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Journeyworker - Electrician
at Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Posted: 4-29-2025
Construction, Extraction, and Architecture
$56,950/year
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About this Career
Electricians
Skills
Safety Standards, Blueprinting, Planning, National Electrical Codes, Electrical Systems, Communicable Diseases, Leadership, Operations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Lifting Ability, Visual Acuity, Architectural Drawing, Industry Standards, Fine Motor Skills, Electrical Equipment
Job Description
The Bloomberg School of Public Health Facilities Management Department is seeking a Journeyworker-Electrician. The selected applicant performs maintenance, installation and repair work (and planning thereof) on electrical/pneumatic equipment, systems and components. This work is performed under limited supervision and using the tools and techniques of electrical technology. This position functions as a team leader and subject matter expert to train apprentices and more junior members of the Facilities team.
Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform inspections and maintenance on electrical systems to ensure safety and functionality.
Read and interpret complex schematic and construction drawings, service manuals and other technical documents.
Follow instructions provided by blueprints, drawings, written materials, work orders and oral instructions.
Identify, analyze, diagnose and resolve routine and complex electrical equipment problems and component conditions.
Adhere to all applicable requirements, including safety standards and local codes.
Interpret diagrams, blueprints and other related drawings.
Inventory and properly track supplies, equipment, tools and machinery.
Communicate with Facilities leadership, other related trades, apprentices and coworkers effectively to promote efficiency.
Train peer and lower-level positions as directed by the supervisor, based on the guidelines of the JHU Apprenticeship program.
Work with the Electrical Maintenance Workers to requisition in-house stock items.
Request non-stock items for purchase subject to supervisor approval.
Make decisions based on trade practices, National Electrical Code, and supervisor direction as appropriate for the scope of this position.
Plan and estimate the materials and labor required to perform demand work and construction projects.
Actively engage Electrical Maintenance Workers int skills-based training activities to build their knowledge and effectively train them for growing skills independence.
Recommend and participate in departmental electrical operations development, improvement, and implementation as it relates to current/anticipated workload.
Perform work within reasonable lengths of time as measured against trade, industry or engineered standards.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of electrical techniques, planning, estimating, codes, procedures and materials as demonstrated by passing a master electrical certification exam administered by a local or state government. Applies high level of electrical and safety knowledge indicated herein. Safely uses tools and equipment. Knowledge of safety rules, procedures and practices, including the proper use of safety equipment as defined by OSHA and industry standards. Identifies and avoids hazards as indicated by warning labels, signage, lights and other warning devices.
Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers and departmental clients.
Must possess the ability to solve problems and manage information effectively.
Must be able to complete tasks based on pre-determined timelines and deadlines.
Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers and departmental clients.
Possesses the ability to solve problems and manage information effectively.
Must be able to complete tasks based on pre-determined timelines and deadlines.
Specific Physical Requirements Works in shop and mechanical area environments with exposure to dust, heat, cold, noise and fumes. Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to extreme temperatures and other weather conditions. Works within confined spaces as needed. Works at heights of up to 30 feet above surface using ladders, lifts and equipment. Work requires ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time. Work requires ability to lift, push, pull, move, transport and position tools, equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents has little likelihood of harm when established health precautions are followed. Work requires the use of protective safety devices including, but not limited to, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, infection prevention apparel/apparatus.
Work requires high visual acuity. Work requires high level of manual dexterity.
Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or graduation equivalent. Journeymen license required.
Five years of related experience is required.
Preferred QualificationsMaster Electrician preferred.•This is a Bargaining Unit position. All newly hired employees in Bargaining Unit positions shall be considered "probationary" employees until completion of 90 calendar days of employment. The university will notify the employees' union. Bargaining Unit employees shall become eligible for benefits upon completion of their probationary period.
Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform inspections and maintenance on electrical systems to ensure safety and functionality.
Read and interpret complex schematic and construction drawings, service manuals and other technical documents.
Follow instructions provided by blueprints, drawings, written materials, work orders and oral instructions.
Identify, analyze, diagnose and resolve routine and complex electrical equipment problems and component conditions.
Adhere to all applicable requirements, including safety standards and local codes.
Interpret diagrams, blueprints and other related drawings.
Inventory and properly track supplies, equipment, tools and machinery.
Communicate with Facilities leadership, other related trades, apprentices and coworkers effectively to promote efficiency.
Train peer and lower-level positions as directed by the supervisor, based on the guidelines of the JHU Apprenticeship program.
Work with the Electrical Maintenance Workers to requisition in-house stock items.
Request non-stock items for purchase subject to supervisor approval.
Make decisions based on trade practices, National Electrical Code, and supervisor direction as appropriate for the scope of this position.
Plan and estimate the materials and labor required to perform demand work and construction projects.
Actively engage Electrical Maintenance Workers int skills-based training activities to build their knowledge and effectively train them for growing skills independence.
Recommend and participate in departmental electrical operations development, improvement, and implementation as it relates to current/anticipated workload.
Perform work within reasonable lengths of time as measured against trade, industry or engineered standards.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of electrical techniques, planning, estimating, codes, procedures and materials as demonstrated by passing a master electrical certification exam administered by a local or state government. Applies high level of electrical and safety knowledge indicated herein. Safely uses tools and equipment. Knowledge of safety rules, procedures and practices, including the proper use of safety equipment as defined by OSHA and industry standards. Identifies and avoids hazards as indicated by warning labels, signage, lights and other warning devices.
Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers and departmental clients.
Must possess the ability to solve problems and manage information effectively.
Must be able to complete tasks based on pre-determined timelines and deadlines.
Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers and departmental clients.
Possesses the ability to solve problems and manage information effectively.
Must be able to complete tasks based on pre-determined timelines and deadlines.
Specific Physical Requirements Works in shop and mechanical area environments with exposure to dust, heat, cold, noise and fumes. Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to extreme temperatures and other weather conditions. Works within confined spaces as needed. Works at heights of up to 30 feet above surface using ladders, lifts and equipment. Work requires ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time. Work requires ability to lift, push, pull, move, transport and position tools, equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents has little likelihood of harm when established health precautions are followed. Work requires the use of protective safety devices including, but not limited to, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, infection prevention apparel/apparatus.
Work requires high visual acuity. Work requires high level of manual dexterity.
Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or graduation equivalent. Journeymen license required.
Five years of related experience is required.
Preferred QualificationsMaster Electrician preferred.•This is a Bargaining Unit position. All newly hired employees in Bargaining Unit positions shall be considered "probationary" employees until completion of 90 calendar days of employment. The university will notify the employees' union. Bargaining Unit employees shall become eligible for benefits upon completion of their probationary period.
Classified Title:
BU Journeyworker-SSR Job Posting Title (Working Title): Journeyworker•Electrician Role/Level/Range:
SKILL10/01/BU
Starting Salary Range:
$27.38 per hour, increases to $32.86 after 12 months Employee group: Casual /On Call Schedule:
Mon•Fri 8:30 AM•5:00PM FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Location:
School of Public Health Department name: Maintenance Personnel area: School of Public HealthOther Job Posting Details
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