About the role
Job Description
The Bay Region of MDOT is seeking to fill 1 electrician position based on the preferred candidate's qualifications; however, you will find two job postings running concurrently on this website. If you are a Journeyman, please submit your application for the Electrician Licensed E9 (Job Number: 5901-26-BR-2-ELE9-JH). If you are a Master Electrician, please submit your application for the Electrician Master Licensed E10 (Job Number: 5901-25-BR-5-ELE10-JH). You are also welcome to submit your application for both positions.
Responsible for the maintenance of all roadway electrical devices and electrical equipment for the Bay Region. This position performs work independently or as part of an electrician work group to address the state trunkline electrical needs within the Bay Region. Serve as the Licensed Master Electrician on the jobsite and pull permits as required by law. Responsibilities include installing, upgrading, and performing routine and emergency repairs of signals, freeway lighting, pump stations, MDOT facilities, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and related electronic equipment. This position may inspect the work of contractors hired by MDOT to install signals and freeway lighting to assure that all work conforms to specifications and the electrical code as regulated by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and accept contracted work. May also inspect preventative maintenance work of contractors and contract agencies.
The duties of this position require the incumbent to drive an aerial bucket truck weighing more than 26,000 pounds with occasional towing requirements (e.g., work trailer, arrow board). The incumbent is also required to operate the aerial lift equipment in order to perform the duties of this position. Duties which will require the use of this equipment include, but are not limited to, installing and/or repairing aerial traffic signal equipment, setting poles and pedestals, installing and/or repairing overhead wires and cables, and installing and/or repairing lighting at MDOT facilities.
Required Education And Experience
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Electrician Master Licensed E10
No specific type or amount is required beyond that required for licensure.
Additional Requirements And Information
To be considered for this position you must:
- Possess a master electrician's license.
- Possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) learner’s permit upon appointment to the position and possession of a CDL Group A with either an N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions which must be obtained within 12 months of the date of hire into the position.
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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