Performs highly skilled electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work for County facilities and infrastructure. The position ensures reliable electrical service through inspection, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Work includes oversight of contractor work performed under a master electrician’s license and occasional training of other personnel. The position operates primarily in field environments and is performed under general supervision.
Performs inspection, diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of electrical systems, circuits, and components in County facilities.
Conducts routine inspections to identify hazards, deficiencies, and code violations. Installs conduit, pulls wire, programs controllers, develops schematics and ladder diagrams, and tests equipment for proper operation.
Maintains machinery and electrical equipment and performs voltage, continuity, and resistance testing.
Reads and interprets blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and applicable electrical and building codes.
Maintains maintenance schedules and documentation of work performed. Performs preventative maintenance to reduce equipment wear and operational failures.
Maintains inventory of supplies, tools, and assigned vehicles.
Operates specialized equipment including bucket trucks, lifts, meters, and underground cable locators.
Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to respond to emergency electrical issues.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)
Knowledge of –
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Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible electrical experience in commercial or industrial settings.
Registration as a Journeyman Electrician with the State of Maryland.
Valid driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations.
Operation of County owned vehicles.
Subject to background investigation.
Work requires strenuous physical effort including frequent climbing, standing, bending, and working in confined spaces.
The position requires regular lifting of objects up to 100 pounds, working at heights, and operating heavy and specialized equipment.
The majority of work is performed in field conditions.
The position is subject to rotating on-call duty and emergency response requirements.
Work is frequently performed in outdoor environments and may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, dirt, dust, and high-voltage electrical systems.
Non-exempt
Pay rate: $28.31 - $32.50 per hour; $51,524 - $59,150 annually
Grade 720, full-time position, 35 hours per week
Department of Public Works
Position closing date: October 1, 2026
Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on October 1, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on October 2nd.
Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.
Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@calvertcountymd.gov with as much notice as possible.
Founded in 1654, Calvert County is one of the oldest counties in the United States with a rich and diverse history. Residents and visitors alike enjoy this quiet, waterside community nestled between the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay. A lively of arts and entertainment culture, water-based recreation and family-friendly attractions keep our locals and visitors entertained year-round. It’s easy to see why Calvert County’s small town character continues to attract newcomers as one of the best areas to live, work and raise a family.
Though it’s Maryland’s smallest county in land area – 213 square miles – Calvert County is home to more than 90,000 people and has one of the highest standards of living in the state. Prince Frederick, the county seat, is located 35 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles south of Baltimore.
Within easy reach of Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Joint Base Andrews, Annapolis, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Calvert County is home to several major industries including defense contracting, information technology, tourism, energy, advanced manufacturing and administrative services.
Calvert County is governed by a five-member board of county commissioners elected to four-year terms. The county employs nearly 1,300 people in 11 departments who are committed to providing excellent customer service and transparency in all we do.
