Electrician; Local

Posting

Start Date:

September 1, 2026

Posting End Date:

September 15, 2026

Position Number:

Union:

Local 77

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Department:

Engineering

Pay Grade:

PR65A

Hourly Rate:

$28.16

Employment Type:

Full Time

Building

Location:

District 4 Maintenance Building

Building Street:

331 W. Germantown Pike

Building City:

Plymouth Meeting

Building State:

Pennsylvania (US-PA)

Building Zip Code:

19462

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.

This is skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures at various locations for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). An employee in this class is responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard practices of the electrical and mechanical trades. Work is assigned and reviewed by a supervisor through observation of equipment installed, repaired or maintained and adherence to the electrical code.

Maintains, repairs and installs electric motors, relays, conductors, pumps, heaters, fans, air conditioners, electric services, distribution centers, breaker panels, card control devices, emergency generators, switch gears, transformers, roadway lighting, tunnel lighting, general lighting, conduit and associated wiring.

Locates and corrects power failures and short circuits.

Estimates time and materials needed for projects.

Inspects, isolates, troubleshoots and repairs electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.

Inspects completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations.

Operates an aerial lift and works at heights.

Operates and properly maintains systems, tools and equipment of the electrical trade.

Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches and prints.

Must be available 24/7/365 for emergency response.

Performs related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent certification.

• Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL)
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a valid CDL learner’s permit. Must pass the Class B CDL road test by the end of the probationary period (new hires) or trial period (current employees).

The incumbent may not have any of the following restrictions on their CDL or learner’s permit:

• E – Prohibits the operation of manual transmission vehicles
• K – Restricts the CDL driver to intrastate driving. Applicable for employment at Trevose, Homewood and Searights locations only.
• L or Z – Prohibits driving a commercial vehicle equipped with airbrakes

Must possess a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT Physical Card).

• Completion of electrical technical training at an accredited technical school and three (3) years of experience with a commercial/residential balance as an electrician;
• Five (5) years of documented electrical experience with a commercial/residential balance.

Safety/Electrical Safety Customer Service Problem Solving/Analysis Regular and Predictable Attendance Communication Proficiency Reliability Quality Control Teamwork Orientation Flexibility Active Listening Initiative Driven

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing and reading reports. Position requires frequent travel and/or fieldwork with exposure to roadway traffic. Incumbents must be able to read fine print and fine details with no color deficiencies.…