Electrician - Nebraska State Penitentiary

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Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services
- Agency 46

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$24.001

Job Posting:

JR Electrician
- Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open)
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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking candidates for the Electrician position at the Nebraska State Penitentiary. We are looking for someone with an Electrical license or can acquire that license through their experience and/or training.

Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.
13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
Military leave
156% state-matched retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance plans

Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

Uniforms provided

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

Wide variety and availability of career advancement

Meaningful public service - service with a purpose!

Numerous training and development opportunities

Information about the Department can be found at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For additional information call . For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, contact Megan Jones esDUTIES:

Install, alter, and maintain electrical systems, including overhead andunderground circuits, de-energized high-voltage equipment, and interiorpower distribution.

Lay out, assemble, install, and test conduit systems, wiring, switches,outlets, panels, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.

Repair and maintain electrical motors, generators, appliances, andspecialized equipment such as HVAC units, refrigeration systems,dishwashers, and laundry equipment.

Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical systems and equipment to identify and correct deficiencies.

Estimate time, materials, and costs for work orders and requisitionnecessary supplies; obtain required permits for electrical work.

Clean, repair, and maintain tools and equipment used in the trade.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.

Instruct and mentor helpers in electrical practices and safety procedures.

Advise on selection, ordering, and storage of electrical materials and equipment.

Requirements /

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license OR Electrical Contractor license or eligibility to become licensed in Nebraska.

Legal Requirements:
Per the Nebraska State Electrical Act (Neb. Rev. Statues 81-, a current Electrical Contractor license is required to obtain electrical permits, and a current Journeyman Electrical License is required to perform electrical installation.

Preferred Qualifications :
Knowledge and prior experience with electrical system and equipment.

Experience with fire alarm systems, fence alarms, door controls, and low voltage wiring.

Experience with commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.

Other :
Applicants passing the interview must also pass a security background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: the medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

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