Electrician 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Electrician 1 to support the Capitol Complex electrical systems, performing installation, maintenance, and repair of wiring, lighting, and controls. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to the National Electrical Code, and collaboration with other trades on project work.

The position requires a PA journey-level electrician license, an active vehicle license, and willingness to work in Dauphin County.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Electrician Trainee program (commonwealth title) or four years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment
• Equivalent combination of experience and training accepted
• Must possess valid journey-level electrician license issued by the local PA jurisdiction (City of Harrisburg) and an active motor vehicle license

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair wiring, lighting, controls, and other electrical components
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of National Electrical Code standards
• Identify and correct power failures and short circuits using proper tools and procedures
• Operate volt-ohm-milliamp meters, amprobes, and meggers to complete assigned work
• Follow blueprints and coordinate with other trades to ensure smooth project flow

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

Electrician Trainee program

High school or vocational/apprenticeship in electrical trade

Equivalents (experience + training)

Tools

Volt-Ohm-Milliamp meters

Amprobes

Meggers

Job description

Posting number: N-2026-59666

Department: Department of General Services

Division: GS Mntnc Srvs Sctn

Job classification: Electrician 1

Posting type: NCS External

Categories: Trades

Summary

Are you interested in becoming part of a team that keeps vital buildings and equipment in strong working order? The Department of General Services is searching for Electricians to help ensure the safety and comfort of employees and visitors throughout the Capitol Complex. Within this role, you will apply your skills in a setting where work makes a visible difference every day. Take advantage of this opportunity to grow your abilities while serving a meaningful mission!

Examples of duties

As an Electrician 1, you will be supporting the electrical needs of the Capitol Complex and nearby buildings by handling a wide range of skilled tasks. Your work helps ensure essential equipment and systems remain safe and reliable. In this role, you will perform the following duties:

• Electrical Systems Work: Install, maintain, and repair wiring, lighting, controls, and other electrical components
• Code Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date understanding of National Electrical Code standards
• Troubleshooting: Identify and correct power failures and short circuits using proper tools and procedures
• Equipment Use: Operate volt-ohm-milliamp meters, amprobes, meggers, and similar devices to complete assigned work
• Project Preparation: Follow blueprints and coordinate with other trades to prepare materials and support smooth project flow

Note

Note: This position is considered essential. You will be required to report in-office during emergencies and office closings. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Electrician Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
• Four years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements

• This position requires possession of a valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction (City of Harrisburg).
• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirement

• You must be willing and able to work in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Formal training in a high school or vocational program, apprenticeship, or post high school technical program in the Electrical trade
• Electrical experience in the commercial or industrial setting
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints
• Experience with 3 phase electrical systems
• Experiencing working with voltages up to and including 480 Volt
• Experience as a lead worker on an electrical project and/or job
• Experience in snow removal with plows, snow blowers, or other snow removal equipment
• This job occasionally requires working at heights. Willingness and ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, bucket trucks or man lifts

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.