Campus Electrician II: 600V Systems & Maintenance

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University is seeking an Electrician II to maintain and repair electrical systems on campus under supervision. The role focuses on installations, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance using tools like insulation testers and thermal imaging cameras.

Based within Utility Services, the position supports four energy facilities and campus distribution networks, contributing to safe, reliable campus utilities.

Qualifications

• Requires State of Iowa Class A Journeyman Electrician license with at least four years as an apprentice plus two years of experience as a journeyman electrician; or State of Iowa Class B Journeyman Electrician license with eight years in the electrical trade in maintenance or construction.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet University's Fleet Safety Program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair campus site lighting and low-voltage power distribution systems.
• Install conduit, cable, switchboards, panels, and circuit breakers.
• Perform maintenance and installation of variable frequency drives, campus mass warning signals, traffic/pedestrian control signals, utility electric meters, and mechanical flow meters.
• Utilize utility locating equipment to identify and troubleshoot underground infrastructure.
• Assist Utility High Voltage staff with cable pulls, switch replacements, and vault maintenance.
• Read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instruction books.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and campus community members.
• Install and maintain motor starters and motor control centers.
• Perform maintenance on circuit breakers protecting circuits from 120V to 15,000V.

Skills

Journeyman license

Driver's license

Fleet Safety Program

Tools

Insulation testers

Thermal imaging cameras

Thermal/Infrared testing

Job description

Iowa State University is seeking an Electrician II to maintain and repair electrical systems on campus under supervision. The role focuses on installations, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance using tools like insulation testers and thermal imaging cameras.

Based within Utility Services, the position supports four energy facilities and campus distribution networks, contributing to safe, reliable campus utilities.