Electrical Technician

Society for College and University Planning (SCUP); Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 35,018 - 40,997; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

13 paid holidays

Vacation

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) is seeking a maintenance technician in Kennesaw, GA to inspect, repair and maintain electrical, mechanical and life safety systems. The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years of related experience, with a valid GA driver’s license. Preferred: relevant degree and active certifications.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and a pathway to career growth within SCUP’s facilities team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of related work experience in electrical, mechanical and life safety systems.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Preferred: undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
• Preferred certifications: ICC Electrical Inspectors Certification (Active); ICC Electrical Plans Examiner Certification (Active); Electrical Journeyman License State of Georgia (Active).

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings, fixtures, machines and other structural and/or mechanical units, noting need for repair, performing minor and preventative maintenance.
• Assist other technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance.
• Perform maintenance work including detection and correction of mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems and life safety systems.
• Work on active systems, energized and de-energized equipment in compliance with NFPA and other regulatory safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Accurately maintain equipment inventory and historical records.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Life safety systems

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related field degree preferred

Undergraduate/advanced degree preferred

ICC Electrical Inspectors Certification (Active)

ICC Electrical Plans Examiner Certification (Active)

Electrical Journeyman License, GA (Active)

Job description

Location: Kennesaw, GA

Posted: 6/30/26 • Deadline: 8/30/26

Salary: $25.42 to $29.76 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options. Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings, fixtures, machines and other structural and/or mechanical units, noting need for repair, performing minor and preventative maintenance.
• Assist other technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance.
• Perform maintenance work including detection and correction of mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems and life safety systems.
• Work on active systems, energized and de-energized equipment in compliance with NFPA and other regulatory safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Accurately maintain equipment inventory and historical records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of related work experience in electrical, mechanical and life safety systems.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Preferred: undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.
• Preferred certifications: ICC Electrical Inspectors Certification (Active); ICC Electrical Plans Examiner Certification (Active); Electrical Journeyman License State of Georgia (Active).

Application Materials

• Resume.
• Cover letter.
• List of references.