Journeyman Electrician

Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 2 Electrical Crew Warrenton and Banks Job Details Initial Posting Date: 08/04/2026 Application Deadline: 08/19/2026 Agency: Department of Transportation Salary Range: $5,988 - $7,968 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Journeyman Electrician Job Description Electrician 2 – Journeyman Electrician Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 2 Electrical Crew Warrenton and Banks The Role Are you a licensed journeyman electrician looking for a rewarding career where your skills make a real impact? Join our team and take on challenging, hands-on work maintaining and improving the electrical systems that keep Oregon's highways safe and moving. Every day brings a variety of projects, opportunities to solve problems and the chance to work with a team dedicated to serving the public. In this role, you'll actively support ODOT's mission to provide a safe and reliable transportation system while serving the communities of Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and western Washington counties. This position will be based out of Warrenton but will also work out of Banks as needed. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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! Minimum Qualifications A General Journeyman Electrical license. Be sure a copy of your license is attached to your application form. Special Qualifications This position requires a maximum 60 minute response time to 1960 SE Dolphin Ave, Warrenton 97146 OR for emergency call‑outs. This position requires a maximum 60 minute response time to 48400 NW Sunset Hwy, Banks 97106 for emergency call‑outs. You must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license B (CDL-B) with no air brake 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 no air brake restrictions and no manual transmission 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. As of Sept. 29, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has rescinded prior guidance that allowed state DMVs to issue limited term commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs). As a result, individuals who hold a lawful employment authorization document (EAD) are no longer eligible to obtain a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) or commercial driver’s license (CDL). This federal policy change may impact candidates applying for positions that require a CDL. For more information, please refer to the FMCSA announcement and the accompanying FAQ. What We’d Like To See If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience and education to help us decide who will move forward. Demonstrated experience applying safety practices. Strong understanding of electrical principles and mathematics, including Ohm's Law, load calculations, electrical measurements and basic troubleshooting. Demonstrated experience installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment. Demonstrated experience performing wiring, installation and repair tasks that require precision and manual dexterity. Proficient with use of power and hand tools. Additional Information We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension]. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies. We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position. You will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidavit Acting Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1. 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