Electrician | Full Time | Evenings

Electrician
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Working Title: Electrician
Classification Title: Electrician
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:55 PST
Under general supervision, the Electrician performs a full range of skilled journey-level electrical and related work as
FLSA : Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation under FLSA). Time Base : Full-Time

Work Hours : Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM (30-minute lunch). Work hours may include evening and weekends, dependent on department needs. Position works on-site.

This position will begin on a day shift schedule for several months for training purposes. After successful completion of training, the schedule will transition to the regular swing shift hours listed above.
The Electrical Shop, part of Facilities Management, plays an essential role in supporting the University's mission by ensuring a safe, reliable, and fully operational campus environment. The team maintains nearly all campus electrical systems, including primary and secondary distribution systems, underground infrastructure, interior circuits, panels, transformers, switchgear, and all indoor and outdoor lighting. Electricians contribute to daily operations as well as Special Repair and Minor Capital Outlay projects that directly support teaching, learning, research, and student life.
Facilities Management serves as the steward of more than 50 buildings across 616 acres. The department maintains and renovates facilities, plans and manages new construction, and advances University initiatives by creating a welcoming and dynamic environment for students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. We take pride in caring for Sacramento State's capital assets and in the skilled professionals whose work helps power the campus mission every day.
Facilities Management | Sacramento State
Work requires thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the
electrical trade for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment and systems; thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including
the National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.
Must be able to assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical apparatuses; operate all applicable tools and equipment
necessary to perform skilled electrical work; estimate the cost, time and materials of electrical work; retrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; Incumbents may be required to possess a California Driver's License valid for the operation of any vehicle
or equipment they are required to maintain and operate.
These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and
a standard electrician's apprenticeship program.
Ability to use computerized maintenance management system.
Ability to use standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel).
Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.
Ability to inspect, isolate, troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
Working knowledge of fire alarm systems design and maintenance requirements.
Knowledge of the configuration and maintenance of high voltage systems (e.g. substations, primary and secondary gear).
Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
Ability to assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical apparatuses using all applicable tools and equipment for skilled electrical work.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Possession of a current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations.
Possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of good driving record.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs. maximum.
Four or more years of experience as a journey-level electrician.
Current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations.
Valid driver's license and maintenance of good driving record.
Documents Needed to Apply (4)
Copy of Required Certification (Current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations)
The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
"As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement." As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit
The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).
Learn more about working at the California State University and the impact of our mission.
Applications close:

Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App