Electrician Entry Position Available In Alachua, Florida

Electrician Entry

JOB NO:

536433

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES

Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran’s Preference Eligible

DEPARTMENT

63571100

• FS-OPER-ELECTRIC

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Electrician Entry

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working with a higher level Electrician, support repairs of electrical components, electrical
motors, generators, and related electrical and mechanical equipment containing up to 600V;
Provide support in maintaining lighting fixtures. Alter and repair existing wiring, power
appliances, light machinery, and electrical circuits. Install wiring, fixtures, and appliances in new
construction.
Learn campus buildings, tools, equipment, and materials used in the trade.
Provide support in locating and correcting power failures and short circuits.
Support installations of and preventive maintenance on electrical system conduits. Assist in
pulling cable for primary systems.
Enter maintenance data for work requests (WR) and time.
Provide support service to other trades, as may be required for timely and efficient repair of
buildings and/or equipment.
Clean and maintain shop and personal equipment.
Operate UF/state vehicle(s) that requires a Valid Florida driver license.
Post-offer health assessment Required
Criminal background check Required

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

• Schedule may vary depending on location M-F 7am-3:30pm
• Total hours per week: 40
• Assist in emergency work (as needed)
• Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

EXPECTED SALARY

$17.00 Hourly based on experience

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

Valid Florida driver license

EXPERIENCE

None

KNOWLEDGE

• Some knowledge of procedures and methods for installing, altering, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures
• Some knowledge of hand tools use
• Some knowledge of planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments
• Some knowledge of effective communications

SKILLS:

None noted

ABILITIES

• Ability to recognize safe working practices in maintenance and construction
• Ability to follow established safety practices and procedures

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to wear appropriate safety equipment
• Ability to work in attics, basements, crawl spaces, and similar places
• Ability to work from elevated surfaces (e.g., as catwalks and manlifts)
• Ability to drive or walk to customer/trouble locations
• Ability to move or lift weights (e.g., ladders, tools, and equipment) weighing up to 50 pounds individually, or 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to climb
• Ability to reaching above shoulder frequently
• Ability to kneel
• Ability to bend repeatedly
• Ability to pull and push repetitively

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED

Yes

ADVERTISED

25 Jul 2025

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