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Lead Electrician
Job in
Gresham, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97080, USA
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
State of Oregon
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Installation Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Application Deadline:06/04/2026
Agency:
Department of Transportation Salary Range:$6,581 - $8,764
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Lead Electrician
Job Description:
Electrician 3 – Lead Electrician Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 1
Electrical Crew Clackamas The role:
If you hold a general supervising electrical license, this job is for you! In this role, you’ll perform electrical work, oversee and support lower‑level electricians, sign off on completed jobs and secure required permits. You’ll also help plan projects, solve technical challenges and contribute to material selection and team development. This position connects directly with ODOT's mission to provide a safe and efficient transportation system with its daily work on the highway system.
This crew is a regional ODOT maintenance crew that services Washington, Multnomah, Clackamas and Hood River counties.
Our first application screening is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.
Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
A day in the life:
Make informed decisions on the job site, troubleshoot independently, and successfully self‑manage tasks using written or oral instructions.
Lead and support the crew by modeling professional conduct, estimating project scope, planning, assigning and reviewing the work of lower‑level employees.
Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical equipment that is overhead, on poles with a height up to 110 feet or is underground. Equipment includes:
Traffic signal hardware.
Variable message signs.
Roadway video/camera systems.
Portable light plants and generators.
Extensions, modifications and repairs to branch circuits in and around all ODOT facilities.
Lighting fixtures, including on bridges (LED, HPS, Fluorescent, etc.).Drawbridge controls and related circuitry.
Motor controls for shop equipment, including air compressors, overhead doors, fuel pumps, ventilation, rock crushers, storm water pumps and HVAC.Participate in team development and train apprentice electricians.
Work outdoors on a year-round basis in all weather conditions, often in close proximity to heavy highway traffic.
Some work on structures of high elevation such as bridges, light towers and buildings.
Must be available to work any time, 24/7, including holidays and respond to emergencies.
Must be capable of lifting up to 70 pounds, bending, stooping and sitting in a vehicle for long periods.
This position requires the ability to distinguish colors.
To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitmentgon.gov.
What’s in it for you:
Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
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Minimum qualifications:
A general supervising electrical license. Be sure a copy of your license is attached to your application form.
Special qualifications:
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