Electrician — Growth Path, Benefits, and Campus Impact

AgUpdate; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance (no-cost)

Parental leave

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance for employees

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a licensed Electrician to join our facilities team. You will install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems across campus, read blueprints, ensure code compliance, and support building automation and fire life-safety systems.

Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced university environment are essential. This full-time role requires a Nebraska Journeyman Electrical License, 4+ years of experience with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Nebraska journeyman license required.
• Minimum 4+ years' experience with electrical and low voltage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret written and verbal instructions and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance with NFPA 70/72 codes.
• Proficient with testing devices and building automation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Install, alter, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and related controls.
• Interpret schematics/blueprints to complete installation and testing.
• Ensure compliance with building, electrical, fire codes, and university standards.
• Complete work orders and use electronic timekeeping daily.
• Support after-hours on-call rotations and campus emergencies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading blueprints

Electrical theory

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Electrical License (Nebraska)

Associate's degree in Electrical Technology

Nebraska Contractor Electrical License

Tools

Ohmmeters

Volmeters

Ammeter

CMMS

EMCS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a licensed Electrician to join our facilities team. You will install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems across campus, read blueprints, ensure code compliance, and support building automation and fire life-safety systems.

Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced university environment are essential. This full-time role requires a Nebraska Journeyman Electrical License, 4+ years of experience with