Electrician II

Engie • Iowa City, IA

1d • $33 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

What You Can Expect
As an Electrician II at ENGIE North America, you will perform skilled electrical work supporting the University of Iowa’s campus utility and central plant systems. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical infrastructure that powers world ‑ class medical care, lifesaving research, Division I athletics, and classrooms educating the next generation—where your expertise directly supports one of the leading university campuses in the Midwest. This role is part of a stable, year ‑ round operation, offering consistent hours, long ‑ term reliability, and strong work ‑ life balance—unlike short ‑ term construction projects. ENGIE offers competitive, market ‑ aligned pay in a safety ‑ first, veteran ‑ friendly environment, with opportunities to expand your skills into high ‑ voltage systems, renewable energy operations, and automation technologies. Reporting to the High Voltage Shop Supervisor, you will be part of a skilled team responsible for ensuring reliable power distribution and system performance across the University’s facilities, supporting ENGIE’s long ‑ term commitment to efficient and sustainable campus operations.

What You Will Do
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls across utility and production environments at The University of Iowa
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on switchgear, breakers, motors, lighting systems, and instrumentation to ensure safe and reliable operation
Support the operation, testing, and repair of medium voltage systems (600V-15kV) under the guidance of High Voltage Electricians
Diagnose and resolve issues involving motor control centers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and building automation systems
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to safely execute assigned work
Plan work sequences, coordinate outages, and document maintenance and repair activities in accordance with established procedures
Participate in scheduled on-call rotations for maintenance coverage as needed

Requirements

• This role requires a minimum education level of a High School Diploma or GED
• State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license
• A minimum of two (2) years of hands ‑ on experience as a Journeyman Electrician applying electrical theory, troubleshooting electrical systems, and performing equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with electrical codes, utility standards, safety regulations, and hazard precautions
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics, perform precision electrical measurements, and maintain accurate technical documentation
• This role requires on-site attendance at the designated worksite on a daily basis
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must be physically capable of safely performing essential job functions, including: Hearing and understanding audible alarms, detecting changes in equipment noise levels, and using portable radio communication Capable of frequently standing, walking, balancing, sitting, climbing ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks and the like as required, kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting (min. 50 lbs) Capable of performing repetitive motions as required
• Must have eyesight corrected to at least 20/40 to accurately read and interpret instruments, gauges, diagrams, and technical manuals
• Must be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hard hat, safety shoes, safety glasses
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls across utility and production environments at The University of Iowa
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on switchgear, breakers, motors, lighting systems, and instrumentation to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Support the operation, testing, and repair of medium voltage systems (600V-15kV) under the guidance of High Voltage Electricians
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving motor control centers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and building automation systems
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to safely execute assigned work
• Plan work sequences, coordinate outages, and document maintenance and repair activities in accordance with established procedures
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotations for maintenance coverage as needed

Benefits

• ENGIE offers competitive, market ‑ aligned pay in a safety ‑ first, veteran ‑ friendly environment, with opportunities to expand your skills into high ‑ voltage systems, renewable energy operations, and automation technologies.
• comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs.
• help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED