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Assistant, Electrician

Eastern Kentucky University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Aug 2026

About the role

Title: Assistant, Electrician

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 50R100 - Campus Operations

Division: 3R1000 - Administration and Engagement

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week:

Additional Schedule Details: On Call and Overtime as required

Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G11

Retirement:   KERS 

Contact Person: Chris Obergfell

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Electrician Assistant works directly with the electric shop supervisor on a daily basis and with the assistant director as need arises to assure that all university electrical systems operate at the highest efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: One year of previous and directly related experience

Licensure & Certifications: Current Kentucky Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Job Duties:

  • 10% - Supports the smooth and efficient operations of the department and the University. - ()
  • 60% - Assists Electrician or Master electricians in performing routine maintenance on University electrical systems - (Essential)
  • 10% - Leads Laborers in performing routine maintenance on university electrical equipment as required by established procedures. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Assists in inventory control of required repair parts and tools as outlined in established procedures. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Assists in time keeping, blueprint takeoffs, material lists and acquisition as required. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

 

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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