Facilities Maintenance Worker III Electrician (UNION AFSCME)

City-of-Evansto; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Evanston seeks a highly skilled journeyman Electrician for maintenance of City-owned buildings and facilities. Work includes electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and masonry tasks, installation of electrical systems up to 480VAC, generators, lighting, and controls.

The role involves troubleshooting, safety compliance, and collaboration with architects and engineers. Candidates must have five or more years in the electrical trade, a valid driver’s license, Chicago electrical

Job description

• Position Type: Administrative Services/ Facilities Maintenance Worker III Electrician


• Date Posted: 8/21/2026


• Location: Various Locations


• Date Available: TBD


• Closing Date: 09/04/2026

SALARY RANGE: $42.732 - $52.306/HOUR

*Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for range.

NATURE OF WORK

Highly skilled, journeymen level work in the construction, alteration, and repair of a variety of City-owned buildings and facilities. Employees are responsible for applying electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and masonry skills to the construction alteration and trouble-shooting of facility related projects. This versatile maintenance position requires a strong background in building electrical systems, voltages up to 480VAC, back-up generators, lighting (interior and exterior), lighting controls, HVAC temperature controls, category cablingand applicable computer skills. May need to monitor on-call phone and respond to after hours emergencies on a weekly rotating basis. May assist with snow removal operations. Employees may be assigned tasks of similar or higher level classification within and outside their particular trade to gain experience and training in preparation for advancement. Safety equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, reflective vest, gloves, steel-toed shoes, respirator, earplugs, face visor, safety harness, lumbar support, and insulated tools are used.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):

Installs and maintains all electrical and electrical/mechanical systems related to the maintenance and repair of City facilities.

Installs and maintains interior and exterior facility lighting and lighting systems, checks the operation of generators and related systems, maintains UPS systems, diagnoses and repairs electrical malfunctions related to HVAC or other building related equipment and electronic control systems.

Installs new or modifies existing systems, installs new or modifies cable for computers or other telecommunication equipment.

Maintains and repairs lighting/lighting controls and the daily system maintenance related to their operation. Estimates cost of materials and labor for construction, modification, or repairs to buildings and facilities; records corrections to blueprints or plans as changes occur in structures, wiring, and plumbing.

Winterizes and maintains exterior parks and building systems that are not open year round.

Estimates cost of materials and labor for construction, modification, or repairs to buildings and facilities; records corrections to blueprints or plans as changes occur in structures, equipment, wiring, and plumbing.

Drives pickup truck or other City vehicle to job site; unloads hand tools and power equipment from vehicle.

May operate forklift, bucket truck, snow equipment and other public works equipment as assigned.

Performs preventive maintenance tasks on facilities and equipment as required.

Confers with architects, engineers and occupants to determine design requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or higher.

Must possess certification of successful completion in a structured electrical apprenticeship program.

Must possess a Chicago electrical contractor license or equivalent municipal license.

Must possess five (5) or more years of experience in the electrical trade area, preferably involving construction and repair activities with an emphasis on interior and exterior lighting.

Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

Well-rounded electrician with solid understanding of building systems as a whole.

Thorough knowledge of hand and power tools and tools used in the building trades.

Knowledge and possession of the skills necessary to competently perform electrical construction and maintenance work in a variety of scenarios and locations. Knowledge of other trades is a plus.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions used in building repair and maintenance.

Knowledge of building and related codes as they relate to the construction, alteration, modification, repair, and maintenance of buildings and related equipment.

Background in electrical and the ability to assist with carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, and masonry.

Ability to work independently without technical supervision and with other skilled tradesmen.

Ability to work with others as part of a team project.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other city employees, contractors, and the public.

Skill in reading and understanding blueprints, schematics, specifications, operations and maintenance manuals, drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Skill in identifying equipment malfunctions, operating test equipment, and determining the proper course of action.

Skill in applying knowledge of electrical systems and applying building and related codes.

Strong computer skills to use email, work order system and other programs in the shop or from the field.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, climb, stand or sit for long periods of time; bend, crawl, work in confined spaces, focus on small or distant objects, identify or distinguish colors, recognize depth of objects, talk, and hear.

Ability to work safely around operating equipment, fumes, loud noises, dust and dirt, and chemicals normally encountered by the position.

Ability to work outdoors, occasionally, in a variety of weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperature and humidity.

SUPERVISION

Work is performed with technical independence under the direction of a supervisor, and involves skill in reading plans, specifications and diagrams, interpreting building codes, and trouble- shooting problems through to resolution. Work may also involve providing skills enhancement training to employees assisting with the work. Assignments are general in nature and can be in the form of verbal or written instructions. As to the desired results, the employee decides the proper methods required to complete the work and is responsible for completing the work in accordance with the City and Departmental work rules and safety regulations applicable codes and ordinances. Work is checked at the completion of a project through observation, meetings and feedback from the supervisor and from other department employees. Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Unified Work Rules, Union Contract, Personnel Rules and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least annually for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance in accordance with the classification standard. Additionally, work is evaluated for the quality of workmanship, timely completion of projects, and cost-effective resolution the problems encountered.

PUBLIC CONTACT

The employee has regular contact with other City employees to clarify maintenance needs and verify completion of work requests. Employee has regular contact with the general public in public facilities. The employee may also have contact with part supplier's vendors to order materials and outside contractors.

SELECTION METHOD

TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST

LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST

Qualifications Assessment

Category Group

Two years

Structured Oral Interview

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Facilities Management Office at 847-866-2916 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).