Electrician

Please see Special Instructions for more details. At time of appointment, applicant must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate. Upon hire, candidate may be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC. Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship. Posting Information Position Information Posting Number Posting Number CS00637 Position Title Division Division Administration and Finance Division Department Name Department Name Maintenance and Repairs Position Type Position Type Staff – Classified General Statement of Duties To install, inspect, maintain, alter and repair electrical lines, equipment and apparatus; and to do related work as required. Supervision Received Receives work assignments from a superior with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgement in the application of the practices and techniques of the trade; work is reviewed usually upon completion for satisfactory performance. Supervision Exercised As required, supervises the work of helpers or others assigned to assist. Position Overview The Electrician is responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, altering, and repairing electrical systems, equipment, and apparatus throughout Rhode Island College facilities. The position performs skilled electrical work involving wiring, cables, power equipment, machinery, lighting, communication and signaling systems, and other electrical and electronic equipment. The Electrician works with considerable independence and judgment in applying established trade practices and techniques, including the ability to read and work from electrical diagrams and blueprints and safely handle high-voltage systems. The position may also perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, minor repairs, and related work on motors, generators, appliances, and specialized equipment, and may supervise helpers or other employees assigned to assist with electrical work. A current Rhode Island journeyman electrician’s license is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed To install, inspect, maintain, alter and repair electric wires and cables (including those carrying high voltages), power appliances, machinery, overhead circuits, underground conduits and pole lines. To install, inspect and repair special medical equipment such as X-ray and physiotherapy equipment. To install, inspect, regulate and repair all types of electrical traffic control signals. At a state institution, to repair and maintain various types of electrical equipment, such as refrigerators, stoves, elevators and dairy and laundry machinery. As assigned, to install, operate, maintain and repair various electrical equipment and apparatus at the Veterans’ Memorial Building or any other state facility involving stage or theatrical presentations including lighting control and lighting contact boards, public address systems and thermostatically controlled heating and ventilating units. To inspect, make minor repairs to, clean and oil motors and generators. To install, inspect and maintain communication, signaling and other electronic systems. To regulate and repair electric master and secondary clocks. To do related work as required. Education Such as may have been gained through the completion of ten school grades. Experience Such as may have been gained through employment as a journeyman electrician. Or Combination of Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Additional Required Qualifications Must possess a journeyman electrician’s license issued by the Rhode Island State Board of Examiners of Electricians and must maintain such licensure as a condition of employment. Knowledges Skills and Capacities A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electrician trade and skill in their application; a working knowledge of safety codes enforced by the State; the ability to read and work from electrical wiring diagrams and blueprints; the ability to handle high voltage wires; the ability to understand and to follow oral and written directions; and related capacities and abilities Preferred Qualifications N/A FLSA FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full Time / Part Time Full-time Work Schedule 40 Weekly Hours Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 3:30PM Academic or Calendar Year Academic or Calendar Year Calendar Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including: Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision Wellness Incentives and Rewards Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday Disability and Insurance Benefits Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC , CCRI & URI Reports To (Title) Associate Director of Facilities & Operations, Maintenance & Repairs Position Status Position Status Permanent - C End of Restricted or Limited Position Civil Service List No Union Code Union Code classified Salary Grade Salary Grade 328CA Minimum Salary for Grade Minimum Salary for Grade $73,210 Maximum Salary for Grade Maximum Salary for Grade $82,203 Added Salary for This Position Added Salary for This Position N/A Collective Bargaining Unit Collective Bargaining Unit Council 94 Local 2878 Posting Information Number of Positions Available Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date Anticipated Start Date 08/15/2026 Application Open Date Application Close Date Special Instructions At time of appointment, applicant must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate. Upon hire, candidate may be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC . Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship. EEO Statement As an Affi… Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Do you possess a journeyman electrician’s license issued by the Rhode Island State Board of Examiners of Electricians? Yes No Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Rhode Island College 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue Providence, RI 02908 View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr