Electrician

In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Electrician I vacancies within the Parks Division over the next six months.

King County Parks is seeking a skilled Electrician I to join our Parks Crafts Crew! If you’re looking to put your journey-level expertise to work in a role that truly supports your community, this is a chance to help power the places where King County plays, gathers, and grows. From athletic fields and aquatic centers to trails, utility systems, and vibrant public facilities, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that keeps our parks safe and welcoming.

This hands-on position is ideal for an electrician who can work independently, troubleshoot complex electrical problems, perform preventive maintenance, complete new installations, and adapt to changing operational priorities. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety while working in a variety of environments, including occupied public facilities, outdoor spaces, utility areas, and maintenance shops.

King County Parks offers an exceptional range of electrical systems and technical challenges. The Parks Crafts Crew Electricians maintain and support a diverse portfolio of equipment and infrastructure, including interior and exterior lighting; athletic field, parking lot, and pathway lighting; electrical distribution systems; generators and automatic transfer switches; emergency power and UPS systems; HVAC and building controls; pumps and lift stations;

irrigation systems; security and access control; fire and life-safety systems; photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems; electric vehicle charging infrastructure; and other essential Parks electrical assets. This variety provides an outstanding opportunity to apply your existing expertise, solve challenging problems, and continue expanding your skills across a broad range of electrical systems that keep Parks facilities safe, reliable, and operational.

The Electrician I will collaborate closely with Parks trades teams, supervisors, facility staff, contractors, vendors, engineers, and other support partners. King County Parks is dedicated to maintaining safe, functional, accessible, and welcoming public spaces. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting that mission through reliable electrical maintenance, timely repairs, high-quality installations, preventive maintenance, and exceptional service to both Parks staff and the public.

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Electrician I you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
• Maintain interior and exterior lighting, including athletic fields, pathways, parking lots, and buildings.
• Work on electrical panels, wiring, conduit, motors, pumps, HVAC equipment, and control systems.
• Maintain generators, transfer switches, emergency power, UPS, solar, battery storage, and EV charging systems.
• Perform scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance to identify problems before equipment fails.
• Read electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Identify the cause of electrical issues and verify repairs are safe and working properly.
• Estimate materials and labor, obtain supplies, and support maintenance…