Maintenance Electrician (Journeyman) | Full Time

31.38 - $40.32 Hourly
Permanent Full Time
Transportation
Bargaining Unit
however, you will find two job postings running concurrently on this website. If you are a Journeyman, please submit your application for the Electrician Licensed E9 (Job Number: 5901-26-BR-2-ELE9-JH). If you are a Master Electrician, please submit your application for the Electrician Master Licensed E10 (Job Number: 5901-25-BR-5-ELE10-JH). You are also welcome to submit your application for both positions.
This position is responsible for the maintenance of all electronic traffic control devices and electrical equipment for the Bay Region. This position is an experienced level that performs work independently or as part of an electrician work group to address the state trunkline electrical needs. Responsibilities of this position include installing, repairing, inspecting, and performing routine and emergency maintenance on traffic signals, freeway lighting, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) facilities, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and related electronic equipment. This position may inspect the work of contractors hired by MDOT to install signals, ITS equipment, and freeway lighting to ensure that all work conforms to specifications and to the electrical code as regulated by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
The duties of this position require the incumbent to drive an aerial bucket truck weighing more than 26,000 pounds with occasional towing requirements (e.g., The incumbent is also required to operate the aerial lift equipment in order to perform the duties of this position. Duties which will require the use of this equipment include, but are not limited to, installing and/or repairing aerial traffic signal equipment, setting poles and pedestals, installing and/or repairing overhead wires and cables, and installing and/or repairing lighting at MDOT facilities.
S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Possess a journeyman electrician's license.
Possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) learner’s permit upon appointment to the position and possession of a CDL Group A with either an N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions which must be obtained within 12 months of the date of hire into the position.
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Please view Student Loan Information ( to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
ELECTRN - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and a journeyman electrician's license? Do you possess a Journeyman Electrician license or higher issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)? If you possess this license, please provide your license number in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Do you possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Commercial Learner's Permit?
Do you possess a Group A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a "N" or "X" endorsement and no air brake restrictions?
If you do not have a CDL as listed above: 1) Do you possess a Group A CDL without the N or X endorsement, and no Air Brake restrictions OR 2) A Group B CDL with or without the N or X endorsement, and no Air Brake restrictions? If so, are you willing and able to obtain a Group A CDL with the N or X endorsement from the State of Michigan within twelve months of being hired into this position?
I already possess a CDL A with N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions
If you do not possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit, are you willing and able to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit prior to being hired into this position?
I already possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit
If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
~ Are you willing and able to work in/around potentially hazardous conditions such as heavy and fast-moving traffic, primary electrical lines, and working with secondary voltages – including in adverse weather conditions?
Are you willing and able to be on-call outside of regular working hours to respond to emergency equipment damage/failures, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays?
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