Electrician I

Iowa State University - College of Design; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University - College of Design is seeking an Electrician I to maintain and repair electrical systems across campus facilities in Ames, IA. The role requires a State of Iowa Journeyman license and a valid driver's license, with duties spanning installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment under 600V.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. and willing to work in a 24/7 utility environment, with opportunities for after-hours work and continued

Qualifications

• State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet University’s Fleet Safety Program.
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical systems and equipment (generally less than 600V).
• Draws layouts, reads blueprints, and interprets schematics.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
• Estimates materials and records time and materials on work orders.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and national electrical codes.

Skills

Blueprints & Schematics

Utility electrical systems

Electrical maintenance experience

Education

Iowa Journeyman Electrician license

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.

Job Description:

Department Description – Utility Services Utility Services is a 24-hour, 365-day-a-year operation dedicated to meeting the energy needs of the Iowa State University community. The department operates and maintains four energy production facilities, as well as an extensive network of utility distribution systems that serve the entire Iowa State campus. Through a commitment to operational excellence, safety, and sustainability, Utility Services works to provide reliable, economical, and environmentally responsible utility services that support the university's teaching, research, and outreach mission. Its primary goal is to safely deliver dependable utility services while continuously advancing sustainability and efficiency across campus operations.

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.

Click below to learn more about our team: https://www.fpm.iastate.edu/utilities/energy_production_facilities.asp

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 effective 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.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Appointment Type: Regular
• Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12
• Month Work Period Time Type: Full time
• Pay Grade: 5071a
• Original Posting Date: August 11, 2026
• Posting Close Date: October 7, 2026
• Job Requisition Number: R19721

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.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference.

With a comprehensiveland-grantmission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world.

And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds.

Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

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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.