test electrical and lighting system components, equipment and wiring for continuity, current, voltage and resistance. Maintain, install and repair campus exterior lighting system including pole lights, timers and photocells. Assist other team members as needed with the installation and repair of access control, HVAC and plumbing related electrical components, such as, but not limited to contactors, motors, pumps, starters, wiring, etc. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment, supplies and tools; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of electric and lighting codes and practices; coordinates work between and with other trades. Coordinate and inspect work performed by outside contractors. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repairs. Process paperwork including, but not limited to work orders, inventory, and preventative maintenance forms. Completes and tracks preventative maintenance as scheduled. Work with a rotating on call schedule and after hours recall. Process hot work permits and perform necessary fire watch procedures and inspections. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED 5 - 10 years in commercial and light industrial electric work Arc Flash Trained Able to communicate through computer email, telephone, two-way radio systems and cell phone. Able to work a rotating on call schedule and after-hours emergency response. Able to work some overtime weekend and holiday coverage when scheduled. Normal mobility to move around campus and campus buildings. Able to bend, stoop, twist, climb up and down ladders. Able to lift and carry 50 pounds, including up and down stairs. Strong English written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required. The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions. Able to understand plans, design specifications, and manufacturer' instructions. Competency using tools and operating equipment. US Driver's License required; able to drive an automobile, van, light truck or utility vehicle. Skills: Knowledge of safe operating procedures including Lock Out/Tag Out. Familiar with variable frequency drives, three phase and single phase, generators and inverters. Ability to troubleshoot low and high voltage issues. Ability to understand and apply industry standards for installation, repairs and safety. Ability to operate power tools and equipment Ability to operate computer-based equipment Familiarity with computerized CMMS work order process Adaptability to work in a diverse environment, focusing on customer satisfaction under high-stress conditions, and organize an effective response to day-to-day requirements, and one-of-a-kind extreme situations. Responsiveness to supervisory direction, productivity, quality and commitment Administrative coordination, regarding job assignments, productivity, time management Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of the operating practices of preventive maintenance How to Apply: To apply, submit the following materials. Cover letter CV/Resume Graduate Transcript Applications will be reviewed upon submission; early applications are encouraged. About Drew University: Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School, and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City. It has a total enrollment of more than 2,200 students and has 143 full-time faculty members, 98 percent of whom hold a terminal degree in their field. The Theological and Caspersen schools offer master's and doctoral degrees, and the College confers BA and BS degrees in 40 disciplines, and offers 61 minors, 18 Dual-Degree programs, and seven New York Semesters. To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Following federal and state requirements; a candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected for hire. These positions are subject to a background check.

Created: 2024-11-04