ELECTRICIAN (P3521)

FACILITIES OPERATIONS

Note

This is a permanent full-time position: 38.75 hours of work per week; (4-days workweek, working from 7:00a.m. to 4:45p.m.).

Scope

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the incumbent performs technical functions related to the installation, operation, and maintenance of various electrical systems, such as H.V.A.C. (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning), and electrical equipment at the University.

Primary responsibilities

• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Prepare lists and estimates for materials.
• Install, check, maintain, operate and repair all electrical systems, namely, lighting (interior and exterior), motors, power distribution, detection systems, transformer rooms, electrical heating apparatus, controls and equipment, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, meters, and various H.V.A.C controls.
• Install new electrical lighting and distribution systems and associated control systems; take all necessary voltage and amperage readings.
• Verify and inspect assigned areas.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor (including cleaning of equipment and electrical rooms).

Requirements

• Diploma of Vocational Education (DVS) in Electricity and at least two years of relevant work experience.
• Completion of a Construction Security Course desirable.
• Class C license and experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of various types of electrically operated controls.
• Valid driver’s license in Quebec.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints.
• Knowledge of H.V.A.C. controls and fire alarm systems.
• Training in construction safety.
• Basic knowledge of spoken and written English and French (Level 3) in order to read and understand drawings, instructions technical manual, respond to services call and to complete forms and routine reports.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability as attested by successful completion of a medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction (i.e. to maintain, install, work in heights, and operate various systems).

Salary

$22.86 per hour (Collective Agreement under negotiation)

Union/Association

UNITED STEEL WORKERS – LOCAL SECTION 9538 (SGW)

Interested applicants must submit a curriculum vitae with a covering letter by October 31, 2012, to:

Josy Cirella
Concordia University
Department of Human Resources
S-FB 1130
1455, boul. de Maisonneuve O.
Montréal (Québec) H3G 1M8

Fax: (514) 848-2844

Email:
External Candidates - hr-employment@concordia.ca
Internal Candidates - eed-employment@concordia.ca
(please enter your Employee ID number in the subject line)

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Concordia University is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal Peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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