Becoming an electrician in Evansville, IN typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Indiana, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Evansville earn an average of $505.33 per week, with an annual overtime average of $26,266. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
DUTIES: Installation, repair, and adjustment to electrical circuits. Replaces defective wiring, switches, fuses, bulbs, starters, controls, etc., using electrical testing equipment. Recommends and performs preventative maintenance. Maintains own tools, gauges, and equipment. Advises supervisor of possible areas of attention by other trade specialists and/or safety hazards. Directs work of General Maintenance worker when assistance is required. Works any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required. Performs other duties as assigned and assists other employees as required. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; will consider applicants without diploma based upon experience demonstrating required abilities and skills. Must obtain and maintain a valid Indiana’s Driver’s License. Work consists of repetitive tasks and operations. Must possess and maintain an electrician’s license valid with the Vanderburgh County Building Commission. Must possess knowledge of the specialized tools of the craft. Code : 2413-1 Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Location : BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS Posting Start : 05/22/2024 Posting End : 12/31/9999
See More Details >>Title: Electrician Division: Finance and Administration Department: Facility Operations and Planning FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: Grade 11: $23.03/hour EEO Job Group: Position Summary The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Electrician. Perform skilled maintenance tasks with a primary emphasis on electrical maintenance related to maintenance repairs, rehabilitation and construction projects for buildings, equipment and systems. Perform skilled labor involving general maintenance skills including rough and finish carpentry, plumbing, painting and mechanical work. Work is inspected for satisfactory compliance with instructions, although normal repairs and work assignments are made without supervision or close review. Duties/Responsibilities • Perform electrical tasks related to maintenance, repairs, rehabilitation and construction projects for buildings, equipment, and systems. • Study and interpret wiring diagrams and floor plans. • Connect wiring to circuit breakers, transformers and other components. • Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment such as measuring devices, power tools and testing equipment, including oscilloscopes, ammeters and test lamps. • Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors. • Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. • Work from ladders, scaffolds and roofs, to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. • Perform traditional electrician’s service work such as changing out switches, receptacles, lamps, ballasts and light fixtures. • Tend to the preventive and general needs for maintenance of the University's structures, equipment, furnishings, systems, and for various assignments for repair and rehabilitation projects. • Work from blueprints, drawings, work orders or oral instructions to construct and repair University assets. • Plan and execute basic building maintenance and renovation projects, determine tasks, make layouts, and estimate materials and labor costs. • Assemble furniture, seats and other equipment. • Set up furniture and equipment for special and academic events. • Perform carpentry tasks related to maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and construction projects for buildings, equipment, furniture, and systems. • Perform plumbing tasks related to maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and construction projects for buildings, equipment, and systems. • Repair and/or install windows, doors, partitions, coiling components, floor tiles, cove base, stair treads, wall coverings and roofs. • Perform hand and bench work in the various maintenance shops. Operate various hand tools, carpentry equipment and tools, electrical tools, meters, plumbing tools and equipment, and other equipment as required. • Perform painting, refinishing and associated work to buildings, furniture and fixtures. • Assist in maintaining building supplies, tools, equipment and spare parts. • Perform snow removal as required. • Other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge and Skills • High school diploma or GED required. • Vocational training and/or experience in trades including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and/or heating and air conditioning, and knowledge of its practices, procedures, materials and tools. Two years’ experience in trade named required. • Ability to plan and layout job assignments required. • Valid driver’s license required. Preferred Knowledge and Skills • Licensed at Journeyman level or higher preferred. About USI The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include: • Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans. • Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 7% of annual salary. • Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children. • Accrue up to 10 paid vacation days per fiscal year – accrual increases after 4, 7, and 11 years of service For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits. Application Process Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application. Pre-Employment Screening A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States USI will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at [email protected] or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
See More Details >>Overview Location: Onsite near Evansville, IN Job Type: Full Time / Permanent Work Authorization: No Sponsorship The A.C.Coy company has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineer. Ideal candidates must have 3+ years of electrical engineering experience in heavy industry (automotive, metals, paper, mill/foundry). Experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives and motors is also required. Responsibilities • Providing electrical engineering services to support production, maintenance, and engineering • Responsible for electrical systems safely integrated with manufacturing, along with upgrades of existing equipment • Crafting and developing programs that will support process improvements and new electrical systems • Coordinating all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure • Assisting production and maintenance with equipment and process issues • Supervise multiple electrical technicians • Functioning as a problem solver, applying theory and experience to develop process improvements and correctly identifying problems by submitting sound recommendations for long-term improvements of equipment and processes • Leading and participating in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production • Mentoring employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process Qualifications Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution or equivalent experience Experience Required: • Electrical Engineering experience in heavy industry - 3+ years • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives and motors, low& medium power distribution - 3+ years • Experience leading, managing and completing electrical projects • Experience leading capital projects - Preferred • Experience working in a union shop - Preferred
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