Electrician 2 (PN )

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a skilled Electrician 2 to serve as part of a statewide roving maintenance team supporting Ohios Developmental Centers. This role is ideal for an experienced electrician who enjoys variety problem-solving and working across multiple facilities to ensure safe and reliable electrical systems that support 24/7 residential and clinical operations.

As a roving team member you will travel to Developmental Centers to perform electrical installation maintenance troubleshooting and repair activities that directly impact the health safety and daily lives of individuals served.

Key Responsibilities

• Install inspect maintain troubleshoot and repair electrical systems & equipment across multiple facilities
• Support critical infrastructure including electrical distribution systems generators transfer switches lighting and controls
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure system reliability and compliance with safety standards
• Respond to urgent electrical issues and assist in restoring essential services
• Maintain accurate records diagrams and maintenance documentation
• Coordinate work with facility maintenance staff and contractors to minimize operational disruptions
• Follow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout and proper PPE usage

Work Schedule

• 4-day work week (4 x 10-hour shifts)
• Schedule may vary based on facility needs
• Flexibility required for travel & operational demands

Working Conditions

This is a statewide roving position supporting all 8 DODD Developmental Centers:

• Frequent statewide travel to assigned facilities is required
• Exposure to energized electrical equipment
• Indoor & outdoor work environments
• Overtime call-back or emergency response may be required

• Physical activity including lifting climbing bending and working in confined or elevated spaces

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

• Hourly wage will be paid at step 1 unless otherwise specified bycollective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.
• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. RuleBackground Investigations for Employment outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
• The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.
• No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.
• Requires travel throughout State of Ohio & may require overnight stay. Must be willing & able to secure a Driver License OR supply your own transportation.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability please contact Terry Penn at

18 months training or 18 months verifiable experience in electrical work under supervision of experienced electrician; formal education in arithmetic that includes addition subtraction multiplication & division & in reading & writing common English vocabulary.

-Or 6 months experience as Electrician 1 52281.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Electrical Trade

Join Our Team!

Accepting applications for an Electrician 2

Who Are We

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Ohio is the heart of opportunity and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

• Inclusion
• Partnership
• Respect

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.