Campus Electrical & Lighting Technician

Edgewood University; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewood University is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to uphold and improve campus electrical and lighting systems. The role involves independent work within the Facilities Operations team to enhance reliability, safety, and energy efficiency across campus facilities.

The candidate should have trade schooling in electrical programs or significant hands-on experience (five years+), with Journeyman license preferred.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a trade school electrical program or a minimum of five years of experience in electrical and lighting maintenance and repair preferred.
• Journeyman Electrician license preferred.
• Experience with commercial or institutional building electrical systems preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and successful University MVR check required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair campus electrical and lighting systems following industry guidelines and safety practices.
• Perform preventive maintenance on lighting systems, including lamps, ballasts, fixtures, and controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and lighting issues; replace components as necessary.
• Assist in planning and implementing lighting upgrades and energy efficiency projects.
• Coordinate with facilities contractors to ensure projects meet specifications and safety standards.
• Assist in maintaining equipment inventories and lifecycle replacement planning.
• Support energy efficiency initiatives and utility incentive programs.
• Perform general maintenance duties and assist on-call rotations as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Safety practices

Independent work

Team collaboration

On-call readiness

Education

Trade school electrical program

Journeyman Electrician license (preferred)

Job description

Edgewood University is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to uphold and improve campus electrical and lighting systems. The role involves independent work within the Facilities Operations team to enhance reliability, safety, and energy efficiency across campus facilities.

The candidate should have trade schooling in electrical programs or significant hands-on experience (five years+), with Journeyman license preferred.