Title: Electrician

Application Review Date: 10/10/2025

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Serve as an electrical technician to repair, install and maintain electrical systems. Complete basic electrical installation and repairs without direct supervision. Knowledge of current electrical code requirements and general knowledge of electrical systems. Minimum of two years’ experience in the electrical field is highly desired.

Required Qualifications

-Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) licensure as an electrician.
-Knowledge of current electrical code requirements and general knowledge of electrical systems

Preferred Qualifications:

-Experience with installation, repair and maintenance of 3-phase electrical distribution and equipment.
-Experience with installation, repair and maintenance of 480V, 277V, 208V and 120V lighting systems.
-Experience with fire alarm systems, elevators, pumps, motor controls, generators and emergency light systems.
-Two years’ experience in the electrical field.

Employment Conditions: Must have a criminal background check, Emergency call-in, Essential personnel. Must have valid driver's license, DPOR licensure as an electrician.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40, overtime as needed

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm, nights or weekends as needed.

Employee Classification: Trades Technician III

Department: FM Maint & Oper

Salary: $52,500 - $58,000 (depending on experience)

Department Contact Name: Billy Sutphin

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7795

Department Contact Email: esutphin3@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.