Reference #: 4529364 THE POSITION

Do you have experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, or equipment? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Maintenance Division is looking for a motivated Electrician to assist in maintaining the historic facilities at the Capitol Complex and adjacent office buildings. This position gives you the opportunity to utilize your electrical skill set as you provide a necessary service to the citizens of Pennsylvania. Join our team of professionals and make your career aspirations a reality!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Electrician for the Department of General Services, you will perform a variety of skilled duties relating to the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, electrical distribution equipment, and electrical components within the Capitol Complex and outlying buildings. Work includes wiring, panel boards, service equipment, circuit breakers, transfer switches, feeders, indoor and outdoor lighting, electric steam boilers, relays, transformers, and modular furniture electric distribution. You will have the opportunity to pinpoint and correct power failures and short circuits, including reviewing and following blueprints as well as drawing specifications and layout sketches in order to prepare for material requirements. This position may require that you work from ladders, scaffolding, and lifts to heights of 40 feet.

Apply today to join our team and help us keep our historic capital maintained for future generations!

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings, including mandatory snow and ice removal. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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 title); or Four years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: You must possess a valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction. You must possess an active motor vehicle license. Additional Requirements: You must be willing and able to work in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Formal training in a high school or vocational program, apprenticeship, or post high school technical program in the Electrical trade Possession of a Journeyman License or Master's License Electrical experience in the commercial or industrial setting Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints Experience with 3 phase electrical systems Experience working with voltages over 480V Experience as a lead worker on an electrical project and/or job Experience in snow removal with plows, snow blowers, or other snow removal equipment This job occasionally requires working at heights. Willingness and ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, bucket trucks or man lifts This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding. If no applicable union-covered bidders apply, other applicants may be considered. 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 positi n. 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.