Electrician in Riverside, California at University of California, Riverside
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Job Description
Overview
Job ID 37884205
Category Campus Facilities and Support Services
Organization Auxiliary Services
Department Auxiliary Facilities Services
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $95,234 - $107,240
Date Posted August 6, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 9AM - 5:30PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
UC Riverside's Auxiliary Facilities Services is recruiting for an Electrician. The full salary range for the Electrician is $45.61 - $51.36 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.The Electrician performs journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of industrial electrical equipment, electrical systems, computerized lighting systems, and battery chargers. Performs planned and emergency maintenance on electrical and lighting control systems throughout Auxiliary Facilities. Maintains industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,000volts (12KV); performs troubleshooting, as needed, on equipment such as generators, transformers, Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, breakers, batteries, DC systems, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify and resolve electrical equipment problems. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate electrical concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 years of journey-level experience as an electrician, and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. | Required |
| Demonstrated experience in maintenance, repair, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of commercial and residential electrical equipment and electrical systems. Experience working in high voltage environments greater than 600 volts, working in and around electrical equipment and distribution lines such as transformers, switches, circuit breakers, recording instruments and control systems. | Required |
| Experience and/or certification of training in forklifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations. | Preferred |
| Prior experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner. | Preferred |
| Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service. | Preferred |
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| State of California General Electrician License/Certification. | Required |
| Valid CA Driver License. | Required |
| California State Electrical Contractor's License (C-10). | Preferred |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. | Required |
| Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed. | Required |
| Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. | Required |
| Demonstrated knowledge of safety regulations, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash, NEC, and standard industry practices. Knowledge of the Uniform Building Code, Industrial Safety Standards, code and procedures. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, and technical practices in order to plan, layout, and complete maintenance or repair needed for high voltage equipment and lines. |
| Skill in operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade. Skilled use and maintaining of electrical tools and test equipment such as oscillators and rotation meters, digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, amp meters, voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders, dressing tools, wire tongs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks, and insulated hoods/covers and tools. |
| Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards. |
| Knowledge in safe and proper procedures open hazardous materials are suspected. Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents. Ability to read and understanding documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams. |
| Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities. |
| Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.). |
| Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview