Electrician

Join our collaborative team as an Electrician, where you will provide journey-level expertise in the construction, maintenance, and repair of building electrical systems and campus infrastructure. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and replacing electrical components such as lighting fixtures, branch circuits, protection devices, and exterior lighting systems, as well as installing and maintaining a wide range of commercial and specialized electronic equipment.

This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects requiring technical skill, problem-solving, and custom solutions to support a safe and reliable campus environment.

Department

University Housing

Classification

Electrician

Appointment Type and Duration

Regular, Ongoing

Salary

$31.63-$48.42 per hour

FTE

1.0

Review of Applications Begins

August 24, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please ensure your electrician license number and type are indicated on your application.

Please include all relevant work history on your application, including dates of employment. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position and for salary placement.

Department Summary

University Housing, a department within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is committed to support student success by cultivating inclusive communities. Our goal is to provide a robust living experience through accessible and affordable state-of-the-art housing, dining, social and academic programs for the entire student body to develop community leaders, innovators and change-makers who will enrich the future.

We value equity and inclusion, responsibility and integrity, innovation and learning, and safety and security. University Housing staff work hard to incorporate these values into daily work and practices to ensure an excellent UO experience.

University Housing units which include Business Services Operations, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Promotions & Student Recruitment, and Residence Life. University Housing is a $110-million dollar educational and business department that is a self-sustaining, self-liquidating agency of the University (receives no tuition or tax support for its operating budget).

Living on campus adds tremendous value for students and the University. Students who live on campus their first year have higher grades, are retained at the University of Oregon at higher rates, graduate at higher rates and graduate more quickly.

Position Summary

This position provides journey-level expertise in electrical construction and maintenance within a collaborative team environment. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance and repair of existing building electrical systems, including the replacement of components such as lighting fixtures, branch circuits, and overcurrent and short-circuit protection devices.

Duties also include the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of electronic equipment, encompassing both commercial and specialized systems that may require custom design and unique maintenance procedures. Additionally, the role involves maintaining, repairing, and replacing components of campus exterior lighting systems and associated control devices, including both pole-mounted and building-mounted fixtures.

Minimum Requirements

Possession of one of the following Oregon Electrician Licenses appropriate to the work to be performed:

• General Supervising Electrician License
• General Journeyman Electrician License
• Limited Journey Manufacturing Plant License
• Limited Supervising Manufacturing Plant License

Professional Competencies

• Ability to perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university.
• Skilled in taking initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
• Skill in creating and sustaining a respectful, inclusive workplace while proactively addressing challenges with a positive outlook.
• Ability to uphold and promote ethical standards as a role model for others.
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience as a Journey-Level Electrician
• Maintenance experience in a higher education facility or large commercial/residential complex.
• Experience with general maintenance and repair of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge/experience with maintenance and repair of steam heating and hot water boiler, and kitchen appliance systems.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website .

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

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