Electrician

University of California, IrvineIrvine, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides services and support to over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff with the mission of advancing UCI's brilliant future and the vision of becoming world-class campus partners. DFA serves the university as planning partners, problem solvers, and solutions providers - striving to make it as easy as possible for people to get the services they need, when they need them. Facilities Management is responsible for the effective operation of Irvine campus buildings, grounds and utilities; for providing a safe, functionally suitable and aesthetic environment in support of academic, research and public service programs of the University. Providing comprehensive management of campus facilities requires the employment of approximately 325 personnel ranging in classification from custodians and groundskeepers to more technical skilled crafts such as electricians and plumbers, and professional design staff and engineers. These services cover more than 150 buildings of approximately 6 million gross square feet, and1,475 acres of grounds. Facilities Management has an annual operating budget exceeding $80 million in expenditures, with operating funds of $30 million and $15 million for reimbursable campus activities. Project Services a construction department within Facilities Management manages a portfolio of major infrastructure and renovation projects totaling $200M per year.

Requirements

  • A working knowledge of local and national electrical codes and regulations.
  • Ability to read and follow blueprints, schematics and one-line diagrams.
  • Ability to give and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to instruct and lead semi-skilled or unskilled assistants in performance of job duties.
  • Completion of a trade school or journeyman apprenticeship program with a minimum 5 years or the equivalent experience.
  • Ability to set up and use a variety of meters, test equipment and tools perhaps unique to the electrical field (i.e., voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, meggars, hydraulic benders, knockout punches, etc.).
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Completion of a trade school or journeyman apprenticeship program with a minimum 5 years or the equivalent experience.
  • Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
  • Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

  • Electrical maintenance and construction experience in a university or research type environment.
  • Class B license preferred for boom truck operation.

Responsibilities

  • Installs modify, repair and maintain electrical systems up to 480 volts in, on or around university buildings.

Benefits

  • medical insurance
  • sick and vacation time
  • retirement savings plans
  • access to a number of discounts and perks

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume

What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Associate degree

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service