Electrician

Position Summary

As an Electrician, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Performing all phases of electrical work including installation of electrical wiring, repair of electrical systems and hookup of electrical equipment.
• Maintaining, servicing, and repairing portable and fixed electrical equipment, including emergency power generators.
• Selecting and recommending purchase of materials, equipment and supplies.
• Submitting monthly reports.
• Maintaining safe working conditions including: ensuring all tools are accounted for, maintaining key control, enforcing Lockout-Tagout policy and procedures, and instructing staff on electrical safety.

Salary Information

Pay is based on the number of leave hours selected in accordance with the Trade Rates Booklet in effect at time of appointment. $46.65 per hour if 100 hours of leave, $45.91 per hour if 140 hours of leave, or $45.17 per hour if 180 hours of leave.

A 12-month probationary period is required. This position is represented by the Wisconsin State Building Trades bargaining unit and is in pay schedule and range 04/00.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility after their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Licensure in the State of Wisconsin as a Master Electrician as determined by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience interpreting DHS or National Electric Code (NEC) codes and guidelines.
• Confined Space training or certification.
• Experience instructing and directing other co-workers or trade staff.

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.

How To Apply

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Helpful Information:

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here.

You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is September 5th by 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.