Electrician (ISTB) – Polytechnic Campus

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a certified trades worker specializing in electrical systems, responsible for the proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. The Electrician will be a part of the Facilities Development and Management (FDM) team at Arizona State University's Polytechnic campus, primarily working within newly constructed research buildings. The role involves operating within zoned maintenance teams, supporting complex lab and research operations, and ensuring high-performance building systems function optimally for ASU’s Knowledge Enterprise and the broader campus community. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, collaborative experience in research-intensive environments, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in settings that rely on cutting-edge technology with global impact. This role directly supports academic research and laboratory facilities, including a new 177,000 square foot facility that serves over 50 faculty and more than 3,000 students specializing in additive manufacturing, robotics for smart manufacturing and industry automation, cyber manufacturing and operations research, semiconductor manufacturing, and energy sector manufacturing systems. The facilities host diverse technologies, including both wet and dry labs and a Class 10,000 cleanroom, contributing to ASU’s innovation ranking.

Requirements

High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved
Current eligibility to legally work in the United States
Possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment
Possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire
Pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test
Pass a fingerprint check
Pass all background checks

Nice To Haves

Evidence of working within research laboratory, clean room, high bay, administrative and office spaces
Higher education work setting
Effective communication skills
Experience in: Electrical systems up to and including 480 volt 3-Phase systems
Experience in: Commercial/industrial electrical field
Experience in: Medium voltage (e.g. up to 12,460 volts)
Experience in: Troubleshooting of emergency electrical systems (up to 600v)
Demonstrated knowledge of: Work order systems (TMA)
Demonstrated knowledge of: Facilities management principles and techniques
Demonstrated knowledge of: Customer Service
Demonstrated knowledge of: Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook)

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and schematics
Install circuits and sub-distribution from 120-600 volts
Install conduit, wire mold and cable raceways
Perform general electrical repairs
Repair and maintain conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
Use hand tools (e.g. wire cutters, screw drivers, pliers, hammers, wrenches, sockets) and power tools (e.g. drills, reciprocating saws, hydraulic hole punches, hydraulic and electric conduit benders, cable pullers, voltage, amperage and cable testing meters)
Troubleshoot of emergency electrical systems (up to 600V) generators and automatic transfer switches
Install, troubleshoot and repair of 277v-480v systems and equipment
Use electronic work order systems (TMA)
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave
12 days of accrued sick leave
10 paid holidays annually for all staff
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships
Relocation Assistance