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. Learn more information here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQR4HbGJu0) ! 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 (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) 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 (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf) + 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 (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php) Work Life Solutions: + Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php) + Public Loan Forgiveness + Book scholarships + 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply). Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) + Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) + Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) + 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.