Electrician

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title Working Title Electrician Brief Position Overview

This position is the Maintenance Electrician for the MSU-Billings Office of Facilities Services, The position is responsible for the general maintenance and operation of the campus electrical system. The position reports to the Executive Directive of Facilities Services.

Position Number Department Vice Chancellor Administrative Service Division Facilities Services Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Union Affiliation Electricians FTE Benefits Eligible Compensation Hourly Salary $33.54 per hour Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!

The following are reasons why you should join our team:

• Work-life balance

• Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday

• Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)

• Sick Leave - Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.

• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver

• Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities

• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program

• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable

• Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.

• Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.

• Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths

• Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.

• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

Duties and Responsibilities

• General maintenance and operation of the campus electrical system
• Project layout and planning, underground installations, thin wall and rigid conduit raceway systems· and installing services, switchboards and panels; as well as floor dud installations; installing splicing and terminating wires and cables; and cable tray installation.
• Installation of fiber optic cable and services, data and telephone cable, and troubleshoot motors, transformers, electrical devices, magnetic devices, lighting and power circuits, equipment and machinery, control circuits and devices.
• Respond to and take appropriate action to resolve all emergency calls during work hours, after hours, weekends-and holidays
• Estimate on materials and time needed to complete job…
• Install, repair and troubleshoot centrifugal, submersible, rotary and multistage pumps.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of two years documented experience as a State of Montana journeyman electrician licensed required.
• Working knowledge of standard electrical practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment, safety precautions;
• Skilled in the use of related hand and power tools;
• Ability to work from blueprints, plans, sketches and specifications;
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel, clients, supervisors, etc.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills The Successful Candidate Will Special Requirements Physical Demands This position has supervisory duties?

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2700011P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 09/10/2026 Close Date 10/01/2026 Open until filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

Applicants will be reviewed and Interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date.

The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment

website.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7807 Diversity Statement

Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.

MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm