Electrician II

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University's Maintenance and Operations Department is seeking an Electrician II to enhance the Building Maintenance team at the Atlanta Campus. The role involves skilled manual work, including the installation and maintenance of electrical systems and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate has a technical degree with a minimum of three years of experience in the electrical field, with opportunities for professional development and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous benefits including health, dental, vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of related experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is essential.

Responsibilities

• Installs conduits, wires, and necessary electrical system components.
• Monitors and repairs lighting, power, heating, and communication systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical equipment for preventative maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical trade's practices

Effective oral and written communication skills

Effective time management skills

Education

Technical or vocational degree

Job description

Description

Electrician II

Facilities Management Services

Building Maintenance - Zone 05

Location: Atlanta Campus**Location subject to change**

Schedule: Monday - Friday,7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.**Shift subject to change**

These are exciting times in theMaintenance and Operations Department.We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.TheMaintenance and Operations Departmentseeks(1)Electrician IIto join the already awesome team, taking the Building Maintenance Department to the next level of excellence!WHAT MAKESThe Maintenance and Operations DepartmentA GREAT PLACE?

A flexible work environmentGenerous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partnersProfessional development opportunity and mentorshipA rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DOThe ideal candidate will perform skilled manual work, such as the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. In addition to supporting the departments,Electrician IIwillalso:

• Installs conduits, wires, pull boxes, switchboards, etc., necessary to make additions, extensions, or alterations to electrical systems.
• Assists and instructs other electricians on projects.
• Serves as lead person at times.
• Monitors electrical equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
• Services and repairs lighting, power, heating, cooling, and communication systems.
• Monitors the functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and needed adjustments.
• Repairs, installs, and tests safety devices, such as fire alarms, ground fault interrupters, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Repairs and replaces parts in motors, generators, pumps, storage batteries, switchboards, etc.
• Drill holes for wiring; splice wires by stripping insulation, soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Replaces fuses, light bulbs, and switches.
• Troubleshoots electrical equipment for preventative repairs and maintenance.
• Gathers tools and supplies to be used at the work site; cleans work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

Technical or vocational degree and three years of related experience; or combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the electrical trade's practices, procedures, and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of local electrical codes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
• Ability to access confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds

College/Business Unit
Open until filled

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 05/28/25, 3:30:15 PM