Electrician Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Posting Number

STA00276PO25

Job Family Skilled Trades
Job Function Electrical Maintenance
USC Market Title Electrician to USC Market Title /titles/133875
Job Level T3

• Technical Support
  Business Title (Internal Title) Electrician
  Campus Columbia
  Work County Richland
  College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
  Department SAAS Housing Facility Management
  State Pay Band 6
  Approved Starting Salary $49,396
  Advertised Salary Range $49,396
• $61,745
  Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time
  Hours per Week 40
  Work Schedule Standard working schedule : Monday
• Friday 8:00 a.

m. to 4:30 p.m.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Must be willing to work on call rotation
Basis 12 months Category Trades/Maintenance
About USC
About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia andprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through abination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educatedmunities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at . Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary The Electrician is responsible for the installation, programming, troubleshooting, repair and maintaining of all electrical, electronic and mechanicalponents for electrical distribution equipment, breakers, panels, motors; HVAC controls and access and locking systems, security cameras, recorders and network devices. Provides technical coordination and client liaison in the implementation of major and minor repairs/projects for electrical distribution, security and security surveillance system upgrades. Working with customers oversees small internal and external projects. Provides technical guidance, oversight and leadership to lower-level technical staff and contractors. This position will be required to perform on-call rotation and provide technical callback assistance. This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.
Key items for this position
This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.
Will serve in an after-hours On-Call rotation.
Will use technology, such as tablets, for work orders and administrative tasks
Ability to understand and University and Departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability tomunicate effectively.
Ability to use judgment and initiative toplete routine work without constant supervision.
Ability to work on a ladder.
Perks

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• 15 paid vacation days
• 15 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalentbination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications 5 years experience in the electrical trade. Trade School or Apprenticeship preferred. Electrical License in the State of South Carolina. Working knowledge of tools and specialized equipment used in the electrical trade.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledgeable of electronic systems. Ability to understand and follow written work orders and oral instructions. Ability to react positively to emergency situations. Ability to instruct crew members. Ability to read wiring schematics.
Job Duties
Job Duty Installs, troubleshoots, programs, repairs and makes modifications on a variety of electrical equipment, HVAC controls and equipment, access control boards and third party security devices.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 45
Job Duty Installs, programs, repairs and makes modifications to security video surveillance systems.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty Provides on-site technical leadership and oversight for internal staff, small temporary summer staff, vendors and contractors. Assist with product selection and design input for future project. For in house projects, provides scope of work, estimates project costs and schedule with direct consultation of Department representatives.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty Performs other duties as required. Responds to emergency, weekend and/or hazardous weather plan call backs including being part of an on-call rotation.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Job Open Date 04/17/2025
Job Close Date 06/01/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 1, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities to learn more about why you should work at USC.