Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance Services and the Supervisor, Maintenance Services for Department of Facilities Services (DFS) and in collaboration with your colleagues, respond to work order requests and supervisors' directions to perform installation, repair, replacement, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical systems, components, and fixtures throughout campus. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to initiate and deliver high-quality projects on budget and in a timely manner.

Duties

• Ensure electrical equipment and infrastructure are properly installed and maintained, comply with electrical codes, and adhere to safety regulations. Perform all work in compliance with industry standards, best practices, and Pepperdine standards. Use appropriate tools, relevant plans, and written and verbal instructions to service, replace, inspect, and test electrical systems, equipment, and components, and to detect and resolve malfunctions and deficiencies. 
• Connect electrical wiring between circuit breakers, transformers, controls, components, and equipment according to wiring diagrams. Test electrical circuits and components for continuity. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment. Place conduit, pipes, or tubing inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas. 
• Identify and address issues in need of attention and generate work orders accordingly. 
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Accurately record and report all work performed indicating the time and materials expended. 
• Manage materials, parts, and equipment, including inventory tracking, record keeping, product research, and supply procurement.
• Maintain required trade-specific training and certifications and obtain further training as needed.
• Escort and manage vendors when on-site. 
• Communicate effectively with internal and external participants, University administrators and stakeholders to make sure they are well-informed and that work proceeds on schedule and with minimal impact on University operations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed. 

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• Proof of legal U.S. working status.
• Graduation from high school or its equivalent.
• Two (2) years of technical experience as an apprentice or maintenance electrician.
• Hold valid driver's license, and be insurable under University's standard auto insurance requirements.
• Some technical knowledge of practices, principles, and techniques in the electrical field.
• The ability to learn and understand plans, design specifications, and manufacturers' instructions and recommendations to configure equipment and components, ensure their proper installation, and remedy issues.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to successfully resolve issues.
• Strong English written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must consistently present a professional demeanor and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Willingness and ability to periodically work overtime hours, respond to emergency calls after hours/weekends, and work rotating weekend shifts, providing general maintenance duties for the campus.
• Normal mobility and ability to move around construction sites.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, traverse rugged terrain, and climb up and down ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, including up and down stairs.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment of the trade, such as basic hand tools, and voltmeters.
• Basic computer skills and competency with Microsoft Office
• Experience working with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), preferably TMA.

Preferred:

• Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

This is a Regular, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $24.09 - $26.77 per hour

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University.

Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, and staff represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdine's Christian mission.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose any criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.