High Voltage Electrician Augusta

Department Of Administrative And Financial Services

Job Location:

Augusta, ME - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 11857 - 13950

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

If you are a current State of Maine employee please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the States career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

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:

Location: Augusta

Telework: None

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 (12750 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.

REPRESENTATIVETASKS:

Supervises and assists with designs installation maintenance and emergency repairs to High Voltage (12750 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.

KNOWLEDGESSKILLSANDABILITIESREQUIRED:

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.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:
Current valid Master Electricians license as issued by the Electricians Examining Board.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS:
Master Electricians license as issued by the Electricians 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 operators 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.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Formore information orquestions specific to the position please contact

The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be) 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 mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces 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 leaveand3 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 ($11857.68-$13950.24 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.

Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.

Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes14.11% of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee.

Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.

Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employeeassistanceprogram.

Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Saveadditionalpre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness.Learn aboutadditionalwellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

Theresa job and then theres 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.

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