Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63110


Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement.
Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise.
EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services.
EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission-driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners.
For additional information and to hear directly from members of our team, please visit: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.
Performs skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of campus electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant facility operations. Independently evaluates service needs, troubleshoots complex electrical issues, and plans and completes short‑range repair projects while supporting larger initiatives through labor and material planning. Provides technical expertise across power distribution, lighting, and emergency systems, and collaborates with contractors and campus partners to coordinate service interruptions and maintain system continuity. Strong problem‑solving ability, sound judgment, and consistent communication with supervisors and maintenance teams are essential to success in this role.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Works with, maintains, and installs electrical circuits, conduit, wire sizing, breakers, and panels in compliance with NEC codes.
- Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs electric motors and motor control centers (MCC).
- Installs and troubleshoots interior and exterior lighting, controls, and switches.
- Cleans and maintains electrical distribution systems, switchgear, emergency power systems, ATS, generators, and performs generator load bank testing.
- Uses various task-related metering equipment (multi, megger, tick tracer, circuit trace, etc.)
- Reads blueprints and maintains knowledge of tools and materials used in the trade.
- Prioritizes work and assesses service needs.
- Plans and completes short-range electrical repairs/installations.
- Estimates labor, requisitions materials, and coordinates long-range projects.
- Monitors outside contractor schedules and equipment installations.
- Coordinates and communicates service interruptions (e.g., utility outages).
- Follows through on work to verify proper facility conditions.
- Communicates facility conditions, problems, and needs to supervisors.
- Maintains effective communication with other maintenance staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions:
- Normal office environment.
- Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
- Exposure to chemicals.
- High noise environment.
- Requires protective devices.
- Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements.
- Exposure to moving machinery.
- Exposure to animals (trips to DCM).
- Patient care setting.
- Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places such as pits and equipment spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 degrees, and equipment may be oily and greasy.
- Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio-hazardous radioactive substances.
- Exposed to wet and cold conditions, as well as noise and vibration from operating equipment.
- Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories.
Physical Effort:
- Typically sitting at a desk or table.
- Typically standing or walking.
- Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
- Climbing structures.
- Using tools requiring high dexterity.
- Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).
- Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs.).
Equipment:
- Office equipment.
- Simple hand tools.
- Power tools.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Skill Trade Functions (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Trade school diploma or combination of education and/or experience.
- Three years' experience in electrical maintenance and repair.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in electrical technology or a related field.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of safety and NEC standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
Hospital Or Large Corporate/Industrial Complex (4 Years)
Skills:
Climbing Structures, Color Vision, Communication, Continuing Learning, Customer Service, Depth Perception, Diagnosing Problems, Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Repair, Electrical Systems, Handheld Power Tools, Internal Development, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Work, Organizational Commitment, Power Tools, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Timeline Management, Visual Acuity
Grade
G11-H
Salary Range
$27.21 - $43.56 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
