Assistant Electrical Supervisor

Assistant Electrical Supervisor

We are seeking an Assistant Electrical Supervisor who will plan, assign, and inspect the work of approximately 10 electricians responsible for the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and infrastructure on a large university campus. The campus comprises approximately 4,000 feet of building space served by multiple high voltage electric feeders transformed to lower voltages at the building level. This role requires considerable independence within established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise the installation of conduits, wiring, fixtures, devices, and equipment on campus.
• Manage maintenance and switching of the high voltage electrical system, isolating buildings and cable sections for maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults in campus buildings and infrastructure.
• Maintain campus fire alarm systems, including testing devices and diagnosing system issues.
• Research and apply new operational methods, techniques, and equipment.
• Review plans and provide input for future buildings, ensuring compatibility with existing codes and standards.
• Manage complex electrical installations and repairs, aiming to improve operations and customer service.
• Assist with preparation of specifications for purchasing electrical equipment and supplies.
• Participate in capital planning for long-term electrical upgrades.
• Ensure budgeting guidelines are met, prioritize shop expenditures, and assist in budget preparation.
• Coordinate electrical outages as required.
• Prepare and maintain electrical records and reports, including incident reports.
• Ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance programs.
• Anticipate and procure supplies and materials for daily operations.
• Prepare labor and material estimates.
• Develop written documents and reports using personal computers.
• Apply basic principles and practices of employee supervision, including training and development.
• Make decisions on hiring, evaluation, promotion, and termination of employees.
• Interpret university and department policies, enforcing safety regulations and adherence to codes.
• Be proactive in identifying and resolving problems early.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to bargaining unit contract rules.
• Monitor and document grievances, warnings, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure productivity of carpentry staff throughout the workday.
• Utilize time-keeping systems for accurate reporting of subordinate attendance.
• Work overtime and respond to emergency calls 24 / 7.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the potential to transition to a direct role with the organization after the contract period. The organization provides excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement for employees and family members.

Work Environment

The role requires working in a diverse university campus setting. The position demands flexibility, as overtime and 24 / 7 emergency call response are expected. The work environment encourages proactive problem-solving and adherence to safety and code standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $41.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.