General Electrician II

Position Summary

Incumbents of this position test, repair, install, and/or maintain various types of electrical systems and equipment; troubleshoot electrical and related equipment; maintain adequate inventory of equipment and materials; inspect the work of outside contractors; and determine materials and/or equipment necessary for a job and on-the-job procedure changes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Test, repair, install and/or maintain various types of electrical systems and equipment by operating the appropriate equipment and tools to ensure proper maintenance and functioning of necessary equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and related equipment by using necessary equipment and reading schematics, diagrams, and outlines to identify and correct operational problems.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of equipment and materials by contacting vendors for equipment prices and ordering equipment and materials.
• Inspect the work of outside contractors visually to ensure compliance with agency safety codes and regulations.
• Determine on-the-job procedure changes by consulting with trades people, private utilities, outside contractors, and engineers to obtain technical advice and coordinate and expedite work projects.
• Determine acceptable quality of materials and/or equipment necessary for a job to ensure that completed work projects comply with specifications.
• Perform related duties such as reviewing technical literature to keep abreast of developments in the field; resetting fire alarm systems; deciding when to kill main electrical power supply in an emergency; setting up, breaking down and/or moving staging; drafting schematics, diagrams and outlines; and providing on-the-job training.
• Write technical specifications for equipment purchases.
• Attend meetings, seminars, workshops, etc. to exchange information.
• Maintain reports such as time and production, repair, vacation, cost analysis, etc.
• Interview prospective employees.

Qualifications

• Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
• All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
• Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume/application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
• Applicants must have at least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a licensed journeyman or master electrician.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Journeyman License or Master Electrician's License (in addition to a valid Massachusetts Journeyman's License) issued by the State Examiners of Electricians.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.