Electrician

UO HR Website; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University Housing is seeking a journey-level electrician to perform electrical construction and maintenance across campus facilities in Eugene. The role includes repairing lighting, branch circuits, and protection devices, and installing and servicing a wide range of electronic equipment, including exterior lighting and control systems.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years as a journey-level electrician with experience in large facilities or higher education environments, HVAC maintenance,

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as a journey-level electrician.
• Experience in maintenance in a higher education facility or large commercial/residential complex.
• HVAC maintenance experience.
• Knowledge/experience with steam heating and hot water boiler, and kitchen appliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair existing building electrical systems, including lighting fixtures and branch circuits.
• Repair overcurrent and short-circuit protection devices and install/maintain electronic equipment.
• Maintain campus exterior lighting and control devices, including pole-mounted fixtures.
• Collaborate with a team to support campus facilities operations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with university policies and codes.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Initiative

Ethical standards

Education

General Supervising Electrician License

General Journeyman Electrician License

Limited Journey Manufacturing Plant License

Limited Supervising Manufacturing Plant License

Job description

Department: University Housing
Classification: Electrician
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $31.63-$48.42 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

August 24, 2026; position open until filled

Department Summary

University Housing, a department within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is committed to support student success by cultivating inclusive communities. Our goal is to provide a robust living experience through accessible and affordable state-of-the-art housing, dining, social and academic programs for the entire student body to develop community leaders, innovators and change‑makers who will enrich the future.
We value equity and inclusion, responsibility and integrity, innovation and learning, and safety and security. University Housing staff work hard to incorporate these values into daily work and practices to ensure an excellent UO experience.
University Housing units which include Business Services Operations, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Promotions & Student Recruitment, and Residence Life. University Housing is a $110-million dollar educational and business department that is a self‑sustaining, self‑liquidating agency of the University (receives no tuition or tax support for its operating budget).
Living on campus adds tremendous value for students and the University. Students who live on campus their first year have higher grades, are retained at the University of Oregon at higher rates, graduate at higher rates and graduate more quickly.

Position Summary

This position provides journey‑level expertise in electrical construction and maintenance within a collaborative team environment. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance and repair of existing building electrical systems, including the replacement of components such as lighting fixtures, branch circuits, and overcurrent and short‑circuit protection devices. Duties also include the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of electronic equipment, encompassing both commercial and specialized systems that may require custom design and unique maintenance procedures. Additionally, the role involves maintaining, repairing, and replacing components of campus exterior lighting systems and associated control devices, including both pole‑mounted and building‑mounted fixtures.

Minimum Requirements

Possession of one of the following Oregon Electrician Licenses appropriate to the work to be performed:

• General Supervising Electrician License
• General Journeyman Electrician License
• Limited Journey Manufacturing Plant License
• Limited Supervising Manufacturing Plant License

Professional Competencies

• Ability to perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university.
• Skilled in taking initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a safe and safety‑conscious workplace.
• Skill in creating and sustaining a respectful, inclusive workplace while proactively addressing challenges with a positive outlook.
• Ability to uphold and promote ethical standards as a role model for others.
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience as a Journey-Level Electrician
• Maintenance experience in a higher education facility or large commercial/residential complex.
• Experience with general maintenance and repair of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge/experience with maintenance and repair of steam heating and hot water boiler, and kitchen appliance systems.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal‑opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy‑related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.

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Advertised: August 10, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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