Master Electrician

Rutgers University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Master Electrician to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading electrical and mechanical duties, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and overseeing projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a team effectively. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential operations. If you're passionate about electrical systems and looking for a role that challenges you, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent and licensure as an electrical contractor required.
• Must have training in estimating and planning electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in electrical and mechanical duties related to electricity distribution.
• Oversee lower level electricians and maintenance mechanics in project completion.

Skills

Electrical Compliance Leadership

Estimating and Planning Electrical Work

Communication Skills

Ability to Lift and Carry 50 Pounds

Education

High School/Vocational School Education

Tools

Technical Manuals

Blueprints

Job description

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title: Master Electrician

Job Category: AFSCME Local 888

Department: IPO-Facilities Utilities

Overview

The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Master Electrician for the Division of Institutional Planning and Operations (IP&O).

Key Duties

• Provides trade, technical and code compliance leadership in all aspects of electrical and mechanical duties related to the distribution and safe utilization of electricity.
• Provides comprehensive plans for proposed work.
• Leads and oversees the work of lower level electrician/maintenance mechanics through the successful completion of projects.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent.
• Licensure as an electrical contractor by the State of New Jersey.
• Must have training in estimating and planning electrical work.
• A valid driver’s license with two years driving experience is necessary.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
• May be required to obtain a Commercial Drivers License.
• Must maintain License while in the job title.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have training in estimating and planning electrical work.
• Must also have thorough knowledge of high voltage (over 2,000 up to 35,000) transmission and distribution equipment used in large industrial or utility distribution generation system.
• Good communication skills, the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and the ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints.

Special Conditions

• Shift hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number: 25ST0835

Posting Open Date: 04/17/2025

Regional Campus: Rutgers University - New Brunswick

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.