DOT Highway Electrical Technician Transportation Maintainer FM

Position Summary

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT), is seeking a qualified Transportation Maintainer 2 (DOT Highway Electrical Technician) to perform electrical repairs, installation, and maintenance of traffic lights and highway illumination within District 2 Milford Electrical Facility. Upon successful completion of a 2‑year training period, the incumbent may be promoted to the target class of Qualified Craft Worker (Electrical).

• Monday – Friday, full time, 40 hours per week
• First shift, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

• Perform electrical repairs, installation, and maintenance of traffic signals and highway lighting.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks for high‑level work, including high‑voltage repairs.
• Respond to emergency duty assignments, including snow and ice removal, winter overtime from November 1 through April 30, and storm events requiring extended on‑site presence.
• Work at heights on highways and secondary roads, ensuring safety and compliance with DOT policies.
• Assist with reporting, radio monitoring, and coordination of emergency responses at state‑owned facilities.
• Perform related duties as assigned in construction, maintenance, and mechanical repair activities.

• Formal electrical education with proof of certification and at least two (2) years of experience in the electrical field.
• Current and valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank endorsement (Class A or B) and a valid Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC).
• Must be willing to accept emergency duty assignments, including working at heights and high‑voltage repairs.
• Must reside within 30 miles of the posted job location.
• Completion of a pre‑employment physical and respirator fit test is required.

• Accredited electrical training program with certification.
• At least two (2) years of working experience in the electrical field.
• Experience working with heights in a bucket truck and high‑voltage repairs.
• Experience wiring basic electrical circuits and reading basic blueprints.

• Competitive state employee benefits (health, dental, retirement, etc.).
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Healthy work/life balance for all employees.

The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.