The posting
Job Description
Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for an Electrician in the Facility Operations department. The primary function of this position is to operate, maintain, and install lighting and electrical equipment across the campus.
Duties and Responsibilities of Position
- 40%: Installs, manages, and maintains electrical and electronic equipment in campus buildings, facilities, and property including generators, lights, transformers, motors, appliances, wiring, circuits and other electrical devices and components to ensure that all equipment stays in line with electrical codes, regulations and standards. Operates hydraulic conduit bending equipment and electrically powered wire pulling equipment, maintains tools and equipment, inspects transformer fuses and visual inspects high voltage lines.
- 30%: Maintains and repairs electronic and electrical equipment, motors, controls, switches, automatic clock systems, intercom systems, fans, light ballasts, wiring in refrigeration and air-conditioning units, photocells, indoor and outdoor lighting, exit lighting, fire alarms, etc.; troubleshoots and makes emergency repairs on equipment; replaces light bulbs and tubes; repairs and maintains controls on heating and air-conditioning systems to include boilers, overhead heaters, furnaces, steam control valves, and Dravo units; troubleshoots problems; installs and hooks up control wiring; assists in selection of replacement equipment.
- 20%: Provides support for campus events and activities such as Steak Fry, Homecoming Events, athletic contests and concerts. Plans, installs and maintains specialty equipment such as printing presses, welding equipment, lathes. woodworking machinery, dust collection systems and machinery in the School of Technology.
- 5%: Maintains shop equipment, tools and material; requisitions materials from storeroom; cleans shop area; drives vehicle to and from job sites.
- 5%: Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Education and Experience -
Required Education and Experience at Hire -
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of electrical experience
Valid Drivers's License is required.
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.
Job Type: University Support Staff
Appointment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday thru Friday
Salary Range: grade 7, $18.87 hour
Application Documents Required*:
- Resume
Open Until Filled with a first review date of November 5, 2026
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position
Search Committee Chair: Johnna Hodge, [email protected]
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
About Pittsburg State University
Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State’s 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.
Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.
Pitt State’s hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.
The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you’ll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.
Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.
Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.
The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.



