This position will be filled at the Technician I, II, or III level. The level and salary offered will be dependent upon education and experience.
Open until filled with a best consideration date of July 23,2026. This posting may close without notice.
The hiring salary for Electrical Technician I is $47,573.57.
The hiring salary for Electrical Technician II is $53,453.40.
The hiring salary for Electrical Technician III is $60,060.20.
Charles County Government is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to perform a variety of tasks associated with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, alteration, and replacement of primary and backup electrical assets such as equipment, systems, and structures. Technician will address and resolve routine preventive maintenance requirements, corrective maintenance issues, and work requests submitted by departments and agencies in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
Description of Career Ladder Series
Electrical Technician I to Electrical Technician II
- Two years of satisfactory conduct and performance (this includes a satisfactory rating on every category for the annual performance evaluations) as an Electrical Technician I.
- Written recommendation of the Electrical Superintendent. *
- Demonstrates technical proficiency at the journeyman level.
- Completed 100 hours of training related to the Electrical trade during the same two-year employment period.
- The written recommendation must describe the type and quality of work performed by the Electrical Technician I that demonstrates the employee is capable to work as an Electrical Technician II. Concurrence of the written recommendation is required by the Chief of Buildings and Trades.
Electrical Technician II to Electrical Technician III
- Two years of satisfactory conduct and performance (this includes a satisfactory rating on every category for the annual performance evaluations) as an Electrical Technician II
- Written recommendation of the Electrical Superintendent. *
- Demonstrates technical proficiency and has obtained a journeyman’s license issued by the State of Maryland Board of Electrical Examiners.
- Completed 150 hours of training related to the electrical trade during the same two-year employment period.
- The written recommendation must describe the type and quality of work performed by the Electrical Technician II that demonstrates the employee is capable to work as an Electrical Technician III. Concurrence of the written recommendation is required by the Chief of Buildings and Trades.
Electrical Technician III
Must have and maintain a Journeyman’s license issued by the State of Maryland Board of Electrical Examiners. Senior-level of the career ladder series for Electrical Technicians. An Electrical Technician III may apply for a supervisory position.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), Completion of a Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program or similar program related to electrical trade is preferred for all Electrical Technicians plus:
Electrical Technician I: Two years of experience with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, alteration, and replacement of electrical equipment, systems, and structures or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
Electrical Technician II: Four years of progressively responsible experience, performing at the journeyman-level, with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, alteration, and replacement of electrical equipment, systems, and structures or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training. The level of performance needed includes but not limited to: completing tasks with little to no supervision, solving non-routine problems, independent technical competence, performs advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics, complies with the electrical code, conducts preventive maintenance, independently handles emergency repairs and installs specialized systems.
Electrical Technician III: Journeyman license issued by the State of Maryland Board of Electrical Examiners. Seven years of progressively responsible experience with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, alteration, and replacement of electrical equipment, systems, and structures. or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination conducted by a licensed medical examiner listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) National Registry is preferred for all Electrical Technicians.
Electrical Technician III: Journeyman’s License issued by the State of Maryland Board of
Electrical Examiners. Must maintain license to remain as an Electrical Technician III.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Employee will have unrestricted access to county owned, operated, and maintained facilities. Employee is required to execute all duties with ethics and integrity and must take the appropriate measures to safeguard confidential information.
Employee may need to attend training specific to a facility or the activities that occur in a facility prior to accessing the facility.
Work is subject to frequent interruptions.
Employee is subject to call back in emergencies.
Employee may be on-call during nonbusiness hours.
THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of National Electrical Code and other codes, standards, regulations, and practices related to electrical trade.
- Knowledge of design, use, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment, systems, and structures.
- Knowledge of county policies and procedures, standard operational practices, and safety regulations.
- Knowledge of customer service and quality standards.
- Knowledge of basic office procedures, computers, and iPads.
- Ability to read and understand work orders, plans, specifications, and instructions.
- Ability to make precisely coordinated movements and grasp or assemble small objects.
- Ability to successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively manage conflict and resolve disputes.
- Ability to actively listen to customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to diagnose the cause and related symptoms of malfunctions and proficiently repair electrical equipment, systems, and structures.
- Ability to safely operate testing instruments; handheld, electric, or hydraulic tools; and personal protective equipment.
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
- Ability to prepare accurate records and reports.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion and is performed in shop or field settings and may be outside. Typical positions require employees to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 50 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. The employee needs to be agile enough to work under, in, and above equipment, systems, and structures.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primary duties of this job are performed in a shop or field setting or outside.
Department/Division: Public Works Facilities/Buildings and Trades
Pay Grade: 108-112
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Telework Eligible: No
Reports To: Electrical Superintendent. As directed, employee may temporarily report to other supervisory personnel.
Supervises: May provide supervision and direction to employees or contractors as assigned or needed to complete work.
