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Performs electrical and related duties requiring both routine and advanced levels of professional skill and technical knowledge. Provides training and mentorship to apprentice level employees. Performs preventative and corrective electrical maintenance on building systems in accordance with department procedures and applicable codes and laws.  Performs other duties as assigned.

55% - Essential - Electrical Systems: Installs, repairs, and maintains various electrical wiring systems and equipment. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, and repairs single and 3-phase up to 600 volts. Uses appropriate troubleshooting test procedures and equipment, such as volt-ohm meter, and tracing circuits in rooms and buildings to isolate problems. Tests and changes failed circuit breakers.  Changes bulbs, ballasts, switches and receptacles after verifying failure. Measures current flow (Amps) to verify proper motor operation. Tests emergency lighting and battery systems.
20% - Essential - Electrical Construction: Understands and interprets construction drawings (blueprints) needed to perform required electrical tasks and review of projects. Lays out and installs electrical conduit, switches, receptacles, lights and other electrical equipment.
10% - Essential - Training and Mentorship: Leads, guides, and/or trains other electricians in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing.
10% - Essential - Work Area Maintenance: Prepares and cleans work areas, shop and vehicles.  Identifies and gathers proper tools and materials and ensures proper housekeeping.
5% - Essential - Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of University LOTO policy. Complies with all NEC rules and regulations, completing all relevant training. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.

Education: A high school diploma and experience in the construction or repair of secondary electrical systems. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis.

Education: Vocational or Technical Training; Trade School Diploma or five years of experience at Clemson in electrical
 

Licenses - Plumber - Journeyman
 

Work Experience: 5+ years

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

  80% - Stand for prolonged period
  25% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  80% - Walk or move about
  60% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  70% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  50% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
  70% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  55% - Recognize or inspect visually
  60% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  90% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
  25% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
  70% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

  65% - Exposure to heat or cold
  40% - Exposure to dust/fumes
  65% - Wet or humid
  50% - Noise
  40% - Vibration
  40% - Mechanical Hazards
  20% - Chemical hazards
  90% - Electrical hazards
  50% - Radiant energy hazards
  80% - Burn hazards
  10% - Overnight Travel
  15% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am -4:00pm, occasional weekends and subject to callbacks.  Standard Hours: 40

Expected Salary Range: ($39,764 - $45,125)
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

January 11, 2026

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.