Campus Master Electrician

The National Western Center (NWC) is a reimagined 250-acre campus in Denver, Colorado with a vision to be the global destination for food and agricultural discovery. It is the new home of the National Western Stock Show and Colorado State University’s Spur campus. But the future National Western Center isn’t just new buildings. It’s a destination unto itself. It’s a mission-oriented place that will be lively and active all year round — with new events and experiences around every corner. The opportunity The National Western Center (NWC) is seeking a skilled and experienced Master Electrician to join our team. As a key member of our operations department, the Master Electrician will oversee all electrical systems and infrastructure, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations throughout its facilities. This role is critical in supporting the NWC’s mission to provide a vibrant and sustainable environment for events, exhibitions, and community engagement. This is a multifaceted job with a broad spectrum of opportunities for professional development. You’ll join a small, nimble, collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial team as we accelerate growth of a new events hub and innovation campus in Denver, Colorado. If this sounds like you, come help us make the reimagined National Western Center campus among the most desirable event spaces in the Denver market! What you will do Campus Operations Lead, supervise, and complete electrical installation, repair, and maintenance projects. Mentor and train maintenance staff in electrical practices and safety protocols. Perform complex electrical installations and repairs for lighting, power distribution, control systems, and emergency backup systems. Conduct regular inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and national electrical codes. Diagnose and resolve electrical issues efficiently and effectively. Respond promptly to electrical emergencies and outages, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Ensure all work complies with applicable safety regulations and codes. Develop and implement safety procedures and protocols for electrical work. Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections. Prepare reports on electrical systems, maintenance activities, and project status for management. Work closely with other departments to support events and operational needs. Coordinate with contractors and vendors for electrical projects and services as necessary. Event Operations Collaborate with event organizers to ensure their electrical requirements are met efficiently and safely. Diagnose and resolve electrical issues during events while providing on-site troubleshooting support to campus event organizers. Coordinate with event organizers and electricians to maintain a safe and compliant environment throughout all events. What you will bring along Valid Master Electrician License. High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a licensed electrician, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role. Experience working in large facilities or venues preferred. Experience working in the event industry with client and exhibitor electrical requests. Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and safety regulations. Proficient in the use of electrical diagnostic tools and equipment. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Physical Requirements Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50lb, work in confined spaces, and climb ladders as needed. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required for facility events and maintenance. Excellent communication and time management skills; attention to detail and ability to analyze and process improve strongly preferred. High EQ and interpersonal skills. This job may be a great fit if You embrace the startup nature of the organization, and no job is below you. You are detail and results oriented. You are an entrepreneurial self-starter. You are a skilled problem solver who takes initiative and can communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders. You act with respect, competency, and integrity. You work well as part of a team. You excel at functioning in high pressure situations while maintaining a calm, professional manner. You are a collaborator by nature and seek to find ways to compromise. You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You have great time management and prioritization skills. You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work. You have a track record of being dependable. You are excited about the opportunity to grow with the organization. You are all-in on the mission of the National Western Center. What we can offer you Work location and hours This position can be performed through a mix of on-site and remote work in Denver, Colorado. Compensation range The starting salary is $95,000 - 105,000. We offer family-friendly benefits and flexible work hours to our employees Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1 Paid time off Paid parental leave 401k plan with a 4.00% company match Support for community involvement Get to know us National Western Center is a reimagined 250-acre campus with new indoor and outdoor event venues, and more on the way! The brand-new Stockyards Event Center is a multipurpose space with two arenas, ample parking and views of the Rocky Mountains and the Denver skyline. An outdoor plaza connects it to 20 acres of hardscaped yards for outdoor concerts, festivals, large equipment trade shows, sporting events, drive‑in movies and more. The center is just two miles from downtown Denver and adjacent to the RiNo Art District, with easy access from Denver International Airport via I-70. Home to CSU Spur and the National Western Stock Show, the National Western Center is an emerging urban hub for food and agriculture discovery. In 2018, the campus partners created the National Western Center Authority, a nonprofit organization responsible for operating, maintaining, programming, and promoting the National Western Center. The Authority is the primary entity responsible for ensuring the National Western Center achieves its mission. It is also responsible for developing a community investment fund benefiting the residents of the GloVeVille, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods in which the campus is located. The Authority’s work is well underway in preparation for buildings being completed and the larger campus opening to the public. The Authority is guided by a 13‑member board of directors. The Authority is doing business as (DBA) the National Western Center. Our mission is to convene the world at the National Western Center to lead, inspire, create, educate, and entertain in the pursuit of global food solutions. Join us! We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr