Job Details

Electrician

Position Number: 7084727
Location: Providence, RI
Position Type: Facilities Management

Electrician
Brown University

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Job Description:

Position Purpose

Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management "We Care" principle values.

The Electrician performs skilled journeyperson level electrical work for the maintenance, repair, alteration and construction of institution facilities and equipment.

This position is considered essential. Personnel may be required to respond to campus emergencies both during and off shift.

Job Qualifications and Competencies

High school graduate or GED (trade school preferred)
Two years' related work experience
Rhode Island Journeyperson Electrician's license
Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required
Must possess their own hand tools
Must maintain required licenses as a condition of employment
Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics
Thorough knowledge of electrician duties and the ability to apply same skillfully
Must be willing to respond to emergency call-backs
Ability to meet and effectively deal with others in the University community
Ability to use electronic devices such as iPhone, iPad, and other job related software applications
Objective bench test and/or field test will be required
Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment
Ability to work without restrictions for eight hour shift
Ability to operate and work from lifts at heights of one hundred feet
May be required to have the ability to work in areas needing a respirator
This position is classified as on-site
Position is subject to pre-employment screenings

Additional physical demands and working conditions:

Position is classified as onsite.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment screenings.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-03-25

Job Posting Title:
Electrician

Department:
Facilities Management and Campus Operations

Grade:
Facilities Union Rates

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Position Work Location:
Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.