Electrician 1
: Job Details :

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2025-28244 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM JULY 1, 2025 TO JULY 15, 2025. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY. Are you a talented and committed electrician looking to power up your career? If so, the Department of Transportation, Engineering District 3 has an ideal opportunity just for you! In the role of Electrician 1, you will play a crucial part in our team, performing a diverse range of responsibilities related to the installation, modification, upkeep, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. If this thrilling position sparks your interest, we invite you to apply now!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse range of tasks related to the installation, modification, upkeep, and repair of electrical systems, fixtures, and equipment. This includes the development and installation of electrical conduits for power and lighting in departmental storage areas, as well as identifying and rectifying power outages and short circuits. You will also be tasked with repairing controllers, lights, power circuits, and electrical generators, in addition to installing both open and concealed wiring, switches, and controls. Your responsibilities will extend to the installation, alteration, repair, maintenance, and testing of various equipment and connections. This involves removing, repairing, and replacing faulty controls and components, conducting preventative maintenance on electrical equipment, panels, and generators, as well as reading and interpreting blueprints to identify defects in a wide array of electrical systems and equipment. You will also troubleshoot and resolve power failures and electrical problems, including the replacement of worn or malfunctioning switches and outlets. Furthermore, you will provide guidance to county personnel authorized to install electrical devices for equipment and lighting in personnel buildings and storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Electrician Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirements:

• Must obtain an Air Brake Endorsement within the 6-month probationary period.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.