Facility Maintenance - Journeyman Electrician

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen County Government is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join the Maintenance team. You will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve electrical systems across county facilities.

You’ll work on commercial systems, generators, switchgear, motors, building controls, HVAC electricals, and both low- and high-voltage equipment while following safety guidelines and codes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a state-accredited electrical apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of five years of electrician experience.
• At least four years of journey-level experience in industrial or commercial electrical work.
• Journey-level experience with distribution gear, MCCs, generators, and wiring.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and national electrical codes.
• Valid Driver's License to operate County vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial electrical systems and equipment.
• Work with wiring, switches, breakers, switchgear, motors, generators, and related gear.
• Diagnose electrical problems using testing equipment and determine repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specs.
• Perform work on building controls, HVAC electrical systems, distribution gear, and lighting.
• Test and inspect systems to ensure safe operation.
• Fabricate and modify existing equipment and systems as needed.
• Help plan projects, estimate materials, and coordinate with other trades and County departments.
• Maintain accurate work orders and maintenance records in the CMMS.
• Follow electrical codes, safety procedures, and lockout/tagout rules.
• Assist with after-hours emergencies and participate in on-call rotations.
• Stay current on codes, technologies, and industry best practices.

Skills

Diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship

5+ years experience

4+ years journey-level

Industrial/commercial systems

Electrical codes knowledge

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State-accredited electrical apprenticeship

Job description

Journeyman Electrician – Allen County Maintenance

Put Your Skills To Work For Allen County

Looking for an electrical career where no two days are exactly the same?

Allen County Government is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to join our Maintenance team. In this role, you'll use your electrical expertise to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve the systems that keep County facilities operating safely and efficiently.

This isn't limited to routine electrical work. You'll work with commercial electrical systems, generators, switchgear, motors, building controls, HVAC-related electrical systems, low- and high-voltage equipment, fiber optic cabling, and more across a variety of County facilities.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in keeping critical facilities running, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial electrical systems and equipment.
• Work with wiring, switches, outlets, circuit breakers, switchgear, motors, compressors, generators, transformers, and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical problems using testing equipment and determine the best repair solution.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Perform work involving building controls, HVAC electrical systems, electrical distribution equipment, motor control centers, generators, lighting, and other commercial systems.
• Test and inspect electrical systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Perform skilled fabrication and modifications to existing equipment, facilities, and systems.
• Help plan projects, estimate materials, and coordinate work with other skilled trades and County departments.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance records, and project documentation using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Follow electrical codes, safety requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and other established safety practices.
• Assist with after-hours emergencies and participate in rotational on-call duties.
• Stay current on electrical codes, technology, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties and overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of a state-accredited electrical apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of five years of experience as an electrician.
• At least four years of journey-level experience in industrial or commercial electrical installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Journey-level experience with commercial or industrial systems such as electrical distribution gear, motor control centers, generators, control wiring, uninterrupted/conditioned power systems, electronic locking systems, low- and high-voltage lighting, and raceway installations.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and national electrical codes.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to operate County vehicles.

Preferred

• Valid Allen County Journeyman's License in Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, or Plumbing.

What Makes This Job Different

Bring your trade experience somewhere it has a direct impact on your community. You'll work on a wide range of facilities, equipment, and systems while tackling projects that require real troubleshooting and technical skill.

You'll be part of a team responsible for keeping Allen County facilities safe, operational, and ready to serve the public. For an electrician who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and seeing the results of their work, this position offers the opportunity to put years of experience to use in a meaningful way.

Working Conditions

This is an active, hands‑on skilled trades position. Work may include frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, reaching overhead, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors and can involve exposure to varying temperatures, dirt, grease, slippery surfaces, and other conditions commonly associated with commercial maintenance and electrical work.

Safety procedures and appropriate personal protective equipment must be followed at all times.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.