Job Description

The Department of Facilities Management is seeking applicants for an Electrician position. This position works to ensure the University\'s electrical systems are maintained in safe and operational acceptable condition. This position ensures that installation, maintenance, repairs and renovations of electrical systems are performed to all applicable standards.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintenance of power distribution systems
• Replacement or repair of defective underground lines, power poles, fixtures, lamps etc.
• Assist in maintenance of fire alarm and security systems
• Maintenance of motor starters and pump controls for heating systems
• Installation or replacement of cables, wiring, outlets, switches, lights etc.
• Informing Foreman of required electrical materials and inventory
• Installation of cables for telephone and or computer systems
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order of Electrical Shop
• Responsible for clean-up of job site, during and at completion of work
• Ability to trouble shoot building automation and controls
• Other duties as assigned by the Foreman

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 education diploma is required
• Four (4) years electrical apprenticeship training
• Five (5) years as a journeyman electrician
• Interprovincial Electrician License
• Six (6) years work experience in the electrical field, including experience working with high voltage
• Valid drivers license

Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

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