University of California - Santa Cruz is hiring: Electrician in Santa Cruz

Job Details

Job ID: 81491

Location: Santa Cruz

Full/Part Time: Full Time

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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IRD for this job: 10-20-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It is known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Physical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital and space planning, space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions. The campus comprises over 2,000 acres and more than 500 buildings totaling more than 8 million square feet. The department has operating budgets over $60 million, manages a project portfolio of approximately $990 million, and employs over 400 full-time staff.

More information can be found at: https://ppdo.ucsc.edu/physical-plant/building-utilities-and-fleet-services/

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision and direction of the Electrical Shop Supervisor, the Electrician performs maintenance, repair, and construction of campus electrical distribution systems, interior and exterior lighting circuitry, electro-mechanical equipment, and appliances.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $52.90/hour. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

SCHEDULE INFORMATION

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: K7 Union

Job Code Classification: 008138 (ELECTRN)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

45% - Journeyman-Level Electrical Work

• Performs journeyman-level electrician duties on all campus buildings.
• Performs repair, and electrical construction duties, including installing electrical distribution of buildings, street and path lighting, and all associated circuits, equipment, wiring devices, with voltages up to and including 12KV, utilizing diagnostic instruments.
• Installs breakers, lugs, new conductors, and conduit connectors in, on, or above energized busses, referencing manuals and specifications as necessary.
• Performs circuit load calculations, voltage drop, and conduit fill calculations.
• Performs estimates and project support, including plan review.
• Drives a University vehicle to transport electrical materials and tools between campus work areas.

40% - General Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair of electrical motors, controls, motor control centers, building lighting systems, electrical panels, circuit breakers, and related equipment.
• Performs troubleshooting by diagnosing electrical shorts, open circuits, and related issues using drawings, blueprints, and material lists.

10% - 12KV Preventive Maintenance

• Performs preventive maintenance and assists in repairs of 12KV distribution systems and cogeneration systems.

5% - Safety & Inspection

• Performs safety inspections and routine maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Attends safety and training classes and follows safety protocols.
• Maintains daily timesheets and communicates effectively with campus community.
• Maintains inventory of shop materials, supplies, and tools.
• Responds to campus electrical outage callouts after hours, weekends, and holidays.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• California Dept of Industrial Relations General electrician certification or equivalent (4-5 years of experience).
• Experience with circuit testing equipment, diagnostic instruments, infrared scanners, and electrical appliances.
• Journeyman-level electrician qualified experience.
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot building electrical systems including lighting, power, and control systems.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code & CAL-OSHA Standards.
• Willingness to be trained in various electrical specialties (Elevators, VFDs, generators, PV systems).
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, IEEE, NETA, and ANSI safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, prepare blueprints and material lists, and place orders for materials.
• Ability to bend conduit and install complete conduit systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts into daily work efforts.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Pre-employment background check required.
• Must pass employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Valid California driver’s license and DMV pull notice program participation.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and lift up to 100 pounds with/without accommodation.
• Occasional evenings, weekends, overtime, and on-call work as required.
• Complete UC compliance training as directed.
• Vaccination policy compliance.
• CANRA mandated reporter requirement and related signing.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, the final candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions in the last seven years regarding misconduct, or ongoing proceedings involving misconduct, as defined by UC policies.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, promote safety at work, and promptly report accidents and injuries.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at: https://compliance.ucsc.edu/campus-safety-compliance/annual-reports/. A paper copy is available upon request.

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. UC supports affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts.