Electrician 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Maintenance Division is looking for a motivated Electrician 2 to assist in maintaining the historic facilities at the Capitol Complex and adjacent office buildings. This role gives you the opportunity to work with a wide range of electrical equipment across historic, complex, and high demand environments. Your skills will help ensure safe, reliable service for staff, partners, and visitors throughout the Capitol Complex and beyond. If your education, training, and experience are in this line of work, apply today to provide a necessary service to the citizens of Pennsylvania! This role focuses on skilled electrical work that supports power systems, building operations, and safety across several Commonwealth facilities. As an Electrician 2, you will perform the following duties: Journeyman Duties: Plan and coordinate electrical work involving wiring, equipment, lighting, and controls Code Knowledge: Maintain strong understanding of National Electrical Code standards Problem Correction: Pinpoint and correct power failures and short circuits EV Assessment: Review locations for EV charging stations and prepare drawings, lists, and project details Meter Operation: Use electrical meters and devices to support accurate diagnostics and repairs Blueprint Review: Follow blueprints and specifications when preparing permit paperwork and planning tasks.

Requirements

• Six years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment, including two years performing skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years performing skilled electrical installation and repair work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures.
• Possession of a valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction (City of Harrisburg).
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Formal training in a high school or vocational program, apprenticeship, or post-high school technical program in the Electrical trade
• Electrical experience in a commercial or industrial setting
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
• Experience with 3 phase electrical systems
• Experience working with voltages over 480v
• Experience as a lead worker on an electrical project and/or job
• Experience in snow removal with plows, snow blowers, or other snow removal equipment
• Willing and able to occasionally work from ladders, scaffolding, bucket trucks, or man lifts

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate electrical work involving wiring, equipment, lighting, and controls
• Maintain strong understanding of National Electrical Code standards
• Pinpoint and correct power failures and short circuits
• Review locations for EV charging stations and prepare drawings, lists, and project details
• Use electrical meters and devices to support accurate diagnostics and repairs
• Follow blueprints and specifications when preparing permit paperwork and planning tasks

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED