Electrician

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

ECO Pass for local transit

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder is hiring an electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems across campus. The role emphasizes distribution systems, motor controls, and exterior lighting, with routine preventive maintenance and safety adherence.

The job requires journeyman licensure from the Colorado Electrical Board, Colorado residency, and a valid Colorado driver's license. Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with potential weekend or extended shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board.
• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage installation, repair, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting of building electrical systems and components.
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing and repair to the campus' electrical distribution system and components (switch gear, motor control centers, panels, UPSs, generators, ATS).
• Install, maintain, repair, test and operate roadway and walkway lighting; test exterior light circuits quarterly.
• Complete material issuance and purchase requests; close out work orders and schedule work for the following day; drive University vehicle and carry tools.

Job description

Job Summary

Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for anElectrician! The primary focus of this position is theinstallation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems/components, preventative maintenance of electrical distributionsystem components and the maintenance and repair of walkway androadway lighting.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management is responsible for the overall physicaldevelopment and maintenance of the campus. The mission of thedepartment is to provide a safe physical environment that promotesthe advancement and transfer of knowledge.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Manage installation, repair, replacement, maintenance, andtroubleshooting of building electrical systems and components. Thisincludes the installation of wire ways, the maintenance, operationand installation of VFD (variable frequency drive) units, theinstallation, repair and replacement of motors, troubleshootingfailed electrical circuits, collaborating with the HVAC Shop totroubleshoot mechanical system components, and installing testequipment to determine loads on circuits.

Preventative Maintenance/Operation of Electrical DistributionSystem/Components

• Assist the Utilities Division with switching and responding toemergencies related to the Campus’ medium voltage electricaldistribution system. Perform preventive maintenance, testing andrepair to the secondary electrical distribution system andcomponents, for example; the buildings switch gear, motor controlcenters, panel boards, UPSs, backup generators and automatictransfer switches. The building’s secondary distribution systemoperates at 480 volts or less.
• Install, maintain, repair, test and operate the Campus’ roadwayand walkway lighting. Outside lights on Campus are a critical partof the Universities’ commitment to creating a safe environment forusers. There are about 1,000 exterior pole lights and severalhundred exterior building lights this role is responsible tomaintain, repair and operate. Test exterior light circuitsquarterly.

Paperwork, Scheduling, and Other Duties

• Complete material issuance requests and purchase requests toprocure material needed. Close out work orders and schedule workfor the following day. Include closing comments and ensure repairwork orders are created. As an essential services employee, respondto other duties as assigned on an “as needed” basis; this mayinclude alternative work schedules. With all duties, the employeeis required to drive a University vehicle and carry tools andmaterials. Participate in safety meetings, follow safety policies,procedures, and guidelines, and adhere to Standing OperatingProcedures for assignments and use of equipment. Participate in andcomplete safety trainings. Report potential safety hazards,mistakes, accidents and procedural violations in a timelymanner.

What You Should Know

The anticipated work schedule for this in-person position is Monday- Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm. This position may be required towork weekends, alternate, or extended shifts at the discretion ofthe work unit supervisor.

This position is eligible for our FacilitiesManagement Employee Referral Program.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary range is $74,520 - $80,711.

If you possess prior state-classified experience in the same classseries as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount perthe state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's BestLarge Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Coloradoand #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks andprograms through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

• Current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from theColorado Electrical Board.
• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license.

What You Will Need

• This role is a service electrician. Requires ability totroubleshoot basic circuitry and basic motor control circuitry,without assistance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to communicate effectively and form relationships.
• Proven problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-makingskills.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Advanced troubleshooting of complex electrical and motorcontrol circuits, troubleshooting of motor windings and groundfaults, strong background in test instruments and equipment fortroubleshooting electrical equipment, background in service/newinstall in existing building (non-new construction).
• Experience working in a Higher Education setting.
• Lighting Controls.
• VFD & Motor experience.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent isrequired to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies(snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event)and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift duringemergency campus closures.

We may request references at a later time.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, inany materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifyinginformation such as age, date of birth, or dates of schoolattendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redactingor removing this information.