Skilled Trades - Electrician

Internal Careers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per ply

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

State of Arizona, Arizona Department of Administration, General Services Division, is seeking a skilled electrician to support public facilities across the Phoenix area. You will respond to maintenance requests, troubleshoot electrical systems, and perform installations and repairs to ensure safety and reliable operations.

This full-time role requires knowledge of electrical codes, blueprints, and the ability to work with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical diagrams.
• Familiarity with building codes and safety practices.
• Experience with electrical installation and maintenance work.
• Ability to estimate time/materials for projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems across state facilities.
• Run conduit, wire, and install panels, fixtures, and breakers.
• Modify and upgrade electrical services to meet codes.
• Diagnose issues with diagnostic test equipment and fix faults.
• Document repairs and manage parts and inventory.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Code compliance

Preventive maintenance

Electrical installation

Written/verbal communication

Education

Journey-Level Electrician license

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.

Skilled Trades - Electrician

Job Location:

General Services Division (GSD),
1400 W Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: Up to $67,000

Grade: 22

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), General Services Division (GSD), is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional for the position of Skilled Trades – Electrician. Operating across state complexes located throughout the Phoenix area, this role is critical to maintaining the safety, reliability, and functionality of more than two million square feet of public facilities spanning multiple structures. The incumbent will serve as a frontline technical specialist responsible for promptly responding to, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide range of electrical and general maintenance needs within ADOA-managed spaces. This position offers an impactful opportunity to apply skilled craftsmanship and diagnostic expertise toward supporting essential state operations and preserving Arizona's public infrastructure.

Job Duties:

• Install and Maintain Electrical Systems: Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems, infrastructure, and equipment across state-owned facilities.
• Component Installation: Run conduit and wiring, and install panel boards, fixtures, receptacles, switches, circuit breakers, transformers, contactors, photocells, motors, controls, and building service entrances.
• System Modifications: Modify, replace, and upgrade existing electrical services to ensure alignment with updated facility requirements, standards, and building codes.
• Testing and Diagnostics: Utilize specialized meters and diagnostic test equipment to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, trace shorts, evaluate weak or worn components, and correct defective connections.
• Preventive Maintenance and Optimization: Conduct ongoing preventive maintenance and research methods to improve the performance, efficiency, and operating lifespan of electrical fixtures and equipment.
• Schematic and Plan Interpretation: Review and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams to identify proper installation procedures, specifications, and repair standards.
• Stakeholder Consultation: Collaborate and consult on blueprints, technical specifications, and project requirements with state agencies, outside engineers, and contracted professionals.
• Documentation and Procurement: Accurately document completed repairs, track materials used, prepare supply requisitions, and submit purchase requests for necessary parts and inventory.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Various commercial, industrial, and residential electrical techniques and methods of issue diagnosis.
• Various types of electrical wiring and components, including proper use and calculations for measurement.
• OSHA requirements, guidelines, and safety practices.
• Blueprints, sketches, and structural components of buildings in relation to utility systems.
• Methods and practices of electrical remodeling and construction to include replacing utility services.
• Various tools, equipment, and materials related to the trade.
• Methods of troubleshooting electrical issues.
• General knowledge of local and national building codes, statutes, and agency policies and procedures.

Skills in:

• Installation, repair, and maintenance of all electrical systems and assignments common to the trade.
• Application of methods and practices of electrical remodeling and construction to include replacing utility services.
• Application of OSHA requirements, guidelines, and safety practices.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, code-books, and other documents.
• Cost analysis, including estimating time and material requirements for work projects, and the repair of existing equipment versus replacement with new.

Ability to:

• Quickly and accurately diagnose and repair electrical and other building maintenance issues.
• Inspect, service, repair, and install a wide variety of electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, code-books, and other documents.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to management, customers, and fellow employees.
• Maintain records and prepare reports as required.

Selective Preference(s):

• Commercial Facility Experience: Background maintaining electrical systems in large commercial or government facilities.
• Journey-Level Licensure: Valid Journey-level Electrician license or completion of an accredited apprenticeship program.
• Controls and Diagnostics: Proven experience troubleshooting motor controls, commercial service entrances, and reading complex schematics.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Possession of a valid Arizona driver's license and retention of said license during the period of employment. Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at [e-mail] for assistance.
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.