Electrician

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition S Title Electrician I FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade
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https://pa-hrsuit . Occupational Category Skilled Craft Department Facilities Management - Facilities Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 10/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Two years of experience at a maintenance electrician level or experience in a related field. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Must be licensed as apprentice level electrician by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must obtain license within one year from date of hire.

A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs entry level maintenance service of electrical equipment and systems for buildings and facilities across campus and at remote campus locations.

• Repairs, installs, replaces, cleans, inspects and performs preventative maintenance.
• Tests electrical circuits, motors, equipment, appliances, lights, outlets, switches, breakers, sockets, plugs and insulators.
• Performs general electrical maintenance in commercial buildings and facilities in accordance with the National Electric Code using blueprints and diagrams that are rated at 220 Volts (Alternating Current) single phase and lower.
• Installs computer and telephone lines.
• Assists with ordering materials and parts.
• Uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time and document work on a daily basis.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Must be able to use various types of tools of the trade including but not limited to: ladders, hammers, all types of screwdrivers, ratchets, utility knives, insulation strippers, multi-meters, saws, hand drills, rotary hammers, reciprocating saws, circular saws, conduit benders, polyvinyl chloride primer and adhesive, all types of pliers and tape measures.
• Will be exposed to electrical hazards, various weather elements, dust, dirt, heat, cold, noise, vibration, congested work area, confined spaces, overhead work and heavy lifting.
• Climb ladders, stairs, inclines and declines.
• Work occasionally includes high places, motor control centers, electrical rooms, mechanical rooms, plant environments, kneeling, bending and crawling.
• Instructions are specific and simple but…