Electrician

Job Overview

Wayne State College is seeking a Journeyman‑level Electrician to install, repair, and maintain electrical and communication wiring, fixtures, and equipment in campus buildings and dormitories.

• Check, respond to email, and submit/update scheduled tasks in CMMS at shift start, during breaks, and at the end of the shift.
• Learn and use computerized technology to communicate, monitor campus systems, and perform record‑keeping per department procedures.
• Complete work orders and preventative maintenance tasks as assigned; maintain communication with the requestor throughout completion and log data in CMMS.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical data, including plans, specifications, and manufacturer design sheets.
• Identify safety hazards and apply appropriate precautionary methods involved in building maintenance, repair, and construction activities.
• Analyze and resolve electrical problems within campus building and dormitory lighting, security, and power systems.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain HVAC electrical units and systems.
• Perform repairs on electrical appliances, electric motors, fixtures, fire alarm systems, sound systems, and controls.
• Install conduit, power conductors, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, and related electrical items, including repairs.
• Use a utility locator and perform locates on campus per requests from digger’s hotline, contractors, and/or campus maintenance personnel.
• Read and interpret City, State, and Federal electrical codes; ensure adherence to facility and professional safety rules and regulations.
• Operate and maintain public address systems and equipment for campus special events and athletic competitions.
• Perform maintenance on freight and passenger elevators.
• Lead and train co‑workers and student employees.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with the public, contractors, staff, and students.
• Support graduation ceremonies and other special events.
• Provide snow removal services as needed.

• High school graduate or equivalent with at least two years of experience repairing and maintaining electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid State of Nebraska Journeyman Electrician or Electrical Contractor License prior to start of employment.

None.

• Criminal background check.

Competitive salary starting at $44,141.00, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package.

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

This position is subject to Veterans Preference.