Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.This position is eligible for the following benefitsmedical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20167059S
Job DescriptionUnder general direction of a lead worker or supervision by departmental administrator performs highly skilled electrical work. Installs, maintains & repairs electrical equipment & systems (e.g., electrical systems, wiring, motors). Provides work direction, training and mentoring of lower-level electricians and/or other trades workers performing craft duties. Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
Provide work direction, training, and mentoring of lower level electricians and other workers engaged in electrical installation, repair, and maintenance.
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical equipment (e.g., electrical systems including work with high voltage systems & work with electric control circuits, wiring, motors, appliances, lighting, fans, transformers, heating and cooling equipment, elevators and switches); troubleshoots electrical control circuits and high voltage systems.
Performs other miscellaneous duties (i.e., makes sketches, reads blueprints, makes cost estimates, determines materials and time needed, completed reports)
Performs inventory control, work scheduling and work order control. Completes necessary documentation. Uses computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications- Journey-level working knowledge of electrical methods and applications, National Electric Code, and safety practices regarding electricity; skill in installing, maintaining & repairing electrical equipment, reading blueprints
- Ability to understand system mechanical procedures
- Read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages
- Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems
- Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, schematic and pictorial form
- Work independently or with others
- Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
- Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand &/or power tools & equipment
- Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures
- Work at heights
- Lift up to 50 lbs
- 48 months skilled experience in electrical work, or equivalent
- Written and practical test may be required.
- Valid Drivers License
- May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards-electrical shocks & high voltage; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; work at extended heights from ladders or bucket trucks; confined spaces
- May work outside exposed to weather
- An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of employee mentoring, training and development, inventory control*
*developed after employment
DepartmentElectric Shop
Pay Rate: AFSCME|08|$24.62 - $27.72 hourly rate
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Job Open Date09/29/2026
Posting Close DateOctober 13, 2026
Job Category: Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment
Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work SchedulePN100611Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Days off: Saturday & Sunday
Campus: Athens, Ohio
Expected hours worked per week40 hours per week
Expected duration of assignmentIndefinite
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.Jack Fulton,
fultonj@ohio.eduNon-Discrimination StatementOhio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Pay GradeAFSCME|08|
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