Electrician - Electrical Mechanic DOT

Milwaukee County • Milwaukee, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee County DOT’s Highway Maintenance Department is hiring an Electrical Mechanic (DOT) to maintain, construct, and repair electrical systems integral to county highway operations. Under the supervision of the Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance Trades Supervisor, the role involves troubleshooting intricate electrical circuits, operating specialized equipment, and following safety protocols in challenging conditions, including extreme heights, confined spaces, all weather, and alongside moving traffic on Interstate, State, and County roadways.

This is a year-round, full-time regular position with an hourly pay rate of $46.50 and a Monday–Friday schedule of 8-hour shifts, 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Milwaukee County covers the training and associated costs required to obtain the Class B CDL within six months of appointment.

Requirements

• Must be a current resident of Wisconsin at the time of application.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License; a Class B CDL without an air brake restriction is required within six months of appointment and must be maintained thereafter.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid State of Wisconsin Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License.
• Five years of experience as a journeyman electrician, or a State of Wisconsin Master Electrician License with one year of electrical experience.
• Intermediate proficiency with relevant computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Basic familiarity with mapping software, including Google Maps and GIS.
• Ability to be on call and work flexible schedules.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60 lbs.

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 associated 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 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 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.

What This Job Offers

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