Electrician

Electrician

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 8, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Family - Skilled Trades

Job Function - Electrical Maintenance

USC Market Title - Electrician

Job Level - T2 - Technical Support

Business Title (Internal Title) - Electrician

Campus - Columbia

Work County - Richland

College/Division - Division of Administration and Finance

Department - DAF Facilities Maintenance

State Pay Range - G08

USC Market Range - MRE - $48,726 - $70,653

Anticipated Hiring Range - $48,726 - $59,689

Part/Full Time - Full Time

Hours per Week - 37.5

Work Schedule - Monday – Friday 8:00a.m – 4:30p.m. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the department.

Basis - 12 months

Job Search Category - Trades/Maintenance

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Advertised Job Summary - Under limited supervision, performs highly skilled electrical duties required to maintain and repair campus-wide electrical systems. Installs electrical equipment and remodels existing electrical services to support campus departments.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience - Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials - Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications - Journeyman Electrician Certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and other electric documents. Understand written, oral instructions and use a computer. Able to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, coworkers, vendors, and contractors.

Job Duties

Job Duty - Building Electrical Maintenance & Repair Maintain and repair electrical systems within assigned facilities, including panels, branch circuits, lighting, and connected equipment. Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues using established procedures and code requirements.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 35

Job Duty - Support to Projects & Senior Staff Assist senior electricians and supervisors with project work by providing field input, performing installations, and supporting system testing and commissioning.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Safety, Compliance & Documentation Ensure all work complies with NEC and institutional standards. Maintain accurate work records and follow all safety procedures.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Installation & Renovation Work Install conduit, wiring, and electrical components to support renovations and equipment installations. Modify existing building systems to accommodate load changes under established designs and direction.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 30

Job Duty - Work Order Execution & Troubleshooting Independently receive, diagnose, and complete work orders related to building electrical systems. Escalate complex or system-level issues as appropriate.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 15

Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive - Yes

Hazardous weather category - Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies - 1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date - 06/10/2026

Job Close Date - 09/08/2026

Open Until Filled - No

Special Instructions to Applicant - Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 8, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

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