Electrician – Energy Management Technician
Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce · Waterloo-Cedar Falls Area · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$57k–$70k/yrFull-time
Posted: July 2026
About the role
Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading electrical systems and equipment across campus facilities. This position supports the safe and efficient operation of campus electrical and renewable energy systems and ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards. This role additionally provides support to the facilities team as needed.
Pay
Starting salary of $56,900 to $69,700 based on experience.
Benefits
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield major medical health insurance
- Eye care and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid vacation and sick leave
- Choice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans
- Variety of additional optional benefits
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, wiring, fixtures, controls, and related equipment
- Diagnose electrical problems and determine appropriate corrective action
- Perform preventative maintenance on campus electrical systems and equipment
- Ensure electrical work complies with local, state, and federal codes and regulations
- Maintain and repair lighting systems, panels, motors, generators, emergency systems, and building controls
- Respond to maintenance requests and emergency service calls in a timely manner
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other facilities staff on projects and repairs
- Maintain inventory of electrical supplies and recommend materials and equipment purchases
- Support the college's sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives through proper operation of renewable energy systems
- Coordinate inspection, testing, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of solar arrays, inverters, meters, and monitoring systems
- Participate in campus construction, renovation, and improvement projects
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
- Assist with snow removal, campus emergencies, or other facilities duties as assigned
- Follow all college safety procedures and promote a safe working environment
- Respond promptly to identify the needs of the college and provide effective customer service
- Report significant conditions/situations to the Assistant Director of Facilities
- Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned
- Perform in a manner which strengthens coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid journeyman electrician license/certification
- Knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and maintenance procedures
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Capable of prioritizing and following multiple projects and tasks through to completion with close attention to detail
- Valid driver's license
- May be required to make emergency repairs at hours other than normally scheduled
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in commercial, industrial, educational, or institutional settings with HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, or energy management systems
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Physical Requirements
- Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this position, including the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 30 pounds frequently and heavier objects over 50 pounds occasionally
- Bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, along with considerable walking and standing, are required