#140743 Alarms Control Electrician

Filing Deadline: Tue 8/18/2026

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Join the Residential, Retail and Supply Chain Services (RRSS) team at UC San Diego, a dynamic and innovative campus department dedicated to delivering exceptional service to the university community. As a valued RRSS team member, you will be contributing to a broad and complex organization consisting of five key units: Housing, Dining and Hospitality (HDH), Integrated Procure-to-Pay Solutions (IPPS), the UC San Diego Bookstore, Triton Print & Digital Media, and the Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC). With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, RRSS aims to inclusively meet the diverse needs of the UC San Diego community while fostering a sense of belonging for our students and staff. As a member of the HDH team, you will be part of a self-funded unit with over 1,200 staff employees, over 2,000 student employees, and an annual operating budget of $371 million, providing housing and dining services to over 20,000 students, faculty, staff, and their families. At UC San Diego, we believe a job is more than just employment - it's a chance to be part of something meaningful. Along with competitive pay, we offer outstanding benefits, retirement plans, and a supportive environment that encourages both professional development and personal growth. Benefits begin on your first day!

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Perform journey level electrical work in connection with maintenance testing, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, inspecting, modifying and overhaul of campus alarm, control and electrical systems, including equipment and components such as fire alarm and sprinkler systems, ventilation and lighting control systems, interior communication and signaling devices and systems, and campus cable system for transmission of associated supervisory data control signals. Performs all required alarm system tests and maintenance and keeps accurate testing and system records. May instruct unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance workers. Assigned to cover campus Housing and Dining Services facilities performing maintenance work dispatched by Customer Service Center, maintenance superintendent or campus police.

QUALIFICATIONS

Journey level experience and thorough and working knowledge of: nominal voltage electrical systems, alarms and electronic control systems, low-voltage and communication systems, fire sprinkler systems, pump systems and controls, signaling systems and signal transmission systems.
Thorough and working knowledge of: electric motors and motor controllers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), lighting controllers, metering systems, mechanical and electrical components of ventilation systems and renovations and alterations of electrical systems and voltage distribution systems.
Thorough knowledge and experience reading and interpreting blueprints, as-builts, wiring diagrams, shop drawings, schematics diagrams and operating manuals, including knowledge to perform mathematics typically used in the trade.
Thorough and working knowledge with experience in maintenance and repair procedures including preventive maintenance, breakdown repair, inspection and troubleshooting, installation and overhauling systems, components, fixtures and equipment.
Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) testing frequencies, procedures, and forms.
Thorough knowledge of applicable codes and regulations and experience working with Title 19, Title 8 and National and State Fire Code requirements.
Experience planning, scheduling and ordering materials for all types of electrical construction, alarm systems installation, renovations and modifications.
Demonstrated skill to effectively work with assigned personnel in a team or individual environment, effectively use independent judgment with demonstrated problem solving skills.
Demonstrated skill to communicate effectively to persons at all levels including division supervisors, staff and campus community.
Skills to read, write and follow verbal, written or electronic instructions.
Extensive experience working in a service-oriented environment and nurturing customer relationships through proactive service skills.
Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate safety equipment.
Ability to plan and prioritize workload with minimal supervision and work effectively in the field with minimal supervision.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Background check required.
Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
May be required to work scheduled shifts including nights and weekends.
May be required to work overtime as needed.
Required to respond to off-hour emergencies.
Ability to work on ladders, scaffolds and lifts up to two stories high, as well as in confined spaces, such as vaults, tunnels, manholes and crawl spaces both overhead and underneath floors.
Ability to carry tools and walk to various locations.

CANRA Mandated Reporter: This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $105,841 - $105,841 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $50.69 - $50.69

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Details

Date Posted

08/04/2026

UC San Diego

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