ELECTRICIAN

Opening Date: August 20, 2026 Closing Date: September 7, 2026 Title: ELECTRICIAN Employee Classification: ELECTRICIAN Employee Type: Staff- Classified Department: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE-ELECTRICIAN Campus Location: PHYSICAL PLANT/MAINTENANCE/CLA Job Summary/Basic Functions This is skilled trades work installing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION Knowledge of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems. Skill in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems. Ability to install, maintain and repair electrical systems. Ability to use a multimeter to test wires for proper voltage and continuity, a ground fault detector to locate wire failures and a megameter. Ability to use hand tools and power tools and equipment properly. Ability to read and clearly understand blueprints. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to carry, erect, climb, and maneuver on ladders and/or scaffolds; work in tight and awkward spaces; ark off of roofs, cat walks and other elevated areas. Ability to carry or otherwise move loads of 50 pounds or more (pipe, wire, tool boxes, etc.). Ability to understand and apply University rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and within extreme temperature ranges. Visual ability, corrected, to observe people and/or vehicles moving through the work area in order to redirect work or equipment to avoid injuries to the people or damage to the vehicles. Ability to communicate information effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Other Information About the Position LSU Health New Orleans Division of Facility Services is seeking highly skilled applicants for the position of Electrician. The person applying for this position should possess two years of experience in the Electrical trades (such as Electrician’s helper). Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: installs, maintains, alters, and repairs electrical wiring (underground and above ground), conduit ( underground, exterior, and interior), external light fixtures and poles (parking lot, sidewalk, and building), interior Light fixtures, power appliances, light machinery, electrical controls (switches, breakers, fuses, and panel boxes), transformers, motor starters, related switchgear and controls, outlets and all other related electrical circuits and equipment which also includes in-house renovations investigates and resets elevator controls when possible performs electrical-related demolition and construction work on minor projects as assigned throughout the entire campus possesses the ability to properly and safely operate the following equipment: manlift, pipe threading machine, drill press, and other equipment used in daily tasks supervises lesser skilled workers in the absence of Electrician Master campus maintenance emergencies, work orders and assists other trades as needed Compensation: Starting rate of pay $19.67 per hour. There is also an additional $1 Longevity pay for hours worked only. Rate may be increased depending on applicants’ qualifications. Location: LSU Health Science Center 433 Bolivar St. New Orleans LA 70112 Hours of Operation: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Appointment Type: Probational Pre-employment Drug testing, Physical, and Criminal Background check are required. Minimum Qualifications Required Education: None Number of years required to perform the job: 2 Type of experience required to perform the job: experience in the electrical trade (such as electrician's helper). Special Instructions Summary No Civil Service Test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Additional Information About This Position For further information about this vacancy contact: Timethia Brown HR Specialist LSU Health Sciences Center HR Management Department View phone number on click.appcast.io Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Retirement plans Generous annual and sick leave 14 paid holidays per year Employee health primary care clinic Full-service credit union Wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses Employee assistance program Campus assistance program Pet insurance option More Information on Benefits LSUHSC, New Orleans – Benefits More Information on Additional Benefits Additional Benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr