Electrician III 100% - Downtown Campus
The University of Iowa Medical Center Downtown's Engineering department is seeking a full-time Electrician III. This position will be located within the Downtown Campus.
This position will perform the following: Demonstrates Master Electrician qualifications, training, experience, and technical knowledge to properly plan, lay-out, and supervise the installation of electrical wiring, apparatus and equipment for light, heat, power and other purposes. Utilizes special equipment, tools and processes (such as power quality analyzers, insulation testers, thermal imaging cameras and Thermal/Infrared (TIR) Predictive Testing procedures) to collect, perform advanced diagnostics, analyze, and respond to data collected through established guidelines and procedures for preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure system reliability and system optimization.
A career with University of Iowa Health Care is more than a job. Here, you’re part of something greater, something bigger. Our downtown campus is a 194-bed hospital (located at 500 E Market Street, Iowa City) providing a community-based model of care while directly connected to the expertise, technology, collaboration, and support of our entire health system. Join the team at our downtown campus. You’ll find meaning and purpose knowing that your work helps make all of Iowa better.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. All Electrician I installation, repair, and maintenance requirements.
2. All Electrician II responsibilities for coordination and accomplishment of maintenance and operations work.
3. Performs advance diagnostics and analyzes system performance to ensure system reliability and optimization.
4. Investigates methods and equipment to be used in electrical systems and makes recommendations to engineers.
5. Designs, installs and troubleshoots electrical control systems including lighting, programmable controllers, and heating and cooling system programmable controllers.
6. Designs, programs, installs and commissions various control systems.
7. Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems and components.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of safety precautions mandated by OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and the EPA.
2. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
3. Ability to analyze system problems and recommend system changes.
4. Ability to implement system changes.
5. Ability to maintain system documentation.
6. Ability to train and instruct in the duties peculiar to, and normally required in, the trade of electrician, demonstrating recognized procedures and techniques for such work.
7. Ability to communicate effectively oral and written instructions, details, and expectations.
8. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in electronic systems.
9. Ability to designs, install and troubleshoot control systems including lighting, programmable controllers, and building heating and cooling system programmable controllers.
10. Ability to design, program, install and commission various control systems.
11. Knowledge of processes and procedures related to the design and construction coordination for new and remodel/repair projects.
12. Ability to work in all types of environmental conditions or areas where there is exposure to excessive noise, dirt, fumes and at elevated heights from ladders, scaffolds, or hydraulic lifts.
13. Ability to work independently during normal work hours and after hours
Schedule: M-F 1st Shift
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. Requires a State of Iowa Class A Master Electrician license with four years as an apprentice plus four years of experience as a journeyman electrician; or
2. State of Iowa Class B Master Electrician license with ten years in the electrical trade in maintenance or construction.
3. Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet University’s Fleet Safety Program.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
For questions, contact Emilio Villagrana at emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.

