Electrician - Electrical Mechanic DOT

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Mechanic (DOT) works under the supervision of the Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance Trades Supervisor and maintains, constructs, and repairs electrical systems used in Milwaukee County highway operations. The role requires troubleshooting intricate electrical circuits, operating specialized equipment, and following safety protocols in challenging environments, including extreme heights, confined spaces, all weather conditions, and alongside moving traffic on Interstate, State, and County roadways. This is a year-round, full-time regular position with the Milwaukee County DOT Highway Maintenance Department. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with eight-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The hourly pay rate is $46.50. The position may also require on-call availability and flexible schedules.

Requirements

Be a current resident of Wisconsin at the time of application.
Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Obtain a Class B CDL without an air-brake restriction within six months of appointment and maintain it thereafter; Milwaukee County DOT covers training and associated costs.
Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Possess a valid State of Wisconsin Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License.
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.
Demonstrate intermediate proficiency with relevant computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
Have basic familiarity with mapping software, including Google Maps and GIS.
Be able to work on call and flexible schedules.
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 systems, traffic signals, instruments, apparatus, and related equipment.
Execute circuit repairs; 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 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 for component construction and repair.
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.