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Major Duties

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Housing Facilities Operations and the Lead of Facilities Project Supervision, the Electrician handles electrical repairs, life safety testing, equipment servicing, troubleshooting wiring, supporting renovation layouts, inventory tasks, and emergency response while working with multiple trades and maintaining lighting and infrastructure across housing facilities to ensure reliable operations and resident safety at times.

• Performs necessary electrical repairs to malfunctions and situations as assigned via work tickets in Student Housing, this includes installations, replacements, tests, and connections of switchers, outlets, and wiring, measuring, fabricating, and install conduct, drill holes and anchor conduit, maintenance, modification, and performs repair of electrical systems, install, inspect, isolate and repair electrical malfunctions.
• Test fire and reset Life Safety Equipment, including test and reset fire alarm systems.
• Conducts daily inspections of exterior lighting and performs preventive maintenance on older switchgear boxes
• Repairs to electric-powered equipment, including works with, uses, and repairs lighting fixtures with magnetic and electronic ballasts, LED, fluorescent, HID, HPS, and metal halide lamps, as well as their transformers
• Troubleshoots neutrals and circuits in existing wiring within older buildings and underground wiring for exterior site lighting
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to those acquired through completion of a standard electrician's apprenticeship program.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical systems, components, and safety protocols, with the ability to install, test, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair wiring, outlets, conduit, and related infrastructure. Skilled in interpreting work tickets and executing precise, code-compliant electrical work across residential facilities.
• Ability to conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on exterior lighting and aging electrical infrastructure, including switchgear. Knowledge of life safety systems with the capability to test, reset, and ensure proper functionality of fire alarm and related safety equipment while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
• Knowledge of electric-powered equipment and diverse lighting systems, including LED, fluorescent, HID, HPS, and metal halide fixtures and their components. Ability to diagnose and repair electrical elements within appliances and systems such as air conditioning units, stoves, refrigeration, and boilers.
• Skill in diagnosing complex electrical issues, including neutrals and circuit faults in older and underground wiring systems. Ability to work effectively with multiple trades and technical teams to complete integrated projects, ensuring compatibility, safety, and efficient resolution of system issues.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 6533 / Electrician / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $ 5998 – $ 6754 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 5998 - $ 8737 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.  
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position. 

General Information

• Applications received through April 22, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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