Electrician I

University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
Full Time

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Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00592PO25 Job Family Skilled Trades Job Function Electrical Maintenance USC Market Title Electrician Link to USC Market Title Job Level T2 - Technical Support Business Title (Internal Title) Electrician I Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Facilities Maintenance State Pay Band 5 Approved Starting Salary $45,133 Advertised Salary Range $45,133-$56,416 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00a.m-4:30p.m.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Trades/Maintenance

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at . Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Under limited supervision, performs skilled electrical duties required to maintain and repair campus-wide electrical systems, installs electrical equipment, and remodels existing electrical services to support campus departments.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications

South Carolina Journeyman Electrical license

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of electricity, circuits and wiring.
Ability to install and maintain electrical systems in campus buildings
.Ability to use electrical tools/meters to check and troubleshoot electrical equipment
Understanding of protective clothing, equipment and general safety procedures.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Maintains and follows a safe, productive, cost effective, and comprehensive planned and corrective maintenance program for constant reliable operations relating to all campus-wide electrical systems, including but not limited to building, lighting, power circuit, and emergency systems by receiving work orders; communicating with the supervisor and the Call Center; planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and problem solving assigned facility electrical issues; and ensuring that all facility electrical systems are in safe working order and compliant with national and local codes and regulations while exhibiting professionalism in conduct, appearance, and work practices.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 45 Job Duty

Installs conduit, electrical raceways, electrical emergency systems such as fire alarms, smoke detectors, emergency lighting, and new electrical services; remodels/renovates building electrical systems to accommodate increased load requirements; provides power to HVAC, laboratory, and specialty equipment; and pulls wire and cable for electrical requirements while ensuring that work is in code compliance.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Takes personal initiative to identify and correct any problems and to develop strong customer service practices including customer communication and involvement, notifications, and process reviews to ensure that electrical systems and customer needs are met whenever possible and only referring higher level, problematic situations to the supervisor or assistant director.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Performs administrative tasks such as maintaining and completing accurate daily timesheets and records on all scheduled and emergency repairs performed on all electrical related systems, assisting with the Facility Services inventory control by requesting, receiving and monitoring maintenance supplies, materials, and tools from Consolidated Supplies and outside vendors following established procurement policies and procedures, and attending meetings and training events related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Performs other related maintenance duties as assigned that may arise during daily activities.

Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes Hazardous weather category Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 07/21/2025 Job Close Date 09/04/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 4, 2025.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

- Do you have at least a job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
Yes
No
- Do you have a valid Drivers License?
Yes
No

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