Electrician

Mississippi Valley State University; Itta Bena (MS); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mississippi Valley State University seeks an experienced electrical technician to install, maintain, and repair campus electrical systems across facilities. The role covers lighting, generators, motors, and conduit work, with record-keeping and event support as needed.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and four years of journey-level electrical experience, plus strong organizational, communication, and MS Office skills. A valid MS driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from high school with specialized training in electrical/electronic technology and four years of journey-level electrical experience.
• Must have good organizational and time-management skills and excellent written and oral communication.
• Must be able to utilize Microsoft Office.
• Must have a valid Mississippi driver’s license.

Responsabilités

• Install, maintain, replace and repair electrical and electronic equipment across campus facilities.
• Inspect electrical equipment, test circuits, locate faults and repair damaged circuitry.
• Read blueprints, schematics, sketches and drawings to determine work requirements.
• Maintain records of work performed, materials used and associated costs.
• Assist with HVAC installations and other PA systems for university events.

Connaissances

Electrical repair

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

Independent work

Communication (oral & written)

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Formation

High school diploma

Technical training in electrical/electronic technology

Description du poste

This position is responsible for installation, maintenance, and replacement and repair of electrical systems and equipment across campus facilities. Perform skilled electrical maintenance and repair work involving utility systems, lighting systems and street, sidewalk and parking lot lights. Repair and replace defective or worn electrical parts, motors, generators, light fixtures, pumps, controllers, switches, plugs, lighting ballast, and related equipment as needed. Inspect electrical equipment and lighting; test, locate and repair damaged electrical circuitry. Maintain records of work performed, materials used, and associated costs. Repair and install underground electrical conduit systems. Perform related duties as assigned. Assist other departments as needed such as help with HVAC systems installation and other necessary equipment. Assist with other PA systems, set up and monitoring for university events as needed

Required Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• 1) Methods, practices, equipment and tools used in the repair of electrical and mechanical devices.
• 2) Principles and practices of the repair of streetlights.
• 3) Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• 4) Basic arithmetic.
• 5) Safe work practices.

ABILITY TO:

• 1) Repair and replace electrical systems and equipment.
• 2) Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, sketches and drawings.
• 3) Maintain work records.
• 4) Work independently in absence of supervision.
• 5) Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• 6) Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS : Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by specialized training in electrical and/or electronic technology and four years of journey level experience in the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment, systems and components. Must have great organizational and time management skills and have excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to utilize Microsoft office. Work requires valid MS driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Posting Number

Posting Number SF943P

Open Date

Open Date 10/22/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts