Journeyman Electrician

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Electrician 2 – Journeyman Electrician Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 2 Electrical Crew Salem The role: Are you a licensed Electrician looking for meaningful work that keeps Oregon moving? Join our team and put your skills to work in the field helping maintain and improve the electrical systems that keep our highways safe and efficient. This hands-on position supports ODOT’s mission to provide a safe and reliable transportation system and serves communities across Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions. Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile. A day in the life: Roadside Electrical Work to include traffic signals, illumination, warning flashers, and other roadside features. Facility Electrical work. Work on and below bridge navigation, aviation and illumination electrical. Work is often in bucket trucks, scissor lifts and ladders. Use technology to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems. Work outdoors on a year-round basis in all weather conditions, often in close proximity to heavy highway traffic. Some work on structures of high elevation such as bridges, light towers and buildings. Must be available to work any time, 24/7, including holidays and respond to emergencies. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping and sitting in a vehicle for long periods. This position requires the ability to distinguish colors. To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [email protected]. What’s in it for you: Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity! Want to know about new job postings? Subscribe to receive weekly email notifications!

Requirements

A General Journeyman Electrical license. Be sure a copy of your license is attached to your application form.
This position requires a maximum 60 minute response time to 885 Airport Rd. SE (Bldg T), Salem 97301 for emergency call-outs.
You must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license B (CDL-B) with a tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions, OR have the ability to acquire a class B commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire and a CDL-B with a tanker endorsement and restrictions removed within six months of hire (ODOT will cover training costs) to be considered eligible for this position.
A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse registration and full query check for our final candidate(s) and annual query for current employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying safety practices.
Strong electrical mathematics knowledge (examples: Ohm’s law, load calculations, measurements)
Mechanical experience.
Experience with intricate dexterity for wiring, installation and repairs.
Proficient with use of power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

Roadside Electrical Work to include traffic signals, illumination, warning flashers, and other roadside features.
Facility Electrical work.
Work on and below bridge navigation, aviation and illumination electrical.
Work is often in bucket trucks, scissor lifts and ladders.
Use technology to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems.
Work outdoors on a year-round basis in all weather conditions, often in close proximity to heavy highway traffic.
Some work on structures of high elevation such as bridges, light towers and buildings.
Must be available to work any time, 24/7, including holidays and respond to emergencies.
Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping and sitting in a vehicle for long periods.
This position requires the ability to distinguish colors.