Electrical Trades II

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Work-life balance

Job summary

Colorado State University Facilities Management seeks a skilled journeyman electrician to maintain and repair campus electrical systems, including 13.2 kV underground distribution. You will coordinate with campus departments for design, upgrades, and outages, ensuring safety and code compliance while controlling costs.

The role requires on-site work, emergency readiness, and a pre-employment background check; licensure is mandatory, with preference for experience in high-voltage and lighting

Qualifications

• Current, valid journeyman electrician license from the Colorado Electrical Board.
• Experience with campus electrical systems and high-voltage distribution is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair campus secondary electrical circuits, systems, and equipment.
• Work on campus outdoor lighting systems; install and modify components as needed.
• Install and remodel campus electrical equipment; provide detailed estimates.
• Train/certify on 13.2 kV underground distribution systems and related gear.
• Review drawings, update inventory, and support design and outages.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Advanced lighting controls

Motor controls

Microsoft Excel

Written and verbal communication

Education

Journeyman Electrician license (Colorado)

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Facilities Management is entrusted with the development, care, maintenance, and operation of Colorado State University’s physical properties. Our purpose is to create and sustain environments that support CSU’s land‑grant mission, fostering the success of students, faculty, and staff through world‑class academic, research, and outreach programs. To learn more about this department, please visit our website.

This role maintains, installs, and repairs campus secondary electrical systems, outside lighting, and high‑voltage underground distribution networks. The position requires on‑the‑spot decision‑making for campus safety, emergency power outages, and strict code compliance while minimizing budget impacts. Additionally, the technician coordinates with other campus departments to manage electrical designs, calculations, and scheduled system upgrades. This position will be posted until 10/20/2026 at 11:59 pm.

Job Duties

• Secondary electrical circuits, systems, and equipment - Maintains and repairs secondary electrical circuits, systems and equipment in campus facilities under the responsibilities of CSU Facilities.
• Campus outside lighting systems - Performs work on the campus outside lighting systems and their components which includes new installations, alterations. maintenance and additional work to keep electrical systems operating properly.
• Install and remodel - Installs and remodels existing campus electrical equipment and systems upon request from external departments. Provides detailed estimates prior to work being approved.
• 13.2 KV Systems and Equipment - Ability to be trained and certified on 13.2kv underground distribution systems and related equipment which includes new installations, alterations, maintenance and work necessary to keep systems operating properly.
• Drawings, inventory and support - Reviews drawings, update inventory on parts and equipment, provides support in design and construction projects and outages.

Conditions of Employment Pre‑employment Criminal and Motor vehicle Background Check (required for new hires) Pre‑employment Physical Driver's license required Essential Services Designation Shift Work On‑call Status In‑person

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience: Current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical troubleshooting skills 13.2KV and less.
• Experience with advanced lighting controls and motor controls.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft teams, mail, excel)
• Written and verbal technical communication skills
• Ability to work independently on complex electrical jobs
• Knowledge of the NFPA70 and NFPA70E.
• Directly related state Service

Salary Range $62,436 - $74,916

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world‑class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work‑life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment and Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. The ten‑day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Inspired by its land‑grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.