Electrician I

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health and dental benefits

Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Iowa State University is seeking an Electrician I to support our facilities and utility systems. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment generally under 600V, reading blueprints and schematics, and ensuring compliance with electrical codes.

Ideal candidates hold a State of Iowa Journeyman license (Class A or B), have a valid driver's license, and can perform preventive maintenance with a focus on safety and reliability in a university environment.

Qualifications

• Requires State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet University's Fleet Safety Program.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical systems and equipment (generally less than 600V).
• Repairs motors, transformers, lights, meters and control systems.
• Reads blueprints and schematics; estimates materials and tracks time per work order.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
• Interprets local, state and national electrical codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work in all weather

Education

State of Iowa Journeyman Electrician license (Class A or B)

Tools

Blueprint reading

Electrical schematics

Electrical maintenance in utility plant

Electrical codes knowledge

Job description

Position Title

Electrician I

Job Group

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Requires State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet University's Fleet Safety Program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics
• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing Utility electrical systems.
• Experience working electrical maintenance in utility plant or process plant environment.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical systems and electrical operated equipment (generally less than 600V), including but not limited to circuit breakers, relays, switches, wiring, conduit, receptacles, and magnetic starters and controls.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical equipment, including but not limited to electric motors, transformers, generators, lights, fixtures, bulbs, tubes, motor control systems and meters.
• Draws layouts, reads and interprets blueprints, schematics and other drawings.
• As required, estimates materials needed and records time and materials expended on each work order.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
• Requires the knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state and national electrical codes.
• Requires the ability to interpret instructions, design specifications and blueprints.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques used in the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment of the electrical trade and skill in their safe use.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of safety precautions mandated by OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and the EPA.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state and national electrical codes.
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications and blueprints.Ability to plan and perform work involving the installation, modification, troubleshooting and repair of new and existing electrical systems, and related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions or in areas where there is exposure to excessive noise, dirt and fumes and at elevated heights from ladders, scaffolds, or hydraulic lifts.
• Ability to work independently during normal work hours and after hours.

Appointment Type

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

5071a

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail] .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.