Electrician

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Tuition Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Personal Leave

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL, is seeking an Electrician to construct, inspect, and repair university electrical equipment. You will calculate materials, install conduits and wiring, and support equipment across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen equipment, troubleshooting lighting, responding to emergencies, and upholding safety standards. The role offers up to $26/hour with generous time off, tuition coverage, and retirement

Qualifications

• Associates degree or completion of program of 18+ months after high school.
• Technical or trades school graduate with 4+ years of training or 8 years in electrical trade.
• Journeyman Electrical Exam passed; valid Florida driver's license.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment.
• Renovations and construction of facilities for new uses.
• Troubleshoot power lighting systems for faults and overloads.
• Repair equipment and perform general maintenance of electrical infrastructure.
• Maintain and repair emergency lighting systems.
• Respond to service and emergency calls.
• Ensure safe working environment according to codes.
• Install and interconnect transformers and data cables as required.
• Support special university events as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical symbols

Code compliance

Tool handling

Safety awareness

Equipment diagnostics

Bucket truck operation

Blue printer interpretation

Education

Associate degree or 18+ month program in electrical trades

Tools

Volt meters

Amp meters

Phase/Rotation testers

Multi-meters

Hand and power tools

Job description

The Opportunity

The Electrician position is responsible for the construction, inspection, and repair the University’s electrical equipment. This person calculates and orders the materials needed for assigned jobs, as well as installs new and additional electrical work and remodeling. The electrician installs electrical conduits and wiring for new equipment, as well as maintains and repairs motors, relays, magnetic starters, and transformers. This individual will also install and interconnect transformers, and repair, maintain, alter or erect any wiring apparatus.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment.
• Renovations and construction of existing facilities for new or improved uses.
• Troubleshoot power lighting systems for faults and overloads.
• Repair broken devices and fixtures, etc. General maintenance of electrical infrastructure.
• Maintain and repair emergency lighting systems.
• Respond to service and emergency calls.
• Maintain a safe working environment according to local and state codes for electrical equipment.
• Ensure efficient operation of electrical equipment.
• Install Telecommunication and data cables to meet state electrical codes.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Department Foreman as well as supporting special university events.

About us

For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.

Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next‑generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real‑world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.

Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry‑Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.

• Generous Time Off Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• Tuition Coverage Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
• Personal Leave Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non‑exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full‑time employees in your first year.

Compensation

The hourly range for this role is up to $26.00. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.

Qualifications

Required education:

• Associates degree or completion of program of 18+ months after high school

Required licenses, certificates, and / or security clearances:

• Must be a technical or trades school graduate with at least four (4) years of classroom training in the electrical industry, or
• Must have eight (8) years in the electrical trade, maintenance or construction business, working for a qualified (licensed) electrical contractor, or
• Must have passed the Journeyman’s Electrical Exam.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license

Required skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Must understand electrical symbols and be able to interpret building and electrical blueprints, make calculations and keep records.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of codes pertaining to maintenance installation of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of application and use of testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, phase and rotation testers, multi-meters, etc.
• Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job functions.
• Ability to work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Ability to operate bucket trucks, high lifts and specialized equipment.
• Ability to climb 90’ poles on athletic fields for lamp replacement or fixture repair.
• Ability to give and to comprehend basic instructions and to respond effectively.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry miscellaneous electrical equipment or supplies short distances and to push or pull a hand cart. Eye‑hand coordination essential for proper operation of power tools and other work associated with electrical repairs, installation, etc.
• Must be able to safely work on energized equipment under certain circumstances. Must take necessary precautions protect themselves and others from the hazards associated with this type of work.

Embry‑Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training and other benefits of employment. Embry‑Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school‑administered programs or activities.