Electrician

University of California Riverside
Riverside, California
Full Time

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Electrician

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Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Category: Campus Facilities and Support Services
Salary: $88,051 - $99,138
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Auxiliary Services
Department: Timothy Plumb
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
UC Riverside's Auxiliary Facilities Services is recruiting for an Electrician. The full salary range for the Electrician is $42.17 - $47.48 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

The Electrician performs journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of industrial electrical equipment, electrical systems, computerized lighting systems, and battery chargers. Performs planned and emergency maintenance on electrical and lighting control systems throughout Auxiliary Facilities. Maintains industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,000volts (12KV); performs troubleshooting, as needed, on equipment such as generators, transformers, Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, breakers, batteries, DC systems, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify and resolve electrical equipment problems. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate electrical concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements:
Requirements

Experience Requirements

4 years of journey-level experience as an electrician, and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required

Demonstrated experience in maintenance, repair, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of commercial and residential electrical equipment and electrical systems. Experience working in high voltage environments greater than 600 volts, working in and around electrical equipment and distribution lines such as transformers, switches, circuit breakers, recording instruments and control systems.

Required

Experience and/or certification of training in forklifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations.

Preferred

Prior experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.

Preferred

Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.

Preferred

License Requirements

State of California General Electrician License/Certification.

Required

Valid CA Driver License.

Required

California State Electrical Contractor's License (C-10).

Preferred

Special Conditions
Special

Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date.

Required

Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed.

Required

Minimum Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of safety regulations, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash, NEC, and standard industry practices. Knowledge of the Uniform Building Code, Industrial Safety Standards, code and procedures. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, and technical practices in order to plan, layout, and complete maintenance or repair needed for high voltage equipment and lines.

Skill in operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade. Skilled use and maintaining of electrical tools and test equipment such as oscillators and rotation meters, digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, amp meters, voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders, dressing tools, wire tongs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks, and insulated hoods/covers and tools.

Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards.

Knowledge in safe and proper procedures open hazardous materials are suspected. Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents. Ability to read and understanding documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams.

Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.).

Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems.

Additional Information:
Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
Job Title
ELECTRN Job Code
008138 Grade
Department Head
Timothy Plumb Supervisor
Troy Bohannon

Department Custom Scope
The Electrician performs journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of industrial electrical equipment, electrical systems, computerized lighting systems, and battery chargers. Performs planned and emergency maintenance on electrical and lighting control systems throughout Auxiliary Facilities. Maintains industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,000volts (12KV); performs troubleshooting, as needed, on equipment such as generators, transformers, Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, breakers, batteries, DC systems, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify and resolve electrical equipment problems. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate electrical concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

Electrical Maintenance, 1 of 2: Works in and around commercial and residential electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,000volts ( 12KV), performs maintenance and repair on electrical systems such as generators, transformers, motors, Medium Voltage (MV), Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, DC systems, computerized lighting systems and battery chargers. Maintains, repairs and installs electrical systems such as panels, lights, controls, sensors, electrical systems, conduit, motors, operators, and wiring. Performs troubleshooting on equipment such as generators, transformers, switchgears, breakers, batteries, computerized lighting systems, motors, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify potential or actual electrical equipment problems. Repairs and rewires systems according to building codes and safety regulations. Performs preventive maintenance on line and low voltage systems. Performs installation, programming, updating as well as servicing of Lutron (and other brands) lighting and shading control systems. Performs installation of new or modified electrical wring and devices; troubleshooting, shop fabrications, predictive and preventive maintenance, inspections, test operations, services repairs or replacement. Participates in the design of assemblies, systems, equipment and/or controls, electrical and/or mechanical.

45%

Electrical Maintenance, 2 of 2: Prepares drawings in detail showing measurements and materials with information obtained from blueprints and verbal instructions. Performs work on shop fabrications, predictive and preventive maintenance, inspections, test operations, sustaining services, trouble shooting and repairs and/or replacement of complex control and mechanical power systems. Fabricates, places, and terminates various types of buses, cables, conductors, and wires. Install, connect, test, operate, modify, repair and replace circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lighting, motors, outlets, signaling devices, switches, thermostats, timers and wring devices. Operates, calibrates, adjusts, cleans, services and repairs electrical components and systems.

40%

Shop Support, 1 of 2: Maintains working knowledge of the proper and safe usage of electrical tools and equipment. Keeps track of shop materials/parts. Performs computer input within the work order system for recording of labor and materials used in work performed; maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings as needed. Cleans truck/shop and maintains organization of materials and tools; performs routine maintenance or coordinates for repair or replacement of tools and equipment, as required. Accounts for shop parts/supplies inventory and reports supply needs to be restocked. Consults with supervisor and/or lead for technical information, as needed. Interprets prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of functions and project requirements. Supports maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments. Adheres to the scheduling and completion of work assignments through the work order system. Maintains accurate work order records and completes paperwork in a neat and timely manner. Defines and describes materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences. Obtains materials and equipment, as required. Serves as liaison with clients/customers, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or supervisor. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

10%

Shop Support, 2 of 2: Communicates and reports to a supervisor and/or staff regarding any potential issues, not limited to potential safety hazards (e.g. broken glass, regulated materials, damaged steps, excess water, fire, etc.), or liabilities during the day-to-day operations. Contacts Auxiliary Facilities Services teams, as necessary, when further action is required. Responds to customer complaints and requests for information. Works with customer and campus personnel to accurately define the nature of the problem, determine the appropriate course of action, make recommendations and follow up to ensure resolution has been effective. Participates in safety and other trainings as required. Performs all job duties in adherence to all University and Departmental safety guidelines.

5%

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Originally Posted on: 6/21/2025

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