ELECTRICIAN at State of careers Rhode Island

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

25.07

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Blueprints Reading, High Voltage Handling, Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Repair, Electrical Installation, Safety Codes Adherence, Troubleshooting, Motor Inspection, Generator Maintenance, Traffic Signal Repair, Medical Equipment Repair, Communication Systems, Signaling Systems, Lighting Control Systems

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Department Department of Administration Division Trades Salary $24.01 - $25.07 Job Profile JC-02335200-4 - Electrician (C94 L904 DOA DHS) Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm **$9.83/hour stipend will apply in addition to hourly rate above; bringing the hourly rate to approximately $33.84-$34.90.** Position is within the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) Statewide Assignments REPOSTED: PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY Opening Date January 16, 2026 Closing Date February 23, 2026 Job Requisition Number JR100774 ELECTRICIAN (Open) Pay Grade C00316 G Classification Electrician Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To install, inspect, maintain, alter and repair electrical lines, equipment and apparatus; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives work assignments from a superior with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgement in the application of the practices and techniques of the trade; work is reviewed usually upon completion for satisfactory performance. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, supervises the work of helpers or others assigned to assist. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: To install, inspect, maintain, alter and repair electric wires and cables (including those carrying high voltages), power appliances, machinery, overhead circuits, underground conduits and pole lines. To install, inspect and repair special medical equipment such as X-ray and physiotherapy equipment. To install, inspect, regulate and repair all types of electrical traffic control signals. At a state institution, to repair and maintain various types of electrical equipment, such as refrigerators, stoves, elevators and dairy and laundry machinery. As assigned, to install, operate, maintain and repair various electrical equipment and apparatus at the Veterans' Memorial Building or any other state facility involving stage or theatrical presentations including lighting control and lighting contact boards, public address systems and thermostatically controlled heating and ventilating units. To inspect, make minor repairs to, clean and oil motors and generators. To install, inspect and maintain communication, signaling and other electronic systems. To regulate and repair electric master and secondary clocks. To do related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electrician trade and skill in their application; a working knowledge of safety codes enforced by the State; the ability to read and work from electrical wiring diagrams and blueprints; the ability to handle high voltage wires; the ability to understand and to follow oral and written directions; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through: completion of ten school grades; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment as a journeyman electrician. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must possess a journeyman electrician's license issued by the Rhode Island State Board of Examiners of Electricians and must maintain such licensure as a condition of employment. Supplemental Information Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website: Click Here. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. Please log into your Employee Self Service portal and search "Find Jobs" to access the internal jobs website.

Responsibilities

The Electrician is responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, altering, and repairing various electrical lines, equipment, and apparatus, including high-voltage systems and specialized equipment like X-ray machines and traffic signals. This role also involves supervising helpers as required and performing related electrical work across state facilities.