Electrician, LA Memorial Coliseum

USC Auxiliary Services, one of the largest divisions at The University of Southern California, is focused on making a difference for over 65,000 students, athletes, faculty, staff, and guests who visit our campuses each day.  Through our innovative services, our six central business units (USC Bookstores, USC Hospitality, USC Housing, USC Transportation, the USC Hotel and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum) collectively create the best USC experience for future leaders, scientists, filmmakers, engineers, and doctors alike. Auxiliary Services works tirelessly to welcome all visitors into the Trojan family. We are driven to succeed by our commitment to uphold our six unifying values in Integrity, Excellence, Well-Being, Open Communication, Accountability, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

As the home for USC Trojans football since 1923, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum also plays host to concerts, international soccer matches, food festivals, and numerous other events. The Coliseum just completed a $315 million-dollar renovation that will usher in a new era of service as we continue to strive to be “The Greatest Stadium in the World.”

We are seeking to build a pool of candidates for future Resource Employee – Electrician positions to join our rapidly growing team at the Coliseum.

The Opportunity:

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is seeking dedicated individuals who are committed to learning about and delivering the needs of a world-class sporting and entertainment venue. Individuals who will excel in these positions will be responsible to handle day-to-day operational tasks while creating a positive environment for our patrons and staff.

The Accountabilities:

• Support full time electrical staff during events. Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment such as motors, switches, lighters, heaters, and alarm and control system. Determine need to repair and/or replace equipment.

• Test wiring system to ensure safety of all components.

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule new or modified electrical work.

• Estimate materials required for specific job components.

• Maintain clean job site throughout duration and clean up job site following work completion. Store and maintain supplies, tools, and equipment.

• Maintain safe working conditions for self and others by adhering to general electrical safety practices.

• Prepare reports and/or maintenance records as needed.

• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The Qualifiers:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or completion/enrollment of 4-year apprenticeship program

• Minimum Experience: 6 months. Experience performing standard trade-related procedures.

• Minimum Field of Expertise:

  • General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment.

  • General knowledge of electrical codes.

  • Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.

  • Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit the policy website.

• In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.

What We Prefer:

• Education: Trades Certification/Apprenticeship or bachelor’s degree in electrical, engineering, or related field.

• Experience: 2 years of industry experience. Experience with and comprehension of high voltage power, conversion, and electrical safety procedures.

• Field of Expertise:

  • General Understanding and working knowledge of large venue, facility, or public assembly building operations and maintenance.

  • Experience with and comprehension of high voltage power, conversion, and electrical safety procedures.

  • General knowledge of electrical codes.

  • Design of basic facility power drawings, schematics, or blueprints.

  • Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

 Additional Information:

• Schedule will include nights and weekends as dictated by events held in the facilities.

• Ability to lift at least 50lbs is preferred

• Term: This is a “Resource Employee” position capped at 1000 hours within a rolling 12 month period - Course credit can be granted if currently enrolled at an accredited university.

As an equal opportunity employer, USC values and promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members.

USC has great minds that transform the world with their talents and research. Will you be one? Join us!

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The hourly rate for this position is $22.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.