Electrician

Capital University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Family education benefits

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Free parking

Job summary

Capital University is seeking an experienced electrical technician to maintain and repair electrical systems across its facilities. The role requires reading blueprints, following NEC standards, and performing installations, tests, and repairs in varied spaces.

A valid license and reliable transportation are required. The position emphasizes safety, timely response to emergencies, and collaboration with external contractors on larger projects.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience in commercial/residential electrical maintenance.
• Working knowledge of the NEC and ability to read blueprints.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, and tests electrical lighting, power circuits, and equipment.
• Isolates and repairs wiring, switches, motors, and boiler/chiller systems.
• Replaces faulty components and renews circuits as needed.
• Estimates materials and records time and materials per work order.
• Responds to emergencies and may work overtime on repairs.
• Assists with managing external contractors on larger projects.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Blueprint reading

NEC knowledge

LOTO compliance

Physical stamina

Tools proficiency

Tools

Electrical tools

Job description

Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Management, installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring systems, fixtures, controls, and equipment to maintain and improve Capital University facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Installs, inspects, and tests electrical lighting, signal, communication and power circuits and equipment, both residential and commercial applications.
• Isolates and repairs in wiring, switches, motors, motor controls, boiler / chiller systems, and other electrical equipment.
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, lighting, and other simple elements of electrical systems, fixtures, and appliances.
• Renews circuits either by isolating and cutting out defective wiring and replacing it with new wiring, or by splicing ends of broken wires.
• Responsible for estimating and running additional electrical circuits from panels to point of use.
• Replaces defective equipment while following LOTO policy, to restore equipment and systems.
• As required, estimate materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies as applicable and or willing to work overtime as needed on emergent repairs.
• Assist with managing and or assisting external contractors on larger electrical projects.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in electrical maintenance, repair, and installation, and associated hand and power tools and equipment. Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial / residential and service. Must have working knowledge and understanding of current NEC.
• Motor Vehicle operator's license and dependable transportation required.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks in low, high, and tight spaces such as closets, windows, crawl spaces under floors and above ceilings, stairwells, equipment rooms, building exteriors, and roofs.
• Ability to handle exposure: to dirt, dust, and grease, electricity, climatic weather, various chemicals such as drain cleaners, mastics, glues, paint, loud equipment noises with multiple moving parts.
• Physical Requirements: ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

For more information on Capital University, visit our website at www.capital.edu.

Capital University offers a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, family education benefits, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and free parking.

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer. Capital University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the law.

Capital University is currently unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship.