Are you experienced in the electrical trade and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Does working in a diverse and meaningful environment interest you? The University of Southern Maine seeks applicants for a full-time position as an Electrical Specialist CL3. The Facilities Management department is core to USM’s ability to deliver an exceptional and affordable educational experience to students in Maine and across the country. This is an opportunity to be a part of this exciting mission – and also includes an opportunity for you to advance your education with our tuition waiver program!

Pay is $23.22 per hour and offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes: vacation, sick and holiday pay, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, a tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren), a 403(b) retirement plan and more.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Job Information

Work is primarily non-routine in nature due to calls for service, and variety of assigned projects. Incumbents communicate with individuals both within and outside of the University to schedule and plan projects. Incumbents understand the full scope of the electrical trade to accomplish assigned projects and calls for service. Incumbents at this level will be responsible for coordinating project steps with other trades, and performing all levels of troubleshooting and emergency repair. This is an essential position with the expectation of reporting to work during declared administrative leaves and administrative holidays, including campus closures due to the inclement weather.

Required:

• Must have a valid Maine Driver’s License
• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with sufficient experience to obtain appropriate certification or license (Master's certification in electrical trade, is typical at this level) AND sufficient experience, including four years of related electrical experience.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Interpersonal and analytical skills are necessary in order to communicate effectively with coworkers and other University personnel.

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Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing.

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To apply:

Materials must be submitted via "Apply to Job". Materials must be submitted via "Apply to Job". You will need to create an applicant profile, complete an application which includes contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the job is filled.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Equal Opportunity Office, 101 North Stevens Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).