THE POSITION
The High Voltage Electrician role with the Department of General Services offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment that keeps essential electrical systems running. This position allows you to play a key part in maintaining safe power operations for important state facilities. You will gain valuable experience while supporting a mission that affects many people. Join a team that values skill, safety, and service.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports the reliable operation of electrical systems across the facility and responds quickly during emergency conditions. The work ensures safe, steady power to vital systems. As a High Voltage Electrician, you will perform the following duties:
- System Analysis: Evaluate electrical equipment and interpret instrument readings to identify conditions and make adjustments
- Emergency Response: Perform emergency cutouts, substitutions, and repairs while following strict safety procedures
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean, repair, and calibrate control devices, generators, meters, and related components
- Power Distribution: Operate switchboard controls to manage power generation and distribution across multiple locations
- Technical Testing: Test cables, transformers, breakers, and motors using appropriate tools and procedures
- Field Operations: Install transformers, cables, and wiring; operate lift equipment; and travel between sites as needed
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- This is a 5 day per week, 16 hour per day operation subject to shift work. Work shifts are 7.5 hours per day, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position is essential and you will be required to work during emergencies and office closings.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of a High Voltage Electrician Training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Six years of journey-level electrical experience, including eighteen months of experience in high voltage electrical work.
Special Requirement:
- You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License which is not under suspension.
Condition of Employment:
- You must possess a valid Master Electrician License from the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Additional Requirements:
- This position is located at 509 North 7th Street, Harrisburg, PA. You must be willing and able to report to this location daily for work.
- You must be willing and able to work different shifts.
- You must be able to work in confined spaces.
- You must have at least 18 months industrial/commercial style switchgear experience.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Possess computer/technologies experience in any of the following: Word, Excel, AIM work order, ESS system, smart phone, email
- Experience working from ladders, scaffolding, bucket truck, or manlifts while following safety procedures
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
