Electrician II

Position Highlights

• Work with a team that values hard work and the impact it makes every day.
• FMS provides dependable, year-round employment and hands-on training opportunities to help you develop your skills and grow your career.

Schedule

• This position may require working various shifts, weekends, holidays, and hours outside of a standard work schedule.
• The successful candidate must be available for on-call assignments and provide contact information for inclusion in the department's call-in roster to support urgent situations, including severe weather events and other campus emergencies.

Driver's License Requirements

• The successful candidate may be required to operate university vehicles and must enroll in the New York State License Event Notification Service (NYS LENS) program upon hire.
• Candidates are encouraged to review RIT's Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures for additional information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Sick and vacation time
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Retirement and financial planning resources
• Educational benefits for employees and their dependents
• Employee wellness programs
• Complimentary access to on-site fitness facilities

About the Role

Facilities Management Services (FMS) supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining a high-quality, cost-effective campus environment. As part of the FMS Utilities Maintenance team, the Electrician II plays a vital role in maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading electrical systems in academic and residential buildings across campus, responding to work orders, preventive maintenance needs, and electrical emergencies. This position works independently to resolve complex issues while providing guidance and support to student employees and less experienced staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains common electrical infrastructures and components
• Guides and supports lighting technicians and fire alarm technicians as needed
• Maintains daily record keeping such as work order updates, timekeeping, and email
• Evaluates electrical deficiencies and advises department staff on repairs
• Assists and supports electrical contractors
• Organizes, plans, and ensures tools, equipment, personal protective equipment, and materials available in response to electrical or fire alarm emergencies
• Performs operational preventive maintenance tasks such as emergency generator testing and sprinkler testing
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code
• Knowledge of basic office computer software such as Microsoft Office
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Skill in repair of electrical meters and use of test equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Ability to use power hand tools

Minimum Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 4 years of related experience
• 4 years of formal electrical training program
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Compensation

$23.80-$31.00