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Construction Services Electrician II (SR) - Facilities Services - UTK

Position Number: 6295047
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Facilities Management

Construction Services Electrician II (SR) - Facilities Services - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 3406
Job Category: Facilities Services
Posting Date: 06/12/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 2040 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
The Senior Electrician II is a highly skilled and experienced professional responsible for overseeing and performing the most technical and complex electrical assignments at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This position requires a deep understanding of electrical systems, the ability to mentor and supervise other electricians, and a commitment to maintaining electrical systems across campus properties. The Senior Electrician II plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and continuity of electrical services, working closely with contractors, other trades, and the Facilities Services team.

Responsibilities

Oversee and perform the most technical and complex electrical assignments, ensuring compliance with the National Electric Code, as well as state and local codes.
Supervise and provide advanced technical assistance and guidance to other electricians and designated personnel.
Assist the Electrical Foreman in the performance of their duties and assume their responsibilities in their absence.
Mentor and train junior electricians, ensuring they develop the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely and effectively.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and related electronic controls and devices to support construction, modification, and maintenance projects on campus.
Maintain and operate electrical systems and equipment across all campus properties to ensure uninterrupted service.
Inspect and repair electrical equipment and components regularly to ensure the safety of students, staff, the general public, and others who come into contact with campus facilities.
Coordinate work with other trades and crafts, ensuring efficient and effective collaboration on construction, modification, and maintenance projects.
Plan and assign work for self and others, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to the required technical standards.
Interpret drawings and electrical schematics, develop material take-off lists, and order necessary materials for projects.
Review completed work for technical adequacy and compliance with the National Electric Code and other relevant codes and standards.
Prepare and maintain accurate records of all electrical work performed, including inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
Enforce strict safety procedures, ensuring all electrical work is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety protocols and best practices in electrical systems and component maintenance, repair, and installation.
Provide support for specialized events on campus, ensuring all electrical needs are met efficiently and safely.
Maintain continuity of all electrical projects, ensuring they are completed to the highest standards and within the required timeframe.
Assist contractors and other crafts in the performance of their duties related to electrical systems construction, modification, or maintenance projects.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Seven (7) years of equivalent field experience in electrical systems. Education may be substituted for field experience on a year-for-year basis if education is related to electrical systems.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Extensive experience in electrical systems installation, maintenance, and repair, with a deep understanding of the National Electric Code.
- Proven ability to supervise and mentor other electricians, providing technical guidance and ensuring work is performed to the highest standards.
- Ability to interpret drawings and electrical schematics.
- Ability to develop material ordering take off lists.
- Ability to carry out job duties and responsibilities independently.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
- This position involves working in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, with potential exposure to hazardous conditions and materials.
Other Conditions: Valid Driver's license
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Work Location

University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN Campus
This is an on-site position

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR09
Anticipated hiring range: $26 - $32/hour depending on candidate qualifications and experience
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
Find more information on UT Benefits here

About The College/Department/Division

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville's largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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