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Electrician IElectrician IJob Group:MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:• Requires State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license. • Must possess a valid driver's license and meet University's Fleet Safety Program.Job Description:Department Description – Utility ServicesUtility Services is a 24-hour, 365-day-a-year operation dedicated to meeting the energy needs of the Iowa State University community. The department operates and maintains four energy production facilities, as well as an extensive network of utility distribution systems that serve the entire Iowa State campus. Through a commitment to operational excellence, safety, and sustainability, Utility Services works to provide reliable, economical, and environmentally responsible utility services that support the university's teaching, research, and outreach mission. Its primary goal is to safely deliver dependable utility services while continuously advancing sustainability and efficiency across campus operations.Preferred QualificationsExperience reading blueprints and electrical schematicsExperience installing, maintaining, and repairing Utility electrical systems.Experience working electrical maintenance in utility plant or process plant environment.Characteristic Duties and ResponsibilitiesInstalls, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical systems and electrical operated equipment (generally less than 600V), including but not limited to circuit breakers, relays, switches, wiring, conduit, receptacles, and magnetic starters and controls.Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electrical equipment, including but not limited to electric motors, transformers, generators, lights, fixtures, bulbs, tubes, motor control systems and meters.Draws layouts, reads and interprets blueprints, schematics and other drawings.As required, estimates materials needed and records time and materials expended on each work order.Performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.Requires the knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state and national electrical codes.Requires the ability to interpret instructions, design specifications and blueprints.Perform other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles, methods and techniques used in the electrical trade.Knowledge of the tools and equipment of the electrical trade and skill in their safe use.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.Knowledge of safety precautions mandated by OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and the EPA.Ability to interpret instructions, specifications and blueprints.Ability to plan and perform work involving the installation, modification, troubleshooting and repair of new and existing electrical systems, and related equipment.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions or in areas where there is exposure to excessive noise, dirt and fumes and at elevated heights from ladders, scaffolds, or hydraulic lifts.Ability to work independently during normal work hours and after hours.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:Resume/Curriculum VitaeLetter of Application/Cover LetterWhy Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plansGenerous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plansOnsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)Life insurance and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending AccountsVarious voluntary benefits and discountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellbeing programIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io, or call View phone number on click.appcast.io or Toll Free: View phone number on click.appcast.io.Appointment Type:RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Grade:5071aOriginal Posting Date:November 6, 2026Posting Close Date:November 29, 2026Job Requisition Number:R20209Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. View phone number on click.appcast.io, email View email address on click.appcast.io ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.