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Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV8875
Working Title
ELECTRICIAN II
Number of Vacancies
2
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
Campus Facilities Operations
FTE
1
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Scope of Job
To provide journeyman level installation, maintenance, and service of electrical/electronic systems. Responsible for the safe and prompt performance of the maintenance, operation, repair and installation of electrical/electronic systems, fixtures, apparatus and equipment and other assigned duties.
Description of Duties

• Runs conduit, pulls wire and installs circuits for electrically driven units.
• Installs, maintains and repairs a wide variety of electrical motors, generators, fans, sterilizes, lamps, control panels, switches, circuit breakers, outlets, fixtures, timers, magnetic starters, all lighting, and other electrical/electronic equipment.
• Performs electrical work as may relate to air-conditioning or refrigeration.
• Performs preventative or corrective maintenance tasks and detailed inspection of electrical systems.
• Keeps current of changes in operating procedures, new equipment, and other related equipment.
• Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action.
• May perform manual labor such as digging or heavy lifting and other duties as required.
• May assist journeymen in other trades or other assigned to preventative maintenance, renovation or minor construction.
• May be required to carry a pager and be on call.
• May be responsible for the supervision of semi-skilled or unskilled workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received
Some specific instructions from a leader or other assigned supervisor. Changes and implementation of plans from working drawings are often made by the incumbent.
Supervision Given
Frequently supervises from one to five semi-skilled or unskilled workers.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education
Vocational school electrical and electronic training.
Licenses/Certifications
Journeyman electrician license.
As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).
Required Experience
Five (5) years of skilled/journeyman level experience, including electrical maintenance, repair, and installation.
Preferred Experience
Five (5) or more years of the above experience.
Equipment
Skill in the use of hand tools common to the electrical trade and the use of meters and other test equipment. Use of refrigeration gauges, leak detectors, etc.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, and cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort. Duties may involve the lifting and moving of heavy objects, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other activities requiring physical exertion. Danger of falls, electrical shock and burns, and hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
03/20/2026
Grant Funded Position
No
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Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of BirthGender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/50569