Electrician
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Facility Maintenance Tech - Mech Trades |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| Position Class |
17423 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is seeking an experienced Electrician to join the Facilities Maintenance team.
The Electrician position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power, lighting, control, and communication systems in all campus buildings: academic, administrative, and residential. Employees must work 'on call' during the appointed dates and times when requested. This also includes callback work if needed.
Responsibilities of the Electrician include:
- Performing inspections of electrical system equipment and facilities to assess condition, identify maintenance needs, and recommend repair priorities
- Installing, maintaining, and repairing secondary electrical systems and related equipment
- Maintaining and troubleshooting electrical components such as conduit, wiring, electrical panels, breakers, switchgear, magnetic starters, disconnects, and motors
- Troubleshoot and repair control systems, including temperature controls, regulators, humidity controllers, sensors, pneumatic control valves, and regulators
- Completing scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on emergency generators and automatic transfer switch gears.
- Conducting electronic diagnostics, testing, and repairs on generator systems and related equipment.
- Repairing and maintaining lighting systems, including fixtures, ballasts, switches, and receptacles
- Collaborating with fellow technicians and other departments to ensure seamless operation of all building systems
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and campus stakeholders
- Maintaining records of repairs and maintenance performed
- Managing work orders in Team Dynamix
- Adhering to safety procedures at all times and employing protective equipment when necessary to ensure a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment
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| Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
Facilities is responsible for overall planning, design, construction and maintenance of university facilities. Facilities Operations is responsible for maintenance services. The maintenance department is responsible for providing preventive and corrective maintenance on all university systems including
HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry. |
Position Information
| Position Number |
080089 |
| Competency Level |
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| Working Position Title |
Electrician |
| Building and Room No. |
1600 Lowery Street |
| Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week] |
Mon-Fri--- 7am-4pm |
| Hours per week |
40 |
| Months per year |
12 |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
12 |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
All - Emergency and Pandemic on site |
| Position required to work On-Call/Emergency Callback |
Yes |
| Minimum Experience/Education |
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require
special licenses or certification.
Optional Guidelines:
Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Trade school certification or four years of equivalent hands-on electrical experience
- Electrician's license
- Experience working in a university or large institutional facilities environment
- Skill in troubleshooting, testing, and performing preventive and corrective maintenance on generators and electrical systems using electronic diagnostic tools, meters, and test equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to support installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
- Working knowledge is required of all applicable codes, safety precautions and methods of installation and repair.
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| Required License or Certification |
|
| Valid US Driver's License |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
SPA01027P |
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
|
| State Salary Range |
35,099 - 74,402 |
| Internal Salary Range |
35,099 - 51,544 |
| Open Date |
02/25/2026 |
| Close Date |
03/25/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position. |
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
| Competency |
Knowledge - Technical |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Applicant must have knowledge in the function and installation of conductors, insulators, transformers and circuit breakers. Experience with blueprint reading and interpreting complex technical diagrams, and schematics.
ON
CALL
" Employee must work "on call" during the approved appointed scheduled dates and times when requested. This also includes on callback work if needed. " |
| Percentage Of Time |
50 |
| Competency |
Problem Solving |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Applicant needs to be able to use diagnostic devices such as multimeters, ammeters, voltmeters and thermal scanners to idetify and troubleshoot system failures. The troubleshooting process is to gather information, understand the malfunction, isolate the fault, test components, repair and verify. |
| Percentage Of Time |
10 |
| Competency |
Coordination - Work |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Applicant must be able to utilize the work order system in order to coordinate prioritized projects with co-workers and vendors. |
| Percentage Of Time |
10 |
| Competency |
Communication |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Clarifies the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; presents information in a clear and concise manner. Seeks input, listens and checks for mutual understanding; asks for and provides clarification as needed. Explains purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer. |
| Percentage Of Time |
10 |
| Competency |
Safety and Health Compliance |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Identifies and resolves potential safety problems and unsafe work practices. Demonstrates to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment. Informs supervisor of unusual safety concerns and makes recommendations for resolution. Determines appropriate protective equipment based on established standards. Regularly assesses site and shop operations for safety |
| Percentage Of Time |
10 |
| Competency |
Client/Customer Service |
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
Identifies options, develops solutions, and takes action when responding to customer requests. satisfies individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities. Assesses or checks with customer to ensure solution meets request. Develops effective working relationships with internal/external customers vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit's goals. Reviews customer requests and seeks clarification as needed. |
| Percentage Of Time |
10 |
Supplemental Questions
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- References List
- Cover Letter
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Winston Salem State University
35,099 - 74,402
Feb 26, 2026