Electrician II; Journeyman-Facilities Operations Job San Antonio area,Texas USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: Electrician II (Journeyman)-Facilities Operations

Electrician II (Journeyman)-Facilities Operations & Maintenance

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job : 15010
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond.

UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.

Job Details

Salary Range: $51,500 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 07/08/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials

Resume is required
Cover Letter is preferred

Job Summary

The Electrician II provides journeyman level skills and expertise in the installation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, remodeling, repair, servicing, and operation of the University's electrical systems from 120 volts up to 480 volts. The position assembles, installs, and repairs circuitry, switch gear, distribution systems, and all related components, while planning layout and installs wiring for electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. The role works directly in and with other trades in a team environment, and performs other duties as required and assigned.

Core

Responsibilities

Provides prompt skilled Journeyman level craftsmanship and performance in the installation, maintenance, evaluation, and repair of electrical and related systems.

Runs conduit, pulls wire, and installs; installing and repairing electrical circuits, security devices, fire alarms, telephones, audio/video systems, communication trunks, and computer networking systems; and performs electrical work related to air conditioning and refrigeration.

Performs service calls and work orders submitted by students, faculty, staff, and departments within the university to include maintaining records, and performs preventive maintenance work up to and including 480 volts.

Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope; troubleshoots and diagnoses electric systems to detect and repair functions.

Observes functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.

Assists and consults with outside contractors on electrical specifications and guidance concerning the remodeling, repair, and building of new structures.

Requires “On Call” basis and responds to emergency calls, shiftwork, over time, and odd hours to support the University mission.

Promotes a safety environment by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations, spills, and accidents; following University safety plans/procedures/protocols; and participating in appropriate safety training.

Works on ladders, scaffolding, and rooftops of buildings.

Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.

Performs preventive or corrective maintenance tasks and detailed inspection of electrical systems.

Keeps current of changes in operational procedures, new equipment, and other related equipment; works in conjunction with other trades, staff personnel in support of daily job tasks; and informs appropriate personnel of unusual…