Journeyman Electrician

Salary: $32.57 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01851
Department: Military Department
Division: Military Department
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: TDEL08


Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Supports the 153d Airlift Wing's facilities , including 17 main habitable buildings totaling 400,000 square feet of heated space. To maintain, repair, inspect, and upgrade electrical distribution, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems, and provide critical protection of C-130 aircraft and building occupants.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Maintain electrical components through preventative maintenance of systems and equipment. From simple repair or replacement of lighting fixtures and electrical devices to advanced maintenance and programming of fire alarm systems and complex electrical components. This work requires knowledge of electrical code, building code, and safe work practices.
• Install new power and lighting circuits where needed, generator and automatic switchgear systems, and any electrical system necessary. Demo existing areas, calculate, redesign, and reconfigure them to suit the new demands of occupants. Estimate time and materials to complete projects efficiently.
• Monitor, program, and maintain through a regularly scheduled fire alarm program. Troubleshoot fire alarm systems when necessary and add to or remove components to suit the system as needed.
• Maintain the lightning protection systems (LPS) of critical facilities on base. Repair and replace broken and worn parts in the system. Perform and record annual physical and visual inspections of the systems.
• Review of electrical projects. Review blueprints and submittals of new facilities and remodel projects. Read the specifications of the projects and look over the blueprints at various stages of inception. Give input as to code requirements, electrical design, and equipment layout or placement. Work with the engineers and construction contractors to troubleshoot design deficiencies.
• Assist other trades to complete multi-trade tasks such as replacing pumps, installing air conditioning or heating units, or general labor duties. Provide technical expertise when asked about equipment that requires multiple inputs from several trades.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a security clearance.
• Participate in snow removal as required/member of snow team.
• Computer knowledge, iEMS, Builder, Word, Excel, time sheets, and ordering parts.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those applicants with a Journeyman level licensing and must be able to show the licensing in the State of Wyoming.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of electrical principles and practices for maintaining a functioning electrical system to include high voltage and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Specialized systems such as fire alarms and security systems.
• Ability to work with mechanical systems such as generators, controls, and motors.
• Must be able to troubleshoot most electrical systems in a timely manner so that facilities can function at or near 100% of capability.
• Knowledge of the electrical trade's tools, materials, methods, and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

As required by the licensing board

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Journeyman's Electrician License
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working in and out of doors presents many different working conditions (snow, rain, wind, dust, and dirt).
• Travel as required, employee must be able to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• A valid Wyoming driver's license is required for this position.
• This individual will also be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• This is an essential personnel position; the individual will be required to report to the base on short notice at times for emergency maintenance and snow removal.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information
007-Wyoming Military Department - Civil Engineers

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• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

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(TDEL08) Which of the following best describes your work experience as an Electrician?Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: any experience working full-time as a journeyman electrician, using electrical trades.

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(TDEL08) Do you possess a Journeyman's Electrician License?

• Yes
• No

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(AB) Please provide your license/certificate no. in the box below.
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Do you hold a Journeyman Electrician License in the State of Wyoming, and can you provide proof of your license?

• Yes
• No

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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09


(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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