Utility Plant Electrician

CU Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

CU Boulder is hiring a Utility Plant Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment across campus energy systems. The role emphasizes safety, code compliance, and minimal downtime while supporting metering, I&C, and medium voltage tasks.

Ideal candidates will know power distribution, motors, VSDs/VFDs, electrical diagrams, and NEC familiarity. Equal opportunity employer, with relocation assistance available and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 2 years of electrical maintenance in a plant/industrial environment.
• 5 years of general electrical experience or an equivalent mix of education/experience.
• Ability to run RMC and EMT raceways with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install electrical equipment and devices within district energy plants, including VFDs, motor starters, UPS, and metering devices.
• Coordinate outages, supervise contractors, and ensure safety procedures and codes are followed.
• Maintain documentation of plant repairs and PMs and schedule work tasks.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Schematics interpretation

VFDs and drives

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Power distribution knowledge

Reading blueprints

Education

Journeyman Electrical License (CO or reciprocal)

Tools

RMC conduit

EMT conduit

Job description

Job Details

Requisition Number: 73957

Location: Boulder, Colorado

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

Employment Type: University Staff

Schedule: Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 25-Aug-2026

Date Posted: 04-Aug-2026

Job Summary

Utility and Energy Services at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Utility Plant Electrician! The primary focus is the installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment, controls, metering, and related systems. Work is performed with a strong emphasis on safety, code compliance, and minimizing downtime. The position also supports the campus wide utility metering system, I&C, and Medium Voltage tasks.

Candidates should have general knowledge of power distribution equipment, motors, Variable Speed/Frequency Drives (VSD, VFD), electrical metering, totalizers, and pneumatic devices, and a working knowledge of electrical diagrams and circuits, and familiarity with NEC.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Utility and Energy Services is responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and repair of the campus' energy generation and distribution infrastructure for steam (heating), chilled water (cooling), and electricity. We provide the campus community with reliable utility services in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner and offer measurement, line locating, performance engineering, regulatory, and data management services.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install electrical equipment and devices within district energy plants. This includes VFD's, Motor starters, UPS systems, Electrical distribution systems and a variety of industrial control and metering devices. Complete small projects including the installation of RMC and EMT conduit within plants and campus buildings. Troubleshoot and diagnose issues specific to plant automation controls used in a utility plant environment. Perform regular maintenance and inspections to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. Inspect contractor installed equipment and ensure work follows national and local electrical codes, safety regulations, and company/campus standards.
• Work with other groups and departments on campus to generate LOTO's and safety procedures, troubleshoot electrical metering, coordinate outages, respond to customer demands and supervise contractors. Collaborate with plant operations and maintenance teams to identify electrical needs and provide recommendations for improving plant performance and safety. Communicate with supervision and coworkers on system needs and assignments, keeping management informed.
• Maintain documentation of plant repairs and PM's. Schedule and coordinate work tasks, ordering parts and material, analyzing trends and data, reviewing drawings and schematics.

What You Should Know

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This role is designated as essential services and must be on the after hour response list in order to respond to campus emergencies.
• This position is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.

What We Can Offer

• The salary for this role is $85,000 - $92,000 annually
• Relocation assistance is available per department guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

• 2 years of experience of electrical maintenance in a plant/industrial environment.
• 5 years of general electrical experience or a combination of relevant education or relevant experience equal to 5 years.
• Ability to run RMC and EMT raceways with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work on and around voltages ranging from 24V-15KV.
• Must be willing to respond to plant and campus emergencies/outages.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

What You Will Need

• Ability to work successfully independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints related to power distribution systems, plant control systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory.
• Proficient in using basic hand and power tools.
• Communicate effectively and build relationships.
• Proven problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Valid Journeyman Electrical License (CO or reciprocal state).
• Understanding of process controls.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Knowledge and experience with high pressure gas and liquids, processing equipment, medium voltage equipment, pumps, gas turbine engines and compressors.
• Knowledge or prior experience with boilers, chillers and associated equipment.
• Experience with AC and/or DC controls.
• Experience with instrumentation devices.
• Experience with diagnostic electrical test equipment.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated "essential services." The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man‑made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.