The University of Southern Maine seeks applicants for a full-time position to join our Facilities team as an Electrical Specialist CL2. The Facilities Management department is at the core of USM’s ability to deliver an exceptional and affordable educational experience to students in Maine and across the country. This is an opportunity to be a part of this exciting mission – and also includes an opportunity for you to advance your education with our tuition waiver program! The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00AM – 3:00PM with an hourly rate of $23.19. Work is primarily non-routine in nature due to calls for service, and variety of assigned projects. Incumbents communicate with individuals both within and outside of the University to schedule and plan projects. Incumbents understand the full scope of the electrical trade to accomplish assigned projects and calls for service. Incumbents at this level will be responsible for coordinating project steps with other trades, and performing all levels of troubleshooting and emergency repair. This is an essential position with the expectation of reporting to work during declared administrative leaves and administrative holidays, including possible campus closures due to inclement weather. The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to): + 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time. + Health, dental and vision insurance. + Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance. + Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance. + A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren). + A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution. + Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses. For more information about benefits, please review the Benefits Information Summary (http://chrome-extension:/efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https:/usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-Service-and-Maintainance.pdf) . Required Qualifications: + High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with sufficient experience to obtain appropriate certification or license (Journeyman's certification or equivalent is typical at this level) AND three years of related electrical experience. + Must have a valid Maine Driver’s License that is compliant with University of Maine System APL Driving requirements. + The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. + Interpersonal and analytical skills are necessary in order to communicate effectively with coworkers and other University personnel. With a supportive management structure and shared commitment to each other’s success, we value the personal and professional growth of our employees. Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness are the core values of USM, and we are committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff. We welcome applicants who are multilingual. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. To apply, click on ‘Apply Now’ below or visit the USM Careers Page (http://usm.careers.maine.edu) to complete an application and upload the following: + Brief cover letter + Resume + Finalist candidates will be asked to provide references. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position will remain posted until filled. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Appropriate background screening, including a driving history check, will be conducted for the successful candidate. Clery Act: The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF) (https://usm.maine.edu/deanofstudents/annual-safety-reports.) . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email (usmdeanofstudents@maine.edu) or call 207.780.4035. EEO Statement: In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).