"Electrician II (Journeyman)-Facilities Operations & Maintenance"

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $51,500 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/01/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

UTSA Facilities is part of the Real Estate and Property Management (RPM) team and responsible for operating and maintaining all campus buildings, grounds, and utilities. Our mission of improving the physical environment at UTSA inspires us to provide the best learning and working environment to our campus community. These efforts are accomplished through our dynamic team that maintains 139 buildings, located on four campuses, totaling 758 acres. We are always looking for great people to join our team.

To learn more about Facilities and why it's a great place to work, visit our website.

Job Summary

The Electrician II provides journeyman level skills and expertise in the installation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, remodeling, repair, servicing, and operation of the University's electrical systems from 120 volts up to 480 volts. The position assembles, installs, and repairs circuitry, switchgear, distribution systems, and all related components, while planning layout and installs wiring for electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. The role works directly in and with other trades in at team environment, and performs other duties as requires and assigned.

Core Responsibilities

1. Provides prompt skilled Journeyman level craftsmanship and performance in the installation, maintenance, evaluation, and repair of electrical and related systems.
2. Runs conduit, pulling wire, and installing; installing and repairing electrical circuits, security devices, fire alarms, telephones, audio/video systems, communication trunks, and computer networking systems; and performs electrical work related to air conditioning and refrigeration.
3. Performs service calls and work orders submitted by students, faculty, staff, and departments within the university to include maintaining records, and performs preventive maintenance work up to and including 480 volts.
4. Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope; troubleshoots and diagnoses electric systems to detect and repair functions.
5. Observes functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
6. Assists and consults with outside contractors on electrical specifications and guidance concerning the remodeling, repair, and building of new structures.
7. Requires “On Call” basis and responds to emergency calls, shift work, over time, and odd hours to support the University mission.
8. Promotes a safety environment by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations, spills, and accidents; following University safety plans/procedures/protocols; and participating in appropriate safety training.
9. Works on ladders, scaffolding, and rooftops of buildings.
10. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
11. Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.
12. Performs preventive or corrective maintenance tasks and detailed inspection of electrical systems.
13. Keeps current of changes in operational procedures, new equipment, and other related equipment; works in conjunction with other trades, staff personnel in support of daily job tasks; and informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate actions.
14. Troubleshoots electrical system problems following detailed operational and maintenance procedures; performs installation and maintenance of existing electrical systems, new construction, and special events.
15. Maintains knowledge of the current National Electrical Code and its application.
16. Surveys buildings and performs maintenance on equipment in a multi-trade team working environment, assisting outside the electrical trade as needed.
17. Attends safety training, staff meetings and maintenance training courses.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Current State of Texas Journeyman Electrician's License.
• Skilled Journeyman-level commercial/industrial experience.
• Operation of lift equipment.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two or more years of Journeyman level work experience.
• CDL driver's license on request.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Commercial/Industrial Electrical Diagnostic and Measuring Devices
• Electrical System Troubleshooting
• Design and Planning
• Building Automation and Control Systems
• Project Estimating
• Electrical Code Compliance

Working Conditions

Variable environments including indoor and outdoor locations. Exposure to variable Texas weather condition and/or physical hazards. Exposed to various mechanical, electrical, laboratories, and other university spaces. Exposure to potential occupational hazards including toxic, biological, and chemical hazards within certain laboratory spaces. Exposure to variety of construction and physical plant hazards including medium voltages (15KV), confined space, elevated heights, dust & dampness, high noise levels, outside weather and energized equipment & systems. Exposure to elevated level of noise. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment when needed, to include: composite toe and/or steel toe boots, eye protection, hardhat, body harness, biological protective gear, ear muffs or plugs, respirator, and arc flash protection .Must wear and properly maintain uniforms. Required to be on stand-by call status, cell phone or two-way radio as assigned and respond to afterhours emergency calls. Required to be on stand-by call status for overtime, evenings, after hours, odd hours, shift work, weekends, and/or holidays as needed. Flexibility in scheduling may be required.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Ability to climb ladders and stairways and work on building rooftops of high elevation. Ability to work in confined spaces such as ceiling, under floor crawlspaces, and manholes. Reaching overhead, at or below shoulder level. Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, and/or use repetitive motions. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.