Tradesperson I - Electrician

Position Summary

The Tradesperson I - Electrician performs skilled maintenance work involving electrical installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and general facilities maintenance activities. Employees perform a variety of electrical and building maintenance tasks necessary to maintain college buildings, grounds, equipment, and facilities. Work includes installation and repair of electrical systems and components, lighting maintenance, minor building repairs, equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and general trades work.

Direct Supervisory Responsibility: No

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, maintains, and troubleshoots electrical systems, lighting systems, fixtures, wiring, outlets, switches, and related equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance and inspections of electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Diagnoses electrical malfunctions and determines appropriate corrective action using testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Installs and repairs interior and exterior lighting systems, ballast systems, LED fixtures, and related components.
• Assists with remodeling and renovation projects involving electrical installations and modifications.
• Repairs or replaces electrical components, conduit, wiring, breakers, disconnects, panels, and related equipment.
• Operates electrical testing devices, meters, and diagnostic equipment to evaluate system performance and identify deficiencies.
• Assists with general maintenance projects and performs minor building repairs as assigned.
• Operates maintenance vehicles, lifts, and light equipment in accordance with training and established safety procedures.
• Maintains tools, equipment, materials, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Maintains records of labor, materials, and work completed as required.
• Complies with all policies of the Alabama Community College System, and the College
• Additional duties, as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or GED certificate required.
• State license in trade plus three (3) years of experience in electrical maintenance, electrical construction, facilities maintenance, or related trade required.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems required.
• Friendly personality; enthusiastic, positive attitude; evidence of trustworthiness and ethical conduct; effective human relations skills; strong work ethic.

• Knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, wiring methods, and electrical safety practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in electrical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, regulations, and standards.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with electrical work.
• Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, lighting, and controls.
• Ability to use and maintain electrical testing equipment, hand tools, power tools, and related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
November 2026

SALARY: Salary Schedule E3-04, ($41,349 - $59,541) Based on the 2026-2027 ACCS Salary Schedules. Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED FULL-TIME directly related experience that is stated on the initial job application and resume. Be sure all experience is stated on the application!

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
November 2, 2026– 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).

Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.

Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College’s official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.

Please Note:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.