Share Email Opening Title Facilities Electrician  About the Organization Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to serving people and communities in realizing their full potential through the transformative wisdom and practice of Yoga. Our purpose is to ignite personal and societal transformation and our vision is a world united in service towards well-being, justice, and peace. Kripalu offers onsite and online programs and retreats across a wide range of topics including yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, cooking, outdoor mindfulness, social justice, and more. Located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health is the largest and most established yoga and holistic retreat and educational center in North America. Kripalu is uniquely suited to allow employees at any level in their careers to aid in the personal growth of our guests, students, and selves. Kripalu seeks to employ positive and motivated individuals across a variety of specialties and skill sets, including hospitality, dining and food service, healing arts, faculty, business functions, and many more. In 2019, The Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts awarded Kripalu their Resilience distinction. Kripalu is committed to becoming an employer and community where all belong. We have much work to do and we are committed to doing it. Our team and Board of Trustees have been working with partners from Race and Resilience to shift our understanding, behaviors, policies, and culture to embrace the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Kripalu is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, military status, national origin age, disability or genetic information, or any other basis, especially those prohibited by applicable law.   Description Position Summary The Facilities Electrician is responsible for diversified duties associated with the repair, maintenance and installation of electrical fixtures, equipment, controllers, and the performance of general wiring, in accordance with established electrical codes and regulations. As a member of the Facilities team this role will respond to requests throughout Kripalu Center in order to make necessary maintenance repairs in a positive, polite and timely manner. Accountabilities Diagnose malfunctioning electrical equipment, transformers, motors, outlets and fixtures, repair or replace as appropriate. Replace faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices. Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit and electrical apparatus in buildings and facilities. Ensures all electrical work is performed in accordance with applicable electrical codes. Hold and maintain a valid Journeyman Electrical License in the state of Massachusetts. Attend any required continuing education needed to remained licensed. Order electrical inventory needed for repairs, ensuring the acquisition of the most reliable equipment at the most competitive price. Maintain inventory of all electrical and related supplies and equipment in a safe and secure manner. Schedule and perform routine electrical maintenance in a manner that minimizes impact to guests and staff. Maintain & monitor fire detection systems in all buildings working with jurisdictional authorities and vendors, to ensure compliance with all related standards and codes. Oversee and coordinate the efforts of staff and vendors in the completion of electrical projects as assigned by Director of Operations. Review daily Maintenance Requests, prioritize and complete electrical requests, Maintain and adjust heating and hot water systems using computer controls. Inspect interiors and exteriors of all buildings for deficiencies, maintenance requirements, and health / safety for guests and staff. Assist with requests regarding issues pertaining to water systems and steam and gas supplies. Train junior maintenance technicians in areas that are needed. Communicate issues and concerns to Director of Operations. Perform ongoing monitoring of facilities systems including but not limited to hot tubs, fire alarm systems, respond to remedy cause for failure and/or malfunctions. Perform on-call emergency response as assigned. Perform shop work for general repair needs and other general maintenance duties in support of new facilities projects, including the operation of utilities. Other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Possesses strong core ethics, integrity, and values consistent with Kripalu’s organizational principles. Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas. Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards. Learns and adapts quickly in new situations resulting in successful performance. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.   Position Requirements Essential Skills and Experience Current Journeyman Electrical License in the state of Massachusetts. Minimum 5 years of experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities, equipment and systems. Demonstrated mechanical ability for operation and repair of equipment. Ability to inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical components, systems and wiring, to ensure smooth operation. Demonstrated knowledge of all related electrical, safety and building standards, regulations and codes. Basic trade mathematical skills in order to calculate quantities of materials. Experience with skilled trade tools and familiarity with parts and materials required. Familiarity with plumbing systems, fixtures, piping materials, sizes, and measurements. Demonstrated ability to use relational and shop tools and equipment including threading machine, electric snakes, and equipment for sweating, basic hand tools, table saw, drill press, band saw, electric planner and router. Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Must be available for on-call duty and weekend coverage as needed. Must be available for on-call duty and weekend coverage as needed. Attendance at scheduled meetings is required   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift   Position Facilities Electrician   Number of Openings 1   EOE Statement Kripalu cares deeply about the safety and well-being of our organization, staff, and guests. As such, all new employees are subject to background checks, including—but not limited to—reference checks, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI), and nationwide criminal database and sex offender search. Additional screenings may be required based on position requirements. We are recommending all employees who work onsite at Kripalu be vaccinated against Covid. For those who choose not to obtain this vaccination, we will be providing periodic testing onsite and potentially recommend additional safety precautions. We will inquire about vaccination status upon date of hire. Kripalu is an “at will” employer; the employment relationship can be terminated by either party at any time for any reason not prohibited by law. Kripalu is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in tis workforce. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other basis, especially those prohibited by applicable law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://KRIPALU.appone.com Follow us

 

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