Electrician Job at University of South Carolina in Union

Job Posting Summary

Posting Number: TMP02850PO24
Job Code Title: Electrician
Advertised Title: Electrician
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department: SAAS Housing Facility Management
Salary: $23.75 per hour
Location of Vacancy: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

About USC

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. Our Palmetto College campuses enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary: Electrician

• Do you enjoy not sitting behind a desk?
• Do you enjoy helping USC Students?
• Do you enjoy troubleshooting challenges by finding solutions, especially unique challenges?

This is the job for you.

Responsible for the installation, programming, troubleshooting, repair and maintaining all electrical, electronic and mechanical components for electrical distribution equipment, breakers, panels, motors; HVAC controls and access and locking systems, security cameras, recorders and network devices. Provides technical coordination and client liaison in the implementation of major and minor repairs/projects for electrical distribution, security and security surveillance system upgrades. Provides technical guidance, oversight and leadership to lower level technical staff and contractors. This position will be required to perform on-call rotation and provide technical callback assistance. This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Installs, programs, repairs and makes modifications to security video surveillance systems.
2. Installs, troubleshoots, programs, repairs and makes modifications on a variety of electrical equipment, HVAC controls and equipment, access control boards and third party security devices.
3. Provides scope of work, estimates project costs and schedule with direct consultation of Department representatives.

This position is designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Potential for Full Time Employee (FTE) position based on job performance.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency and directly related trade experience. Valid Driver’s License required.

Job Duties Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Desired Start Date: 01/02/2025
Proposed End Date: 12/01/2025
Job Open Date: 11/08/2024
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Fill out application with all experience.

EEO Statement

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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL: No
Hazardous weather category: Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma/or equivalent (GED)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information