1st class Electrician-Cabrini Campus

Position Summary

Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum. Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs, as required, building electrical equipment and fixtures consistent with manufacturer’s guidelines, design parameters, and accepted practices.
• Installs electrical fixtures including but not limited to services, conduit, panels, motor starters, control panels, and other equipment and fixtures as required.
• Troubleshoots and repairs all types of electrical, life and fire safety systems including 208 and 480 volt, single and three phase systems and components.
• Maintains, makes operational repairs, and performs preventative maintenance tasks for residential and commercial-type electrical equipment and fixtures.
• Operates and keeps in good working order a variety of equipment including hand and power tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters, and instruments.
• Reads and interprets complex blueprints, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Performs various carpentry, masonry, painting, and plastering work as required.
• Collaborates with other trades, offices, and departments to coordinate repairs.
• Assists in furniture and event set-ups and break-downs, decorations for special functions, meetings, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and current documentation indicating successful completion of formal training classes or programs and licensure in the electrical trade or be able to exhibit acceptable life experiences in electrical work.
• Fully knowledgeable with all building power supply and distribution systems. Able to provide specifications, estimates, and bill of materials for all electrical equipment installation and repairs.
• Currently classified and working as Electrician 2nd Class and meets and maintains all qualifications for Electrician 2nd Class.
• A minimum of five years of service in the trade at Villanova University (upon the discretion of Facilities Management).
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings/sketches, schematics, and diagrams.
• Basic Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Outlook skills.
• Must have the ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English; the ability to interact with students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner, as well as the ability to read and understand NFPA and ICC codes and OSHA guidelines, such as Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points, etc.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, to bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• Valid driver’s license.
• No disciplinary actions on file within the previous twelve months of applying for this position.
• Current ANSI/OSHA compliant training card to operate aerial lift, bucket truck, forklift, or all.
• The ability to erect and work on scaffolding as per OSHA standards.
• An excellent safety record.

Special Message to Applicants

Applicants must take a timed (90min) 60 question pre-qualification exam. All needed formulas for the exam questions will be given with the exam. Following the exam, a verbal panel style interview will be conducted lasting approximately 1 hour. Must be able to meet and maintain VU driving privileges as outlined by Villanova’s Risk Management’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Driver’s of University Vehicles.