Electrician

Electrician (Creating a pool of applicants for permanent and extra help positions)

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Category: Administrative, Professional & Staff Positions

Department: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT - BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Locations: Macomb, IL

Posted: Jan 13, 2026

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: FT - Continuous

Position ID: 196218

About Western Illinois University

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Recognized as a "Best Midwestern College" by the Princeton Review. Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves nearly 6,300 students at its traditional, residential campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan, non-residential branch campus in Moline, IL.

Job Description

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees in this class perform work requiring skill in the trade of electrician.

A(n) Electrician typically -

• installs and maintains electrical systems that operate on alternating or direct current circuits, generators, transformers, and appliances through panels, switches, meters, and circuit breakers;
• repairs motors and other electrical/electronic controls;
• repairs and maintains electrical switchboards, panels, street lights, household appliances, air conditioners, furnaces, public address systems, and other apparatus utilizing electricity or its effects;
• installs, repairs, and maintains electrical, electronic, and direct digital control systems, fire and security alarm systems, and associated electrical, electronic, and fiber optic equipment;
• performs record keeping for systems installed or maintained;
• operates equipment used for electrical construction work, maintenance work, or electrical repair work;
• may act as lead worker to other electricians, laborers, and others as assigned;
• performs other related duties as assigned.

WORK LOCATION: Macomb Campus

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