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Western New Mexico University

Electrician

Western New Mexico University, Silver City, New Mexico, United States, 88061

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Salary Range $30.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Position Overview Electrician – Staff, Full‑time. Position Classification: Facilities & Operations. Pay range provided by Western New Mexico University; actual pay is based on skills and experience. This is a journey‑level position focused on installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, equipment, and appliances.

Duties

Review and assess requirements of submitted work orders.

Read rough drawings, schematics, and blueprints for installation/renovation of electrical systems. Repair, maintain, and install wiring, motors, transformers (three‑phase system), generators, and lights.

Study plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine material and work requirements.

Determine sequence of repairs and installations.

Operate a variety of electrical testing equipment.

Design and install electrical systems; lighting and alarm systems.

Follow all required safety measures and use protective gear as needed to prevent injury to self and others.

Order project supplies and materials as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Background High School Diploma or GED equivalent with five years full‑time work experience as a journey‑level electrician, including responsibility for electrical system design. Requires an NM Classification JE‑98 certification; preferred candidate will hold EE‑98 certification. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Job Knowledge Knowledge of electrical system design, installation, maintenance, and repair principles and practices; knowledge of all industry standards, codes, and specifications for safe electrical systems installation, maintenance, and repair. Knowledge of the safe and proper use of all tools and equipment necessary for electrical repairs and maintenance. Keep all assigned work spaces in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Skill in designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of electrical systems and equipment; skill in working in an environment subject to changing priorities, exposure to electrical hazards, and varying environmental conditions; skill in troubleshooting problems in various electrical equipment and circuits; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands This position is part of a collective bargaining unit upon completion of the 90‑day trial period. The incumbent is required to respond after hours during emergencies when called out and report to work for the regular assigned shift during emergency campus closures. This position will typically work five (5) eight‑hour days per week, either Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 5:00 pm, based on staffing requirements of the department. A call‑out list is assigned on a rotation basis having skilled craft employees and general maintenance staff employees on call each week. Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous situations that require following extensive safety precautions. Required to operate a University vehicle in day‑to‑day operations. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.

Other Requirements

Requires a valid driver’s license.

Must pass a Defensive Driving Course within 2 months of the hire date.

Location Silver City, NM. The appointment is full‑time and includes benefits available to full‑time employees.

Western New Mexico University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

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