Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement)

Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement)Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.* Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.Posting DetailsPOSTING INFORMATIONInternal Title Electrician Apprentice (Re-Announcement) Position Type Classified Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty Pay Band GEN06 Level Department Electric Shop Job PurposeAssists journeyman electricians in the performance of their electrical work in the distribution, operation, preventive maintenance, maintenance and repair of the primary electrical systems throughout the entire College campus, as well as, maintaining electrical equipment within various buildings, dormitories, historical homes, office buildings, and large facilities. Duties include assisting electricians with troubleshooting and repairing electrical circuits including distribution panels, transformers, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches and all associated wiring.Minimum RequirementsA high school diploma and basic electrical experience in the electrical trade preferred but not required. Must be willing to learn how to install, perform (general, preventive and emergency) maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment in residential, industrial, and commercial applications. Electrical trade education preferred. Must be able to complete records and paperwork associated with repairs/installations. Knowledge of campus layout and buildings is preferred. Must have a valid SC driver's license as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment &/or personnel when needed. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust have the ability and desire to learn and acquire knowledge regarding the electrical trade. Should have considerable initiative and ability to gain knowledge of electrical equipment, tools, and work procedures, used in electrical equipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to learn to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency electrical problems.Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using email and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Experience in utilizing on-line work order systems preferred. Must be able to follow complex oral and written instructions. All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by the Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.Additional Comments Regarding PositionMust be able to perform manual labor and work outside in all types of weather. Must be able to work in close quarters, climb ladders/stairs, enter/exit hatches and work on rooftops. Must be able to work in areas of excessive heat/cold and lift or move furniture, objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Overtime and call back work is required after normal working hours and on weekends, as needed. May be required to be on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, etc.Special Instructions to ApplicantsCandidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.* Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.Salary *$37,200 - $40,946 Posting Date 04/22/2026 Closing Date 05/22/2026 BenefitsInsurance: Health/Dental/VisionLife InsurancePaid Leave: Sick/Annual/ParentalRetirementLong Term DisabilityPaid HolidaysFree CARTA Bus ServiceEmployee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Full Benefits Package - Click HereOpen Until Filled No Posting Number 2026033