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Bureau of General Services
High Voltage Electrician - Anticipated Vacancy
Opening Date: April 22, 2026
Closing Date: June 26, 2026
Grade/ Admin Unit: 17 / Operations/ Maintenance
Job Class Code: 8217
Salary: $23.54-$32.46*/Hourly (*Includes 29.33% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number:004553177
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.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resumeand three (3) professional references.
In order forus to properlydetermineif you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) as a condition of employment.
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 Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave,and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There'sa 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. Applicantsdemonstratejob 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.
Ifyou’relooking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do,we’dlove to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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