uw
Electrician
At a Glance
- Location
- Seattle, Washington, United States
- Employment
- Full time
- Posted
- 2026-08-05
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Certifications
- OSHA
Domain Knowledge
- Education
- Legal
Requirements
Experience with electrical installations in institutional, industrial, and/or commercial environments, including working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Knowledge of and experience with predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration analysis, infrared thermography, data logging analysis, electric motor current analysis, variable frequency drive (VFD) troubleshooting, and power quality analysis.
Experience locating damaged direct-burial wiring, performing splice repairs, and operating lift trucks in congested street and sidewalk environments.
Compensation & Benefits
$83,268.00 annual
$110,964.00 annual
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For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor II and receiving day-to-day direction from the Electrician Lead, the Electrician performs journey-level electrical construction, installation, alteration, troubleshooting, and commissioning work on electrical systems up to 600 volts across more than 220 University facilities.
The position supports the safe and reliable operation of campus infrastructure and works collaboratively with supervisors, other trades, contractors, and campus partners to deliver high-quality electrical services in support of the University community.
Electrical Construction and Installation – 70%
Perform electrical construction, alteration, installation, retrofit, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair work on lighting systems, electrical circuitry, raceways, panel boards, transformers, switchgear, distribution equipment, transfer switches, and grounding systems.
Install, modify, troubleshoot, and support startup of electrical systems using blueprints, schematics, specifications, and applicable electrical codes.
Develop cost estimates and recommendations for electrical construction, alteration, and installation projects as assigned.
About the Company
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.