Special Information

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
• Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver’s license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

About the Department/College

Northern Arizona University’s Facilities Services Electrical Shop is seeking a skilled professional to help maintain and improve campus infrastructure. Our team is responsible for installing, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems across a diverse range of academic and residential buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects that support the university’s mission, collaborate with experienced technicians, and contribute to a safe, efficient, and sustainable campus environment. If you have strong technical expertise, a commitment to quality, and a passion for problem-solving, we invite you to apply and become part of a team that keeps NAU running.

About the Position

Northern Arizona University is now hiring for one (1) Electrician, Intermediate. This position is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems within NAU campus facilities to ensure safe and efficient operation. Duties include inspecting electrical equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing necessary adjustments or repairs. The role also involves monitoring electrical system performance, maintaining accurate records, and preparing maintenance reports to support recommendations for improvements and future needs.

Responsibilities Include

35% - Service Work Troubleshooting 

• Breaker resets/breaker replacements
• Ballast/lamp replacement
• Receptacle replacements
• Motor control troubleshooting
• Motor replacements
• Panel replacements
• Inspects equipment and diagnoses performance/malfunction 

30% - Upgrades to Electrical Systems

• Adding/replacing panels
• Adding conduits, boxes, wiring/devices
• Upgrading/adding lighting fixtures to maintain required footcandle 

20% - Street Light Repair

• Relamping
• Ballasts
• Wiring
• Conduits
• Christy boxes
• Led upfitting (dark sky compliant) 

10% - Blue stake

• Identifying, demarking underground electrical infrastructure
• Coordinates with supervisor and requestors to ensure timeliness of demarking

5% - Other

• Other duties as assigned.
• Snow Removal.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a four year federally approved technical training program in electrical repair and maintenance.
• 2 years of relevant experience.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial electrical experience in installation, maintenance, and repair
• Proficiency in bucket truck operations for elevated electrical work
• Experience troubleshooting HVAC motor controls

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Intermediate knowledge of university electrical work processes and policies.
• Knowledge of electrical system work including installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in electrical work.

Skills

• Record keeping skills.
• Electrical hand tool skills.

Abilities

• Balances competing priorities.
• Communicates effectively.
• Maintains effective working relationships.
• Demonstrates problem solving, organizational and analytical capabilities.
• Analyzes non-routine situations and anticipates issues.

Compensation

• Salary range is $44,422.00 - $55,527.00. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

Pre-Employment Check

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Also, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Fire and Security Report

Each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Immigration Support/Sponsorship

Northern Arizona University will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Submit your Application

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by midnight of the application deadline.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.