Electrician, Senior*

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks an Electric Shop Supervisor/Electrician in Durham, NC to lead maintenance and repair of campus electrical systems and to ensure compliance with safety standards. You will oversee installation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance across complex circuits, controls, and distribution equipment, guiding a skilled team.

Applicants should have six years of related experience, NEC and LOTO training, and a strong grasp of electrical codes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Coursework or technical training in electrical systems, electrical theory, schematics, and applicable electrical codes.
• Six (6) years of experience in electrical construction, maintenance, or related electrical trades work, which may include time completed through an approved apprenticeship program.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience will be considered.
• National Electrical Code (NEC) training.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits, equipment, appliances, control systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Lay out, assemble, and install electrical wiring systems in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and NEC requirements.
• Size and install conduits, conductors, switches, outlets, junction boxes, disconnects, lighting systems, panels, and transformers.
• Install and maintain motors, motor control circuits, switchgear, and electrical equipment in hazardous locations.
• Identify root causes of electrical system failures and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Electrical coursework/training

Tools

NEC training

LOTO training

Job description

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Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As an Electrical Shop Supervisor/Electrician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Duke's electrical infrastructure. You'll work alongside skilled trades professionals in a collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, safety, and continuous learning.

Your work will directly support the University's world-class teaching, research, healthcare, and operational missions by ensuring that electrical systems and equipment remain dependable and compliant.

Be Bold.

As a senior electrical professional, you'll leverage your technical expertise to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve complex electrical systems throughout Duke facilities while providing guidance and support to team members.

What You'll Do:

Electrical Installation & Maintenance

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits, equipment, appliances, control systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Lay out, assemble, and install electrical wiring systems in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Size and install conduits, conductors, switches, outlets, junction boxes, disconnects, lighting systems, electrical panels, and transformers.
• Install and maintain motors, motor control circuits, across-the-line starters, switchgear, battery charging systems, and electrical equipment in hazardous locations.
• Install and maintain grounding systems and intrusion alarm systems in campus facilities.
• Diagnose and repair electrical distribution systems, motors, motor controls, chargers, power conditioners, switchgear components, and facility electrical equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting on battery banks, relays, control switches, surge protection devices, instrument meters, and related electrical components.
• Repair or replace electrical appliances and equipment supporting academic, research, and operational facilities.
• Identify root causes of electrical system failures and implement effective corrective actions.

Preventive Maintenance & Compliance

• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on switchgear, relays, control systems, power conditioning equipment, and grounding systems.
• Service and maintain lead-acid, nickel-cadmium (NiCad), and lead-calcium battery systems.
• Calculate electrical power requirements, conductor sizing, protective device requirements, and system protection needs.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and University requirements.
• Assign, coordinate, and review work performed by electrical staff and lower-level employees.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training for new and developing team members.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with facilities personnel, contractors, and campus stakeholders to support operational excellence and project success.

Safety First

• Adhere to all Duke safety policies and procedures including:
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Hazard Communication Programs
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Electrical Safety Standards
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Stop Requirements
  • Safe Material Handling and Lifting Practices
  • Chemical and Flammable Material Safety

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Coursework or technical training in electrical systems, electrical theory, schematics, and applicable electrical codes.

Experience

• Six (6) years of experience in electrical construction, maintenance, or related electrical trades work, which may include time completed through an approved apprenticeship program.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience will be considered.

Required Training & Certifications

• National Electrical Code (NEC) training.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced troubleshooting experience with switchgear and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience supporting institutional, healthcare, higher education, research, or commercial facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or crew coordination experience.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Ability to work safely around energized electrical systems.
• Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple assignments.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and customer service.

Choose Duke.

At Duke, you'll join a community driven by excellence, innovation, and service. We offer opportunities to grow your career while helping maintain the critical infrastructure that supports one of the world's leading universities and health systems.

Our employees enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Meaningful work that impacts the Duke community every day
• Opportunities for advancement across a world-renowned institution

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo.