Electrician

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale Cancer Center in New Haven is seeking an experienced electrician to provide electrical services across campus facilities, including installation, maintenance, and repair of wiring and equipment used for light, heat and power.

The role supports the safe operation of critical systems and requires a CT E2 license, OSHA 10 certification, and a CT driver's license. This on-site position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on training of junior staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid CT E2 license required.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Driver's license valid in Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Performs assignments under limited supervision.
• Directs the work of employees under the supervision.
• Assumes responsibility for completion of assignments.
• Determines manpower and material requirements and the means to accomplish work.
• Installs, maintains, repairs electrical wiring, conduits, and equipment for light, heat, and power.
• Observes safety standards and practices.
• Trains junior workers as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CT E2 license

OSHA 10

Driver's license (CT)

Job description

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Salary Range $42.30

Job Requisition ID 137120WD

Overview Provides electrical services within an organization, including the installation, maintenance, repair, and alteration of electrical wired circuits and apparatus used for the transmission of electrical energy for light, heat, and power purposes.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 4:20PM-1220AM

Date Last Internal Bid Accepted: Monday, 8/10/26 at 5:00 p.m.

**Must Pass YARC (Yale Animal Resource Center) Clearance.* * Form requirements are available at 221 Whitney Ave. This form is filed with the Health Plan in a confidential file folder specific to employees who work at YSM Buildings. Offer is contingent upon successful health screening.

Principal Responsibilities

• Performs assignments under limited supervision.
• Directs the work of employees under the direction of the supervisor.
• Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibility for the completion of assignments.
• Determines the manpower and material requirements and the means and methods to be used in accomplishing work assignments and recommends changes.
• Secures materials, supplies and equipment.
• Installs, erects, maintains, alters or repairs any wire, cable conduit, bus way, raceway, support, insulator, conductor, appliance, apparatus, fixture or equipment which generates, transforms, transmits or uses electrical energy for light, heat, power or other purposes (including protection of electrical circuits and switch gears).
• Maintains clean work area and/or cleans job site.
• Trains lower labor grade employees using various training methods.
• Observes safety standards and practices.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification.

Required Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Possess valid CT E2 license.
• OSHA 10.
• Driver's license valid in the State of CT.

Physical Requirements

• Climbs ladders and scaffolding in excess of eight (8) feet and rides and works from mechanical lifts.
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and/or squatting.
• Works in confined areas.
• Sustained overhead work.
• Works outside in all types of weather.
• Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion while working with heavy tools.
• Moves, assembles, lifts or carries furniture, equipment, tools and materials of up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance.
• Drives.

Original Job Posting Date 07/29/2026

Job Category Service Worker

Bargaining Unit L35

Compensation Grade Labor Grade 11

Compensation Grade Profile

Time Type Full time

Duration Type Staff

Work Model On-site

Location 60 College Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific dutiesand responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties throughtheir hiring department.

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.