Electrician 2 (PN 20073376)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Job summary

A state government agency in Columbus is seeking an experienced Electrician 2 for a statewide roving maintenance team. The role includes traveling to various facilities to perform essential electrical installations and maintenance. Candidates must have relevant training or experience, with a focus on problem-solving and safety. The position offers a flexible work schedule, competitive benefits, including medical coverage, and opportunities for education and development.

Qualifications

• 18 months training or verifiable experience in electrical work under supervision.
• 6 months experience as Electrician 1.
• Formal education in arithmetic and vocabulary.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems.
• Support critical infrastructure including electrical distribution systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability.
• Respond to urgent electrical issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Coordinate with facility maintenance staff.

Skills

Electrical Trade

Job description

Electrician 2

Accepting applications for an Electrician 2

Job Description

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a skilled Electrician 2 to serve as part of a statewide roving maintenance team supporting Ohio’s Developmental Centers. This role is ideal for an experienced electrician who enjoys variety, problem‑solving, and working across multiple facilities to ensure safe and reliable electrical systems that support 24/7 residential and clinical operations.

As a roving team member, you will travel to Developmental Centers to perform electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities that directly impact the health, safety, and daily lives of individuals served.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems & equipment across multiple facilities.
• Support critical infrastructure including electrical distribution systems, generators, transfer switches, lighting, and controls.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure system reliability and compliance with safety standards.
• Respond to urgent electrical issues and assist in restoring essential services.
• Maintain accurate records, diagrams, and maintenance documentation.
• Coordinate work with facility maintenance staff and contractors to minimize operational disruptions.
• Follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and proper PPE usage.

Work Schedule

• 4‑day work week (4 x 10‑hour shifts).
• Schedule may vary based on facility needs.
• Flexibility required for travel & operational demands.

Working Conditions

• Frequent statewide travel to assigned facilities is required.
• Exposure to energized electrical equipment.
• Indoor & outdoor work environments.
• Overtime, call‑back, or emergency response may be required.
• Physical activity including lifting, climbing, bending, and working in confined or elevated spaces.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage.
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave.
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more).
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) and Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation).

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include one of the following:

• 18 months training or 18 months verifiable experience in electrical work under supervision of experienced electrician; formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division and in reading & writing common English vocabulary.
• 6 months experience as Electrician 1, 52281.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Electrical Trade.

Supplemental Information

• Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.
• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123‑2‑02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
• The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.
• No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.
• Requires travel throughout State of Ohio & may require overnight stay. Must be willing & able to secure a Driver License OR supply your own transportation.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Terry Penn at.

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ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug‑Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.