Electrical Specialist (Electrician Assistant)

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking an Electrical Technician to support Capital Planning and Facilities at IU Bloomington. The role focuses on installing, maintaining, and upgrading low-voltage electrical systems, security networks, and life-safety infrastructure on campus.

You will work with lead technicians, gain hands-on experience with conduit, wiring, and electronic security equipment, and help ensure compliance with NEC and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years craft maintenance experience including construction, appliance repair, and electrical control installation and repair.
• Preferred enrollment in electrical technology or electronic systems engineering program.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead technicians with installing, configuring, and maintaining low-voltage electrical systems, security networks, and life-safety systems.
• Run, fish, and secure low-voltage signaling and communication cables through conduit networks.
• Strip and terminate copper wiring into security control panels, power supplies, relay modules, and peripheral devices.
• Mount electronic locks, biometric scanners, CCTV cameras, motion sensors, and smart automation modules.
• Assist senior specialists in utilizing multimeters and tone generators to map paths, check continuity, and detect ground faults.
• Measures, cuts, bends, and installs EMT or PVC paths for exposed circuitry.
• Inputs basic device zones, configures network IP addresses, and verifies communication links using software interfaces.
• Executes rigorous job-site safety measures, including NEC adherence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Low-voltage electrical systems

Security networks

Life-safety systems

Diagnostics using multimeters

Electrical wiring

CCTV installation

Biometric scanners

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeters

Tone generators

Electrical testing instruments

Hand and power tools

IP networking basics

Job description

Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities(CPF) works to ensure that Indiana University (IU) campuses arebeautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence inteaching, learning, research, and community engagement across theentire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to supportresearch, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington.As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operationsprovides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating abeautiful, well-functioning campus.

Job Summary

Over the next 12 to 24 months, Capital Planning and Facilitiesfaces an extraordinary volume of critical infrastructure workspecifically required for the Chancellor's Office. This positionwill directly execute and accelerate high-priority work orders,including card access point installations, panic button testing andintegration, and security camera deployments. Given the risingscale and technical complexity of capital projects across IndianaUniversity, this position creates a structured internal careerpipeline, serving as a talent incubator for future advancement intothe Electrical Specialist roles.

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Assists lead technicians with installing, configuring, andmaintaining low-voltage electrical systems, security networks, andlife-safety systems. This specific designation means a person inthis role is not just pulling cables; they are buildingfoundational expertise in specialized electrical control circuits,relay logic, and automation protocols.
• Runs, fishes, and secures low-voltage signaling andcommunication cables through conduit networks, structured plenums,and framing.
• Strips, dresses, and terminates copper wiring into securitycontrol panels, power supplies, relay modules, and peripheraldevices.
• Mounts electronic locks, biometric scanners, closed-circuittelevision (CCTV) cameras, motion sensors, and smart automationmodules using precise hand and power tools.
• Assists senior specialists in utilizing multimeters and tonegenerators to map paths, check continuity, and detect groundfaults.
• Measures, cuts, bends, and installs thin-wall electricalmetallic tubing (EMT) or PVC paths for exposed circuitry.
• Inputs basic device zones, configures network IP addresses, andverifies communication links using software interfaces under directguidance.
• Executes rigorous job-site safety measures, including propertool staging, ladder stability protocols, and strict adherence toNational Electrical Code (NEC) articles.
• Other duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installselectrical conduit (both EMT and rigid, and wiremold). Measures,cuts, and installs wires into conduit and makes proper connectionsat junction boxes and equipment.
• Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads andtwisting wires together, and applies tape or terminal caps.
• Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.Installs or replaces control and distribution apparatus such asswitches and circuit-breaker panels.
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range ormotor, and installs grounding leads.
• Performs electrical repairs to include, but not limited to,outlets, switches, and ballasts; removes and replaces lightfixtures; and repairs appliances and faulty equipment andsystems.
• Investigates circuits to determine source, voltage, load, zone,etc. Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibilityand safety of components with testing instruments such asmulti-meter, volt-ohm meter, amp-probe, etc. Observes functioningof installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need foradjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Cleans work areas, tools, machines, and other equipment.
• Performs other semi-skilled electrical as assigned. Drivesvehicle as needed.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

Work Experience

Required

• 3 years Craft maintenance work which includes experience inconstruction, appliance repair, and electrical control installationand repair.

Preferred

• Enrollment in an electrical technology or electronic systemsengineering program is highly preferred.

Licenses And Certificates

Required

• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured byIndiana University upon date of hire.

Skills

Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Proficient in English written and verbal communicationskills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamicenvironment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even underpressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with externalconstituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successfulcompletion.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Working knowledge of electrical methods, practices, and haveknowledge of the applicable building codes, regulations orordinances.
• Knowledge of and ability to use electrical materials, tools,equipment, and testing instruments such as multi-meter, volt-ohmmeter, amp-probe, etc.
• Ability to perform duties requiring frequent medium-heavyphysical effort.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructionsand to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/orschematics.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to make and work from measurements and to makemathematical computations required to complete assigned tasks.

Preferred

• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure complex low-voltagewiring is neat, safe, and perfectly labeled.
• Capacity to capture, process, and execute detailed technicalinstructions from senior engineering personnel withoutdeviation.
• Natural inclination toward logical troubleshooting anddiagnostic problem-solving.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary positionas well as the ability to move about the workplace for longdurations. It requires effective communication, the ability tooperate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires theability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one'sself in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/orgases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and movein tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person inthis role must be able to perform the essential functions with orwithout an accommodation.

Work Location

IU Bloomington campus area. Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

Hourly Rate - $20.00 - $24.00

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a widearray of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, criticalillness, and supplemental accidental death & dismembermentinsurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject tovesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IUcourses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteerevents
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IUBenefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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