Electrician Sacramento State

Working Title: Electrician

Classification Title: Electrician

Posting Details 

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:55 PST

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Electrician performs a full range of skilled journey-level electrical and related work as
outlined.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation under FLSA). Position is benefits-eligible.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,365 per month (Step 4) - $7,457 per month (Step 12)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,998 per month (Step 1) - $8,737 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range:  1

Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary) 

Time Base: Full-Time 

Pay Plan:  12 months 

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM (30-minute lunch). Work hours may include evening and weekends, dependent on department needs. Position works on-site. 

This position will begin on a day shift schedule for several months for training purposes. After successful completion of training, the schedule will transition to the regular swing shift hours listed above.

Department Information 

The Electrical Shop, part of Facilities Management, plays an essential role in supporting the University’s mission by ensuring a safe, reliable, and fully operational campus environment. The team maintains nearly all campus electrical systems, including primary and secondary distribution systems, underground infrastructure, interior circuits, panels, transformers, switchgear, and all indoor and outdoor lighting. Electricians contribute to daily operations as well as Special Repair and Minor Capital Outlay projects that directly support teaching, learning, research, and student life.

Facilities Management serves as the steward of more than 50 buildings across 616 acres. The department maintains and renovates facilities, plans and manages new construction, and advances University initiatives by creating a welcoming and dynamic environment for students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. We take pride in caring for Sacramento State’s capital assets and in the skilled professionals whose work helps power the campus mission every day.

Facilities Management | Sacramento State

Minimum Qualifications 

Knowledge:
Work requires thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the electrical trade for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical apparatus, equipment and systems; and a thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.

Abilities:
Must be able to assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical apparatuses; operate all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled electrical work; read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications; make rough sketches; estimate the cost, time and materials of electrical work; maintain records andretrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by theposition. Incumbents may be required to possess a California Driver’s License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment they are required to maintain and operate.

Experience:
These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and
experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of
a standard electrician’s apprenticeship program.

Required Qualifications 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications.

2. Ability to use computerized maintenance management system.

3. Ability to use standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel).

4. Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.

5. Ability to inspect, isolate, troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.

6. Working knowledge of fire alarm systems design and maintenance requirements.

7. Ability to communicate information clearly and accurately.

8. Knowledge of the configuration and maintenance of high voltage systems (e.g. substations, primary and secondary gear).

9. Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment.

10. Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.

Preferred Qualifications 

17. Four or more years of experience as a journey-level electrician.

Required Licenses/Certifications (2)

• Current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations.
• Valid driver’s license and maintenance of good driving record.

Documents Needed to Apply (4)

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Required Certification (Current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations)
• Copy of Valid Driver's License

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

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