Job Description
ELECTRICIAN
Loyola University Chicago United States, Illinois, Rogers Park May 28, 2026 Position Details Position Details Job Title ELECTRICIAN
Position Number 8102535
Work Modality Fully In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? No
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name FACILITIES LSC
Location Code FACILITIES LSC
(07211A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No
Duties and Responsibilities Ensures the safe operation of all electrical systems and equipment by completing preventative maintenance on controllers, transformers, voltage regulators and machinery wiring.
Assists in maintaining emergency generator system-related equipment
Obtains electrical work permits
Must stay current on all City and County electrical codes
Works closely with contractors on site to ensure work performed meets current electrical codes
Makes suggestions and offers ideas for repairs of campus buildings
Installs new circuitry for equipment and lighting
Performs work assignments received, both verbal and through the work order software system
Maintains records of work performed using the work order management software system
Assists supervisor with inventory control
Performs work assignments to make campus facilities as safe and secure as possible for all students, staff and faculty
May, at times, be called upon to assist with snow removal
Performs related duties as assigned Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship degree in Electric or Electronic Trades
Minimum of 5 years electrician experience
Certifications:
Journeyman Electrician License Qualifications Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:
Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship degree in Electric or Electronic Trades
Minimum of 5 years electrician experience Qualifications:
Knowledge in electronics, troubleshooting, problem solving, equipment maintenance, power tools, life safety and technical understanding
Must know Chicago electrical codes and Cook County permitting requirements
Ability to follow manuals, schematic plans, blueprints, and other specifications required
Must have knowledge of City and/or County code requirements
Must have strong troubleshooting background
Ability to use tools of the trade
Ability to work in high and/or confined spaces
Ability to carry materials to perform work functions
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must supply their own hand tools
Must be able to work irregular hours if needed, to perform job requirements
Must be able to work successfully with other trades to perform job duties
Preferred candidates would also have prior work experience in an University/research environment Certificates/Credentials/Licenses Current Journeyman Electrician License, "A" Card in good standing
Current Chicago Supervising Electrician License or equivalent is required
Must have a current Driver's License in good standing
Must become member of IUOE Local 399 within 90 days of accepting position and maintain good standing with IUOE Local 399 Computer Skills Knowledge and proficiency with computers
Proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
Experience with a work order management system preferred Supervisory Responsibilities No
Required operation of university owned vehicles Yes
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No
Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Danger, Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather
Open Date 05/28/2026
Close Date Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $55.44/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $55.44/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed. About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. s & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy. Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35235