Electrician

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services is seeking a skilled electrician to install, alter, and maintain electrical systems across the facilities. This role includes reading blueprints, testing wiring, and supervising helpers while enforcing safety procedures.

The ideal candidate holds Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license or Electrical Contractor license and will handle preventive maintenance, permits, and cost estimates for work orders, with preferred experience in fire alarm and low

Qualifications

• Must hold Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license or Electrical Contractor license.
• Must be licensed to obtain electrical permits and perform installations per Neb. statutes.
• Experience with fire alarm systems, fence alarms, door controls, and low voltage wiring preferred.
• Pre-employment exams and background check required.
• Full completion of the NE Corrections Training Program after hire.

Responsibilities

• Install, alter, and maintain electrical systems, including overhead and underground circuits, de-energized high-voltage equipment, and interior
• Lay out, assemble, install, and test conduit systems, wiring, switches, outlets, panels, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Repair and maintain electrical motors, generators, appliances, and specialized equipment such as HVAC units, refrigeration systems, dishwashers, and laundry equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical systems and equipment to identify and correct deficiencies.
• Estimate time, materials, and costs for work orders and requisition necessary supplies; obtain required permits for electrical work.
• Clean, repair, and maintain tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Instruct and mentor helpers in electrical practices and safety procedures.
• Advise on selection, ordering, and storage of electrical materials and equipment.

Skills

Electrical safety

Blueprint reading

Team mentoring

Estimating & procurement

Education

Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license

Electrical Contractor license

Job description

• Install, alter, and maintain electrical systems, including overhead and underground circuits, de-energized high-voltage equipment, and interior


• Lay out, assemble, install, and test conduit systems, wiring, switches, outlets, panels, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.


• Repair and maintain electrical motors, generators, appliances, and specialized equipment such as HVAC units, refrigeration systems, dishwashers, and laundry equipment.


• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical systems and equipment to identify and correct deficiencies.


• Estimate time, materials, and costs for work orders and requisition necessary supplies; obtain required permits for electrical work.


• Clean, repair, and maintain tools and equipment used in the trade.


• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.


• Instruct and mentor helpers in electrical practices and safety procedures.


• Advise on selection, ordering, and storage of electrical materials and equipment.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license OR Electrical Contractor license or eligibility to become licensed in Nebraska.

Legal Requirements: Per the Nebraska State Electrical Act (Neb. Rev. Statues 81-2101-81-2143), a current Electrical Contractor license is required to obtain electrical permits, and a current Journeyman Electrical License is required to perform electrical installation.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and prior experience with electrical system and equipment. Experience with fire alarm systems, fence alarms, door controls, and low voltage wiring. Experience with commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.

Other: Applicants passing the interview must also pass a security background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: the medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.