Electrician I

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA

Company Overview

ENGIE North America Inc. is dedicated to helping businesses and communities transition to a sustainable energy future through decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization. We provide a comprehensive range of services across the United States and Canada, enabling customers to:

  • Optimize facility operations for improved energy efficiency and cost savings.
  • Generate clean power through low-carbon and renewable energy sources.
  • Leverage energy storage solutions to enhance reliability and sustainability.
  • Access flexible retail energy supply options, including renewables, demand response, and on-bill financing.

With nearly 100% of our power generation portfolio being low-carbon or renewable, we are committed to leading the clean energy revolution. Globally, ENGIE S.A. stands as the world’s largest independent power producer and energy efficiency services provider, with 160,000 employees operating in 70 countries.

To learn more about ENGIE North America, visit our website at www.engie-na.com or follow us on Twitter.

Electrician I – University of Iowa Campus

What to Expect

Join ENGIE North America as an Electrician I at the University of Iowa Campus, where you’ll play a key role in maintaining and servicing utility substations, distribution systems, and production plant electrical equipment operating at less than 600 volts.

Our responsibilities include the operation, maintenance, and expansion of the university’s utility plants and distribution network across the main and satellite campuses. We are in the early stages of a 50-year Operations and Maintenance agreement, ensuring long-term infrastructure reliability and efficiency.

With safety as your top priority, you will:

  • Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair low-voltage electrical utility systems.
  • Work on power distribution systems, switchgear, protection and control systems, lighting, ventilation, pumping systems, battery systems, instrumentation, and motor controls.
  • Determine job site work sequences and safety procedures, procure materials, coordinate outages, and restore systems to operation.
  • Maintain and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, system logs, and documentation.
  • Assist high-voltage electricians when working around medium voltage (600V–15kV) utility systems.

What You Bring

To succeed in this role, you should have:
✔ High School Diploma or GED equivalent
✔ State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician License
✔ Experience with electric utility systems and equipment
✔ Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical utility equipment
✔ Knowledge of electrical principles, trade techniques, codes, and safety regulations
✔ Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and control system drawings
✔ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and recommend system improvements
✔ Effective verbal and written communication skills

Additional Requirements

  • Adherence to ENGIE’s ethics and safety policies
  • On-site presence required daily
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean record (company vehicle operation required)
  • Willingness to obtain a CDL for bucket truck operation
  • Comfortable with 50% outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Salary Range: $26.59 – $40.75 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and location)
💵 Bonus/incentive opportunities & on-call pay
🏥 Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Supplemental benefits for emotional and physical well-being
  • Career development and internal progression opportunities

Why Join ENGIE?

At ENGIE North America, we’re not just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition—we’re leading it. Our partnership with The University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC) ensures safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for the university’s infrastructure.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provide an environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application process, contact ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com.

🚨 Safety First: At ENGIE, every employee has the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe conditions are observed.

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