Electrician

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for an Electrician in the Facility Operations department. The primary function of this position is to operate, maintain, and install lighting and electrical equipment across the campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

Installs, manages, and maintains electrical and electronic equipment in campus buildings, facilities, and property including generators, lights, transformers, motors, appliances, wiring, circuits and other electrical devices and components to ensure that all equipment stays in line with electrical codes, regulations and standards.

Operates hydraulic conduit bending equipment and electrically powered wire pulling equipment, maintains tools and equipment, inspects transformer fuses and visual inspects high voltage lines. 30%: Maintains and repairs electronic and electrical equipment, motors, controls, switches, automatic clock systems, intercom systems, fans, light ballasts, wiring in refrigeration and air-conditioning units, photocells, indoor and outdoor lighting, exit lighting, fire alarms, etc.

; troubleshoots and makes emergency repairs on equipment; replaces light bulbs and tubes; repairs and maintains controls on heating and air-conditioning systems to include boilers, overhead heaters, furnaces, steam control valves, and Dravo units; troubleshoots problems; installs and hooks up control wiring; assists in selection of replacement equipment.

20%: Provides support for campus events and activities such as Steak Fry, Homecoming Events, athletic contests and concerts. Plans, installs and maintains specialty equipment such as printing presses, welding equipment , lathes . woodworking machinery, dust collection systems and machinery in the School of Technology.

5%: Maintains shop equipment, tools and material; requisitions materials from storeroom; cleans shop area; drives vehicle to and from job sites. 5% : Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education and Experience

• Required Education and Experience at Hire
• High school diploma or equivalent Three years of electrical experience Valid Drivers's License is required. Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check. Job Type: University Support Staff Appointment Duration: 12 months Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday thru Friday Salary Range: grade 7, $18.87 hour Application Documents Required*: Resume Open Until Filled with a first review date of November 5, 2026 Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position Search Committee Chair: Johnna Hodge, [email protected] PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process. Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.