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Electrician

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Salary: $42 per hour

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Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Overview Provides electrical services within an organization, including the installation, maintenance, repair, and alteration of electrical wired circuits and apparatus used for the transmission of electrical energy for light, heat, and power purposes. **Must Pass YARC (Yale Animal Resource Center)   Clearance.* * Form requirements are available at 221 Whitney Ave. This form is filed with the Health Plan in a confidential file folder specific to employees who work at YSM Buildings. Offer is contingent upon successful health screening.   Schedule: Mon-Fri 12:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m. Date Last Internal Bid Accepted : Monday, 8/10/26 at 5:00 p.m. Principal Responsibilities 1.  Performs assignments under limited supervision.2.  Directs the work of employees under the direction of the supervisor.3.  Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibility for the completion of assignments.4.  Determines the manpower and material requirements and the means and methods to be used in accomplishing work assignments and recommends changes.5.  Secures materials, supplies and equipment.6.  Installs, erects, maintains, alters or repairs any wire, cable conduit, bus way, raceway, support, insulator, conductor, appliance, apparatus, fixture or equipment which generates, transforms, transmits or uses electrical energy for light, heat, power or other purposes (including protection of electrical circuits and switch gears).7.  Maintains clean work area and/or cleans job site.8.  Trains lower labor grade employees using various training methods.9.  Observes safety standards and practices.10. Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification. Required Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Required License(s) or Certification(s) 1.  Possess valid CT E2 license.2.  OSHA 10.3.  Driver’s license valid in the State of CT. Physical Requirements 1.  Climbs ladders and scaffolding in excess of eight (8) feet and rides and works from mechanical lifts.2.  Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and/or squatting.3.  Works in confined areas.4.  Sustained overhead work.5.  Works outside in all types of weather.6.  Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion while working with heavy tools.7.  Moves, assembles, lifts or carries furniture, equipment, tools and materials of up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance.8.  Drives. Job Posting Date 09/09/2026 Job Category Service Worker Bargaining Unit L35 Compensation Grade Labor Grade 11 Compensation Grade Profile Hourly Range $42.30 Time Type Full time Duration Type Staff Work Model On-site Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based   on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy. Posting Disclaimer The hiring rate of a role is determined in accordance with the provisions outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreement. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through   their hiring department. The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Note Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.

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Title
Electrician
Employer
Yale University
Location
Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
Published
Oct 8, 2026
Closes:
Dec 8, 2026
Job type
Full time, Staff / Administration
Field
Facilities Management
Salary

Salary: $42 per hour

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