Journeyman Electrician — Campus Facilities & Fire Alarm

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 114,561,000 - 134,784,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking an Electrician for the OPS Facilities Electric Shop to maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and install electrical systems across campus buildings in compliance with university standards.

You will interpret blueprints, coordinate tasks, and mentor apprentices while ensuring safety and accuracy in all work. This is a full-time, hourly position requiring a valid driver’s license and NICET Level I certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of job-related AA degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and replace electrical systems and equipment across campus.
• Plan jobs with task analysis, materials, and tool lists; reference blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Instruct apprentices and introduce new employees to shop protocols and campus equipment.
• Requisition materials and maintain a safe, clean work area.
• Use computers to enter and access job-related information and adhere to safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical codes

Troubleshooting

Blueprints

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree preferred

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking an Electrician for the OPS Facilities Electric Shop to maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and install electrical systems across campus buildings in compliance with university standards.

You will interpret blueprints, coordinate tasks, and mentor apprentices while ensuring safety and accuracy in all work. This is a full-time, hourly position requiring a valid driver’s license and NICET Level I certification.