ELECTRICIAN

ELECTRICIAN

Position Number: 8102535

Work Modality:
Fully In-Person

Job Category:
University Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Department Name: FACILITIES LSC

Location Code: FACILITIES LSC (07211A)

Open Date: 05/28/2026

• Ensures the safe operation of all electrical systems and equipment by completing preventative maintenance on controllers, transformers, voltage regulators and machinery wiring.
• Assists in maintaining emergency generator system-related equipment.
• Obtains electrical work permits.
• Must stay current on all City and County electrical codes.
• Works closely with contractors on site to ensure work performed meets current electrical codes.
• Makes suggestions and offers ideas for repairs of campus buildings.
• Installs new circuitry for equipment and lighting.
• Performs work assignments received, both verbal and through the work order software system.
• Maintains records of work performed using the work order management software system.
• Assists supervisor with inventory control.
• Performs work assignments to make campus facilities as safe and secure as possible for all students, staff and faculty.
• May, at times, be called upon to assist with snow removal.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship degree in Electric or Electronic Trades.
• Minimum of 5 years electrician experience.
• Certifications:
  
  Journeyman Electrician License.

• Knowledge in electronics, troubleshooting, problem solving, equipment maintenance, power tools, life safety and technical understanding.
• Must know Chicago electrical codes and Cook County permitting requirements.
• Ability to follow manuals, schematic plans, blueprints, and other specifications required.
• Must have knowledge of City and/or County code requirements.
• Must have strong troubleshooting background.
• Ability to use tools of the trade.
• Ability to work in high and/or confined spaces.
• Ability to carry materials to perform work functions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must supply their own hand tools.
• Must be able to work irregular hours if needed, to perform job requirements.
• Must be able to work successfully with other trades to perform job duties.
• Preferred candidates would also have prior work experience in a University/research environment.

• Current Journeyman Electrician License, “A” Card in good standing.
• Current Chicago Supervising Electrician License or equivalent is required.
• Must have a current Driver’s License in good standing.
• Must become member of IUOE Local 399 within 90 days of accepting position and maintain good standing with IUOE Local 399.

• Knowledge and proficiency with computers.
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Experience with a work order management system preferred.

• No required operation of university owned vehicles.

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions.

Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Danger, Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather.

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $55.44/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $55.44/hr

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