Lead Electrician
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Job Number: P1258
Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Facilities Services - Other, Facilities Services - Maintenance
Job Title
Lead Electrician
Department
Building Services
Salary
$47,866 - $59,354; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Lead Electrician is a hands-on, working Journeyman electrician responsible for leading and performing all aspects of electrical work across MTSU’s assets. This includes the installation, repair, retrofitting, and maintenance of both exterior and interior lighting systems, main electrical boxes and switch gear, electrical circuits, and electrical infrastructure. In addition to supervising electrical work and mentoring electrical staff. The Lead Electrician will actively participate in fieldwork, ensuring that all installations and repairs are completed to code, on time, and with the highest safety standards. This role requires a strong commitment to craftsmanship, leadership, and direct involvement in daily operations. As a member of a multi-discipline team, assist with other tasks or special projects in other skill areas as assigned. Work locations include all university property, Guy James Farm, Swine Farm, Foundation Reception House, Beef Unit and Airport and other locations. Emergency overtime and after hour callbacks required.
Required Education
High School Diploma or HSE required.
Required Related Experience
Journeyman level electrician experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional electrical work with increasingly responsible experience in building and plant maintenance work. Experience providing material take offs for preliminary scheduling.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Valid Tennessee driver’s license. Arc-Flash certified or the ability to become arc-flash certified within six (6) months from hire date.
Desirable Related Experience
Demonstrate expertise working at the Master Electrician level in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs. Possess additional building trades skills, particularly plumbing skills.
Desirable License/Registration/Certification
Current or prior license as a Journeyman or Master electrician in the State of Tennessee.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & Resume Required
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MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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Application Review Date: November 3, 2025
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