Electrician

THE POSITION

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Maintenance Division is looking for a motivated Electrician 2 to assist in maintaining the historic facilities at the Capitol Complex and adjacent office buildings. This position offers the chance to apply your technical skills in a setting that keeps these key facilities safe and operational to support state government operations.

This position supports critical electrical work across multiple state buildings and ensures that essential systems operate safely and dependably. As an Electrician 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Journeyman Electrical Duties:
  Plan, coordinate, perform, and be accountable for the installation and maintenance of electrical components.
• System Troubleshooting:
  Locate and fix power failures, shorts, and related electrical issues.
• Project Planning:
  Review and analyze requested location for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations; create project drawings and plans for UCC and other approvals.
• Collaborative Coordination:
  Plan and coordinate project efforts with other tradespersons and department personnel, attend and contribute to project planning meetings, and assist with seasonal duties.
• Equipment Use:
  Operate electrical testing devices and tools, erect and work from scaffolding and lifts, properly use safety equipment, and install steel conduit.
• Lead Work:
  Guide trainees and helpers by assigning tasks, reviewing work for accuracy, and providing assistance with apprenticeship readiness and license test preparation.

This position is considered essential. You will be required to report in-office during emergencies and office closings.

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

• Six years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment, including at least two years of skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi‑unit residential structures; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes at least two years of skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi‑unit residential structures.

• Possession of a valid license as a journey‑level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction (City of Harrisburg).
• Active motor‑vehicle license.

• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Formal training in a high school or vocational program, apprenticeship, or post‑high‑school technical program in the electrical trade.
• Possession of a Master’s Electrician License.
• Electrical experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Experience with 3‑phase electrical systems.
• Experience working with voltages over 480 V.
• 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.
• Willingness and ability to occasionally work from ladders, scaffolding, bucket trucks, or man lifts.

• 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, visit the Pennsylvania state website for veteran employment preferences.

• Telephone: 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

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.