High Voltage Electrician - Augusta

Transmission & Distribution World; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days sick leave

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Transmission & Distribution World seeks a Master Electrician in Augusta, ME to lead installation, maintenance and repair of high voltage electrical systems (12,750 volts) under supervision. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, ensuring safety, and coordinating skilled electricians and helpers.

Qualified candidates hold a Master Electrician's license, knowledge of electrical codes, and experience with HV systems.

Qualifications

• Master Electrician license required.
• Knowledge of State/National Electrical Code.
• Experience with High Voltage (HV) systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with HV/low-voltage system designs, installation, maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Install, alter, maintain, and repair wiring, lighting, motors, generators, and related equipment.
• Repair refrigeration units and other electrical appliances as needed.
• Install and maintain intercoms, controls, signals, and other electrical apparatus.
• Plan and lay out electrical jobs to estimate materials and time.

Skills

HV electrical systems

Blueprint interpretation

Team leadership

Troubleshooting and repair

Safety procedures

Electrical code knowledge

Education

Master Electrician's license

Tools

HV test equipment

Bucket loader operation

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Department of Administrative and Financial Services

Bureau of General Services

Opening Date: October 16, 2026

Closing Date: October 30, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 17 / Operations/Maintenance

Job Class Code: 8217
Salary: $24.60 - $33.92*/Hourly (*Includes 29.33% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number: 004552761

Location: Augusta

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is structure and craft work as a Master electrician involving the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and related equipment. Responsibilities include performing skilled electrical tasks in accordance with standard trade practices and maintaining High Voltage (12,750 volts) electrical systems. Assignments may be accompanied by penciled sketches, diagrams, and blueprints. This level of work is differentiated from the Electrician II level in that employees in this class, because of their license and special training, work with High Voltage (HV). Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Supervises and assists with designs, installation, maintenance, and emergency repairs to High Voltage (12,750 volts) and Low Voltage (< 600 volts) systems in order to ensure safe installation and operations of electrical systems.
• Installs, alters, maintains, and repairs wiring, lighting, electric power appliances and machinery, overhead circuits, sophisticated electronics, and underground conduits in order to ensure safe installation and operations and ensure user needs are met.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs electric motors and generators in order to ensure safe installation and operation.
• Installs and performs major electrical repairs on refrigeration units, dishwashers, hotplates, fans, ovens, ranges, and water heaters in order to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Installs, maintains and repairs intercom systems, bridge controls, signal timers, traffic signals, and other electrical apparatus in order to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Plans and lays out electrical jobs in order to estimate materials needed and time required for completion.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of the State and National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of the methods, theories, and principles of electricity and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of the tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of HV electrical systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions common to the electrical trade including HV systems.
• Ability to detect and overcome defects in HV and related electrical systems, equipment, and appliances.
• Ability to use HV and other electrical test equipment properly.
• Ability to work with HV electrical systems and generators.
• Ability to understand and explain technical sketches, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to operate a bucket loader and related equipment.
• Ability to direct the work of skilled electricians and helpers.
• Ability to plan and lay out electrical work for others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Current valid Master Electrician's license as issued by the Electrician’s Examining Board.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Master Electrician's license as issued by the Electrician’s Examining Board. Some positions may require a Certificate of Special Training in High Voltage work. Some positions may require a State of Maine Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact [e-mail]

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.