Electrician - 998812

Drake; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake University seeks a skilled Electrician to join the Electrical and HVAC unit. The role involves installation, maintenance, service and repairs of electrical equipment to ensure cost-effective operations for the university.

Under supervision, you will handle blueprints, diagnostic tools, and light to heavy electrical tasks, including emergency response and overtime as needed. The position offers growth within a university environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3 years continuous experience as a licensed journeyman electrician with Iowa license or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize electrical trade tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow instructions.
• Ability to operate aerial lift and drive.
• Available for emergency call-in.
• Valid driver's license and insurable by Drake University.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to complex electrical maintenance on university assets.
• Remodeling/renovation electrical work including circuit construction and controls.
• Set priorities and keep manager informed on progress.
• Diagnose and repair electrical malfunctions.
• Assist in emergencies (floods, power disruptions, etc.).
• Provide information for improvements and material estimates.
• Perform duties professionally and as directed by manager.
• May work overtime including holidays and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Interact with faculty, staff and students.

Skills

High level safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Emergency call-in readiness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Iowa Journeyman Electrician license (or ability to acquire)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Aerial lift operation

Job description

Title: Electrician - 998812

Position Number:998812

Unit/Department: Electrical and HVAC

Salary: $28.99/hr

Department Summary:

Come join the Drake Facilities team! We are seeking a competent, trustworthy and reliable person to serve as Electrician. This is a position with continuous on-the-job training and opportunities for growth and development.

Job Summary:

Under the direct or indirect supervision from the Associate Director of Facilities and Chief Electrician, the Electrician will perform installation and skilled maintenance, service and repairs on diverse and complex electric equipment and accessories as required for the cost-effective operation of Drake University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed 3 years continuous experience as a licensed journeyman electrician and either presently holds a State of Iowa Journeyman Electricians license or can acquire such license.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize tools and diagnostic equipment of the electrical trade associated with construction and to perform repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to work from scaffolding, ladders, etc. and work in closed spaces.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints as well as printed and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate aerial boom lift and man lift.
• Available for emergency call-in.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and insurable by Drake University.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional vocational training in specialized electrical and/or electrical maintenance, voice and data preferred.

Job Duties:

• 40% - Performs typical electrical maintenance functions pertinent to a university. This includes replacing receptacles, ballasts, lamps, lighting devices, contactors, relays, protective devices, and equipment. - (Essential)
• 20% - Performs electrical work relative to remodeling and renovation. This includes, but is not limited to, circuit construction and relocations, meter settings and protective devices, controls and energy saving lighting modifications as well as class 2 circuits and voice/data installations. - (Essential)
• 5% - Must be able to set priorities as well as keep the manager informed as to the status of work in progress. - (Essential)
• 5% - Diagnoses and repairs electrical malfunctions in equipment and controls. - (Essential)
• 5% - Assists manager in emergency situations, such as flooding, breakdown affecting operations, disruption of utilities, fire, etc. - (Essential)
• 5% - Provides information to the manager regarding areas whichneed improvement and may assist in preparation of estimates and the ordering of materials for electrical repairs and/or construction. - (Essential)
• 5% - Performs assigned duties in a competent, courteous, and professional manner and as directed by the manager. - (Essential)
• 5% - Can work overtime as necessary for various requirements and events, which may include holidays and weekends. - (Essential)
• 5% - Performs other duties as assigned which may not necessarily be electrically related. - (Essential)
• 5% - Interacts with department personnel, Drake faculty, staff, and students. - (Essential)

Salary and Benefits:

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our Drake Benefits Guide 2026. One of our popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in not one, but two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. Tuition Benefits