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University of Rochester

Private research university in Rochester, NY

IUOE Electrician a

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$29.89 - $38.99
Senior
Rochester, NY, USA
In Person
Building TradesElectrical

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent educational training.
  • Able to read and write English, make mathematical calculations, and understand and use blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  • Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and regulations.
  • Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the Electrical Trade, or an equivalent combination of formal training and experience.
  • At least 5–6 years of experience, including apprenticeship time.
  • Use and wear safety equipment specified or provided by the University as prescribed.
  • Observe and follow safe work practices at all times as specified by OSHA or other regulations.
  • Depending upon functional area, may require a valid motor vehicle operator's license and the ability to operate vehicles safely and skillfully.
  • Willingness to work long and irregular hours when assigned.
  • Must have a working telephone so the Electrician can be reached at irregular hours for call-in duty, and must keep a current phone number and address on file with the Trade Supervisor and Department office.
Responsibilities
  • Install, test, and repair electric light and power distribution circuits and networks.
  • Maintain high- and low-voltage power systems, including control and communication systems, working from electrical layouts and wiring diagrams, and comply with applicable codes and standards.
  • Inspect, test, and maintain electrical lighting, signal, communication, and power distribution circuits and equipment.
  • Isolate equipment and component failures in switches, motors, control panels, and other electrical equipment using electrical test equipment.
  • Perform layout work for electrical maintenance and construction operations.
  • Install new panel boxes, circuits, and feeder lines to meet load conditions.
  • Perform electrical maintenance on elevators, hoists, conveyors, electric motors, and lighting systems.
  • Perform complex wiring, installation, and troubleshooting on motors, generators, switches, transformers, electric clocks and time systems, intercom and paging systems, fuse panels, alarm and signal systems, heating appliances, electric ovens, and similar specialized electrical devices.
  • Replace or exchange defective mechanical components such as small motor gears and bearings, and electrical parts such as brushes, armatures, resistors, switches, and transformers, according to electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams.
  • Perform basic and routine work commonly assigned to other trades, such as carpentry or mechanical tasks, when incidental to the electrical work or required in an emergency.
  • Pull and install cable, including underground cable.
  • Install transformers, disconnect switches, bus structures, and fuses.
  • Install and maintain control lighting for orchestra and opera productions, if applicable.
  • Work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and verbal instructions.
  • Perform other related duties requiring comparable knowledge, skill, and responsibility as requested.
  • May guide, direct, and assist in training lower-classified trades personnel.

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University of Rochester

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The University of Rochester is a research university with programs spanning the humanities, health care, business, education, music, engineering, and the sciences.

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