Electrician

Position Title:

Electrician

Compensation:

$31.69 - $31.69

Department:

Assoc VP Facilities Planning & Mgt_L

Start Date:

06/21/2026

About this opportunity:

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn.

This is a full-time, on campus opportunity.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Under supervision, perform duties related to work in electrical maintenance, involving work up to 600 volts, complying with appropriate regulations and codes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Install, inspect, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, apparatus and control equipment as required.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

2. Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble electrical conduit and raceway as required.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate hand and power tools, power-operated tools, safety equipment, cutting and treading machines, power benders, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

3. Install and connect wiring to lighting systems, power equipment, and related devices.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate hand and power tools, hoist and winches, friction-reducing chemicals, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, marking and identifying devices, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

4. Install and wire control and distribution apparatus and balance the electrical loads as required.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate hand and power tools, hoist and winches, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

5. Provide electrical power for events, structures, and both scheduled and unscheduled power interruptions as required.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, ladders, scaffolds, generators, hoists, winches and power lifts, sledgehammers, drilling equipment, hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

6. Perform appropriate electrical tests and measurements and evaluate results as components and systems require for proper operation.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of hand tools, digital and analog testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

7. Move and erect ladders, scaffolds, and other lift equipment as required.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to perceive depth and distinguish color. Task requires the use of ladders, scaffolds, and other lift equipment. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

8. Clean and maintain all department equipment and tools, cleanup work sites, report all damaged and missing equipment or tools to the supervisor.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate hand and power tools, trucks, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detail-oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

9. Read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and sketches to ensure proper specifications are followed.

Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of measuring devices, viewing aids, copy machines and other office equipment. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

10. Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job-related chemicals, environmental concerns, applicable codes and new technologies.

Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate measuring devices, viewing aids, copy machines and other office equipment, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

May require any or all of the above-mentioned abilities.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

1. Successful completion of an apprenticeship program in Electricity as approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Training, or six (6) years of experience as an Electrician, or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable job knowledge can be acquired as determined by Ball State University.

2.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform mathematical calculations.

3.Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy.

4.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.

5.You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications: Vocational school training.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact: Joan Andrews at 765-285-0041, jeandrews@bsu.edu

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required supporting documents listed below:

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• Cover Letter (optional)
• Resume

This is a second shift position: 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday thru Friday

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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