Electrician - Electrical Mechanic DOT

Milwaukee County Wisconsin•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Milwaukee County DOT’s Highway Maintenance Department is hiring an Electrical Mechanic (DOT) to maintain, construct, and repair electrical systems used in county highway operations. Under the supervision of the Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance Trades Supervisor, the position involves troubleshooting complex electrical circuits, operating specialized equipment, and following safety protocols in challenging environments. Work may involve extreme heights, confined spaces, all-weather conditions, and working alongside moving traffic on Interstate, State, and County roadways. This is a year-round, full-time position paying $46.50 per hour. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, with 8-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The employee must be able to work flexible schedules and be on call. Milwaukee County will cover training and associated costs for obtaining the required Class B CDL without an air brake restriction within six months of appointment.

Requirements

Must be a current Wisconsin resident at the time of application.
Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Must obtain a Class B CDL without an air brake restriction within six months of appointment and maintain it thereafter.
Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must hold a valid State of Wisconsin Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License.
Must have five years of experience as a journeyman electrician, or hold a State of Wisconsin Master Electrician License and have one year of electrical experience.
Must demonstrate intermediate proficiency with relevant computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
Must have basic familiarity with mapping software, including Google Maps and GIS.
Must be able to be on call and work flexible schedules.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Wisconsin Master Electrician License.
Class B CDL without an air brake restriction.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair electrical power, transmission, lighting, communication signal, alarm, and traffic signal systems, instruments, apparatus, and associated equipment.
Repair circuits, terminate and splice high-voltage cables, resolve circuit issues, and install motors, motor starting switches, and remote equipment.
Maintain, repair, and install electrical cabinets, with an emphasis on troubleshooting motor controls and automated sequence controls.
Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, specifications, and diagrams.
Use tools specific to the electrical trade to construct and repair components.
Safely operate CDL-rated power lift boom trucks at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
Comply with local and national codes and established safety standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.