Commissioning - Electrician - Journeyman

Journeyman ElectricianOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Corrections is committed to public safety, high correctional standards, and fostering a safe, supportive work environment for our employees.The Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution in Torrington, Wyoming, is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join our facilities team. This position performs journey-level electrical work, including construction, remodeling, repair, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems in state facilities.The work of this position directly supports the safety, security, and daily operations of the institution by ensuring electrical systems function reliably and in compliance with applicable codes. The Journeyman Electrician helps maintain a safe, well-maintained, and comfortable environment for staff, inmates, visitors, and the public.Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidaysRetirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure futureFlexible schedules and work-life balance optionsMeaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!Human Resource Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io / 307-532-6613ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.Responsible for and specializes in electrical design, installation, alteration, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection of main and branch circuits of interior and exterior electrical systems.Repairs power distribution, transformer, emergency generators, and other miscellaneous electrical components.Performs planning, estimating, and commissioning of new construction and renovations of electrical systems and equipment, which requires being directly involved in calculating and balancing three-phase panel loads.Reads electrical blueprints, diagrams, wiring schematics, and other drawings.Compiles documents, analyzes test data, and performs electrical calculations to determine the source of problems and the corrective action to take.Uses various electrical test instruments to determine power requirements and availability.Responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment.QUALIFICATIONSPREFERENCES: Preference may be given to those with four (4) years of progressive work experience in Electrical Trades with the acquired knowledge at the level of an Electrician, plus a Journeyman Electrician License.KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of basic electrical, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, and welding theory.Knowledge of the application of electrical and other test equipment.Possesses the knowledge to provide a wide range of electrical expertise in the new build, repair, remodel, and refurbishment of electrical systems.Knowledge of State and Local electrical codes.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: As required by the licensing boardCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: Journeyman's Electrician LicenseNECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Must be able to work in varied or extreme weather conditionsAbility to work in tight spacesAbility to walk great distances throughout the facility and groundsStanding for long periodsStooping, kneeling, stretching, bending, swatting, and reaching on an occasional but prolonged basisAbility to lead inmate work crewsNOTES:FLSA: Non-ExemptThe State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC.Successful Applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug test before appointment.The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Tobacco-Free Workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds.The Wyoming Department of Corrections complies with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.WDOC has a strict dress code policy that includes standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.WDOC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 Deferred Compensation Program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.