Electrician 1/C

Duquesne Light Corporation; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Duquesne Light Company in Pittsburgh is seeking an Electrician 1/C to perform highly skilled electrical work in building facilities, direct a crew, and handle construction, alteration, and repair tasks.

Requires a high school diploma, two-year technical certificate, 3+ years of commercial electrical experience, NEC knowledge, ability to read plans, and a CDL; we offer competitive wages starting at $40.91/hour and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with two-year technical certificate in electrical trades.
• Three or more years of commercial electrical experience.
• Must pass company administered CAST aptitude test.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and local codes pertaining to the craft.
• Ability to read plans and drawings.
• CDL valid within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lays out work and directs the work of an assigned crew, ensuring safety and schedules.
• Installs, alters, and repairs all types of building wiring including conduit, knob & tube, moulding, power and lighting.
• Bends, cuts, threads, and assembles conduit ½ to 4 inches; connects conduit and boxes.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains switch panels, relays, breakers, timers, and related equipment.
• Inspects wiring and electrical equipment for faults and maintenance needs; conducts tests.
• Performs operational tests on service equipment and ensures safety procedures.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Read plans/drawings

Safety regulations

Crew supervision

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical certificate in electrical trades

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Electrician 1/C (20062)

Requisition ID20062-Posted07/17/2026-Duquesne Light Company-Property-Seymour Street - 1800 Seymour St. Pittsburgh PA, 15233-Union-Full-time

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

Minimum rate: $40.91/hour

No. of positions: 1

Overall Purpose:

Under semi-direct supervision, to perform the highest skilled electrical work involved in the construction, alteration, and repair of buildings and building service facilities, to direct the work of a crew, and, as assigned, to perform any type of building construction, alteration, and repair work, where qualified.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lays out work and directs the work of an assigned crew, instructs workers as to their duties and seeing that work is performed satisfactorily and as scheduled.
• Installs, alters, and repairs all types of building wiring, such as conduit, knob and tube, moulding, signal, power, lighting, and similar forms of wiring.
• Bends, cuts, threads, offsets, assembles and fastens conduit ranging in size from ½ to 4 inches, and connects conduit and boxes, used in mounting switches, outlets, fixtures, and fuses and pulls wire through conduit, as required.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains switch panels, automatic controls, relays, breakers, time clocks, cranes, elevators, air compressors, pumps, unit heaters, and similar building service testing for grounds, shorts and other faults and making necessary repairs. Also repairs devices such as cameras, card readers, electronic locks, portals, door and gate openers including sensors and controls, and fire systems. Proprietary technology equipment and warranty work may be performed by outside vendors.
• Inspects building wiring and electrical equipment, checking loads determining maintenance needs, diagnosing faulty operation, testing for grounds, shorts and other faults and making necessary repairs.
• Makes operational tests on service equipment, as required.
• Makes decorative and special lighting installations, as assigned.
• Prepares lists of materials and tools required to properly complete assigned work.
• Sees to the cleaning of equipment and work areas on assigned jobs.
• Sees that all work is performed in accordance with established safety regulations and practices.
• At times, makes arrangements for outages of equipment and utilizes proper lockout/tag out procedures
• Performs other work as required or as assigned.

Education / Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and two year technical school certificate in a commercial electrical related discipline or equivalent.
• Three or more years of experience in commercial electrical work.
• Must pass the company administered standardized aptitude test (i.e. CAST).
• Good understanding of electrical service equipment and of electrical circuits.
• Strong knowledge of the tools of the trade and with modern methods of electrical maintenance and repair.
• Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State and Municipal codes pertaining to the craft.
• Ability to interpret and work from plans and drawings.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of established safety rules and regulations.
• Some indicated ability to instruct and direct the work of others.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (1 year to obtain)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at [e-mail] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.