High Voltage Electrician

Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management - Military Bureau - Bangor Air National Guard Base

Job Class Code: 8217
Grade: 17 (Operations, Maintenance and Support Services)
Salary: $44,103 - $58,480 (salary includes a 20.0% Stipend)
Location: Bangor, ME

Opening Date: April 23, 2024

Closing Date:  May 7, 2024

Join our Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management team as an Electrician! We're searching for a skilled individual who excels in inspecting, repairing, modifying, and installing electrical equipment. If you have a background in electricity and a passion for maintenance, this role is perfect for you.

 Required work includes, but is not limited to, electrical system maintenance, repair, and inspections of existing facilities, the hired electrician is responsible for approximately 550,000 sq. ft. of facilities and 49 buildings, to include the 101st Air refueling wing in Bangor Maine as well as two geographically separated units in south Portland Maine. 

The Master electrician must have an exceptional background of working/training in a commercial industry setting with old and new construction, materials, in depth electrical code knowledge, and their inter-relationship to the construction process. Additionally, the employee must have the ability to read/interpret blueprints/electrical schematics for hooking up pumps/motors/electric valves to meet construction standards. The hired employee must be able to: independently lift and carry loads of up to 50lbs over distances of up to 75 feet on occasion; erect step and extension ladders to access roofs and equipment; climb steps and ladders while carrying loads up to 25lbs; perform confined space entry by harness into underground tanks; operate in confined spaces such as in ceilings or under machinery and equipment; and be able to bend, stoop and reach above, under or around equipment being serviced. The employee selected for this position is subject to be called in to work during off hours for both emergencies and scheduled work and must have a valid State of Maine drivers license 

Skills or knowledge required:

• Knowledge of the State and National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of the tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade including HVelectrical systems.
• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to keep electronic records and files.
• Ability to estimate materials required for a job.
• Ability to detect and repair defects in a variety of electrical systems and equipment including low voltage fire alarm systems.

Minimum qualifications:

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

Licensing/registration/certification requirements:  (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

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:

Questions about this position should be directed to Wendell White at wendell.white.3@us.af.mil or (207)404-7254

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – 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 ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 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. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees. 

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 part-time employment.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

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’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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