Medium Voltage Electrician

Are you experienced in conducting preventative maintenance and repairs on various mechanical and electrical systems, including power supply, lighting, fire alarms, traffic light controls, carbon monoxide analyzers, and tunnel ventilation fans? If this sounds like you, the Department of Transportation has an exciting opportunity! We are seeking a Medium Voltage Electrician who is enthusiastic about electrical work to become part of our team, ensuring the smooth operation of our tunnel systems. Do not miss out on this chance to advance your skills and make a meaningful impact, apply today!

This position requires possession of personal hand tools commonly used by journeyman electricians. Primary responsibilities include cleaning and lubricating ventilation fan motors, bearings, dampers, and drive units, alongside executing mechanical repairs and part replacements. You will be tasked with diagnosing electrical circuit problems and defective components by interpreting diagrams and utilizing testing equipment. Additional duties encompass repairing or replacing worn parts and servicing both low-voltage control circuits and high-voltage systems, which involves cleaning tunnel light fixtures and rewiring. The installation of electrical devices, fixtures, cables, and conduits must adhere to industry standards. The role also includes maintaining detection and recording devices, with a requirement to work shifts that extend beyond standard hours. Physical requirements involve lifting up to 50 lbs, operating various electrical tools, climbing ladders, and working at heights. Furthermore, establishing traffic patterns for work-zone safety is necessary. The job may require prolonged standing or walking while wearing safety gear and working in proximity to moving traffic, which necessitates strict safety measures. There is a potential risk of encountering hazardous plants, insects, or animals, and employees may experience injuries such as bruises or sprains. Compliance with environmental protection regulations during maintenance activities is also critical.

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.
• Possible rotating shift work due to 24/7 operations
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of journey-level experience in the electrical trade; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).
• 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.

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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.