Job Details

Lead Electrical Technician

Position Number: 7014732
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Lead Electrical Technician

Job ID: 296240
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for all aspects of the installation, maintenance, inspection, operation and repair of the electrical systems for both campuses. Provides guidance, mentorship and technical expertise to a team of technicians. Coordinates and schedules team activities, ensuring projects are completed within specified timelines and budget constraints.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Leads a team of electrical technicians including task and location assignments
2. Inspects buildings, fixtures, machines and other structural and/or mechanical units; performs minor and preventative maintenance
3. Assists other technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance
4. Performs independent and high-level complex maintenance work including detection and correction of mechanical systems
5. Performs minor installation or modification work on electrical and fire suppression systems
6. Works on active electrical systems, energized and de-energized equipment in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) safety standards
7. Schedules in house contracting work for facilities operations projects and repairs
8. Assumes duties and responsibilities during leadership absence

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
Current and valid Journeyman Electrical license or ten years experience in electrical construction service

Required Experience
Four (4) years related work experience with some supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
ICC Electrical Inspector Certificate or ICC Plans Examiner Certification (Active)

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Experience with transformers and generators

Proposed Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $34.90 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Load Calculations: Ability to calculate general lighting loads, conductor ampacities, and branch circuits while applying NEC standards and derating factors.
Installation Expertise: Proficient in installing wiring, conduits, and raceways, ensuring proper grounding, bonding, and physical protection.
Control System Configuration: Ability to configure control systems for lights, appliances, HVAC units, and other equipment in accordance with code.

KNOWLEDGE
Electrical Systems Proficiency: Understanding of residential and commercial electrical systems, including those operating up to 480 volts.
NEC Standards: Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC), particularly Chapter 5, which covers special occupancies and installations
Electrical Component Setup: Knowledge of how to install service entrances, metering devices, switchboards, and protective devices in compliance with NEC regulations.
Motor and Generator Installation: Understanding of the requirements for installing motors and generators, including necessary feeders and overcurrent protection.
Lighting and Building Management Systems: Knowledge of various systems used for lighting and building management.
General Maintenance Knowledge: Familiarity with tools and methods used in general building maintenance and mechanical trades.

SKILLS
Tool Operation: Competence in safely operating hand tools, aerial lifts, and other electrical equipment.
Project Management: Capable of coordinating work assignments, monitoring project progress, and managing multiple projects to meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Blueprint Interpretation: Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics.
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
MVR
9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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