Utility Plant Operator (Electrician II)

About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.  

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Job Description:

Position is governed by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement. All positions are on a Grade and Step basis.

This position will start at Grade 18, Step 7, $2,957.21 biweekly, $76,887.46 annually, with step increases awarded annually on the anniversary date of hire.

Shift Schedule: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Monday - Friday

SUMMARY OF SERIES:

Incumbents of positions in this series test, repair, install and/or maintain various types of electrical systems and equipment; troubleshoot electrical and related equipment; maintain adequate inventory of equipment and materials; inspect the work of outside contractors; determine materials and/or equipment necessary for a job and on-the-job procedure changes; and perform related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to ensure the safe and adequate functioning of electrical systems and equipment.  

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Trades and the Director of Facilities

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES   

1.     Tests, repairs, installs and/or maintains various types of electrical systems and equipment by operating the appropriate equipment and tools to ensure proper maintenance and functioning of necessary equipment.  

2.     Troubleshoot electrical and related equipment by using necessary equipment and reading schematics, diagrams and outlines to identify and correct operational problems.

3.     Maintains an adequate inventory of equipment and materials by contacting vendors for equipment prices and ordering equipment and materials.

4.     Inspects the work of outside contractors visually to ensure compliance with agency safety codes and regulations.

5.     Determines on-the-job procedure changes by consulting with tradespeople, private utilities, outside contractors and engineers to obtain technical advice and coordinate and expedite work projects.

6.     Determines acceptable quality of materials and/or equipment necessary for a job to ensure that completed work projects comply with specifications.

7.       Performs related duties such as reviewing technical literature to keep abreast of developments in the field; resetting fire alarm systems; deciding when to kill the main electrical power supply in an emergency; setting up, breaking down and/or moving staging; drafting schematics, diagrams and outlines; and providing on-the-job training.  

Incumbents of positions at this level also: 

1.     Write technical specifications for equipment purchases.  

2.     Attend meetings, seminars, workshops, etc. to exchange information.  

3.    Maintain reports such as time and production, repair, vacation, attendance, cost analysis, etc.

4.     Interview prospective employees.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS: 

Major work contacts are with supply house vendors, contractors, other trade personnel, engineers, estimators, utility and fire compa