Angela Aragon
aaragaon@unm.edu
Master Electrician
Full Time
Posted today
Accepting Applications
Albuquerque, NM
UNM - FM
$21.10 - $28.28 per hour
Description
Are you a highly skilled and licensed electrician with a passion for leadership, safety, and high-performance systems? Do you thrive on complex problem-solving and guiding others in electrical excellence? Join the University of New Mexico Facilities Department as a Master Electrician and play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the electrical systems that power one of New Mexico’s premier institutions.
As a key member of our facilities team, you’ll work on complex electrical systems, provide expert-level guidance, and ensure the safe, efficient operation of campus infrastructure in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Installs and monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement.
Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.
Leads, guides, and/or trains other electricians in applicable procedures and techniques.
Repairs and maintains motor control centers and programmable logic controls (1000 volt and below).
Plans electrical secondary system additions or modifications.
May perform work of lower level electricians.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Reads, employs, and updates electrical panel schedules.
Please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ and search REQ33262 for more information about posting, job description and to submit an application.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current New Mexico Electrical Journeyman License (EE98J) and a current second New Mexico Electrical Journeyman License.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Possession of an EE-98, EL-1, EL-1J License
Experience testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical equipment
Experience keeping accurate maintenance record in portable recording device (iPad)
Experience leading lower-level technicians in performing complex repairs/providing structured training
Why It's Awesome to Work Here
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:
Comprehensive Healthcare – Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement Plans – Enrollment in pension programs and optional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
Paid Time Off – Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays for work-life balance.
Professional Development – Opportunities for certifications, continuing education, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
Wellness Programs – Access to employee wellness resources, fitness facilities, and health programs.
Community Engagement – Be part of a diverse and inclusive campus that hosts enriching cultural, educational, and recreational events.
Job Security – Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
These benefits reflect UNM’s strong commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace.
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