Advanced Electrician & Facilities Maintenance Technician

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville seeks an experienced electrician to maintain, repair, replace, and install electrical systems and components up to 480V. The role involves troubleshooting, reading blueprints, and ensuring compliance with the NEC and Florida codes.

You will analyze drawings, perform preventive maintenance, manage work orders, and support staff in safety and operation standards. The position is full-time, on-site in Gainesville, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with electrician apprenticeship or 3 years electrical experience.
• Experience with NEC and electrical codes; Florida codes knowledge is a plus.
• Preferred journeyman exam completion or equivalent recognition.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components up to 480V.
• Maintain motors, generators, distribution and control systems; work on new or existing facilities.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics for efficient installations and repairs.
• Input and process work orders; document work performed and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor building automation systems and support staff training.

Skills

communication skills

attention to detail

customer service

read blueprints

read schematics

teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + electrician apprenticeship program (3 years)

Journeyman examination (preferred)

Florida building codes knowledge

National Electrical Code knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Florida in Gainesville seeks an experienced electrician to maintain, repair, replace, and install electrical systems and components up to 480V. The role involves troubleshooting, reading blueprints, and ensuring compliance with the NEC and Florida codes.

You will analyze drawings, perform preventive maintenance, manage work orders, and support staff in safety and operation standards. The position is full-time, on-site in Gainesville, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.