The University of Maine at Presque Isle is seeking an Electrical Manager to oversee the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of campus electrical infrastructure.
This leadership role manages electrical maintenance and repair projects, supervises electrical trades staff and contractors, coordinates with campus departments and project managers, and supports budgeting, purchasing, and inventory management. The Electrical Manager ensures compliance with all safety regulations while providing technical expertise for complex electrical systems and capital projects. This is an essential, hands-on position that requires the ability to work during campus emergencies and inclement weather, perform physically demanding tasks, and maintain a safe and productive work environment.
The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with availability to assist with emergencies after hours.
This position is designated as an essential position requiring the individual to be able to work during periods of inclement weather and/or campus emergencies.
Why Join UMPI?
Starting pay: $31.47/hour (or applicable transfer rate)
Benefits package valued at 53% above base pay
Free tuition for employees (up to 8 credits per semester)
65% tuition discount for spouse and dependents
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
University retirement contributions
13 paid holidays plus vacation and sick leave
Wellness rewards, confidential counseling, and employee discounts
For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the full job description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nv-nOcyykBxlacJzw7cR3dt8qQGSdAeM/view?usp=sharing) .
The starting pay for this full time, essential position is $31.47 or the appropriate transfer rate. The University of Maine System offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
Required Qualifications:
Valid Maine Master Electrician License
Seven years of related electrical experience
High school diploma or equivalent (additional experience may substitute)
Valid Maine driver's license
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds
How to Apply:
Materials must be submitted via "Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page (http://umpi.careers.maine.edu/) .
For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following:
Cover letter
Resume
Important items to know about the recruiting process:
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. For full consideration, applications must be received by July 31, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Finalists will be required to provide contract information for three (3) professional references.
We are unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
Incomplete materials will not be considered.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings and post-offer physical.
About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment.
Further information is available on the University of Maine at Presque Isle website.
The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region's premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.
Learn more about what Aroostook County (https://visitaroostook.com/) has to offer.
Equal Opportunity Statement-The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.
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About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .
