Electrician

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 6935421
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 02/18/2026
Closing Date: 3/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC13
Position Number:: 6935421
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Work Schedule:

: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 02/18/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
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Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Electrician

Department: SAAS Custodial, Move Crew and Facilities Administration

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time:
Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

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Job Summary

Electrician

• Are you experienced working with HVAC controls, access control systems, locking systems, security cameras, recorders, and network devices?

• Can you troubleshoot, program, and repair advanced systems while keeping safety and precision at the forefront?

• Do you thrive in a role where your technical expertise directly impacts campus safety and infrastructure reliability?

• Can you install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical distribution equipment, breakers, panels, and motors?

The Electrician is responsible for installing, programming, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical, electronic, and mechanical components, including electrical distribution equipment, breakers, panels, motors, HVAC controls, access and locking systems, security cameras, recorders, and network devices. This position plays a key role in maintaining system reliability while supporting both daily operations and long-term infrastructure improvements.

Primary duties include:

• Install, troubleshoot, program, repair, and modify electrical distribution systems and related equipment.

• Maintain and repair HVAC controls, access control boards, locking systems, and third-party security devices.

• Read and interpret wiring schematics and technical documentation.

• Provide technical coordination and serve as a client liaison for major and minor repairs, upgrades, and system improvement projects.

• Provide on-site technical leadership and oversight to lower-level technical staff, temporary employees, vendors, and contractors.

• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency, weekend, or hazardous weather call-backs as required.

• This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Perks Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! 15 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday) An engaging and collaborative environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable of electronic systems.

• Ability to understand and follow written work orders and oral instructions.

• Ability to react positively to emergency situations.

• Ability to instruct crew members.

• Ability to read wiring schematics.

Job Close Date

03/27/2026

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