Job Description

Posting number: N-2026-53527

Department: Department of General Services

Division: GS Mntnc Srvs Sctn

Job classification: Electrician Trainee

Posting type: NCS External

Categories: Trades

This Electrician Trainee position with the Department of General Services, is an in-house apprenticeship program designed to build your skills in electrical work. You will learn to perform a variety of skilled duties relating to the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, electrical distribution equipment, and electrical components under the direction of a licensed electrician. Work supports complex and critical systems across the Capitol Complex, Harrisburg Annex, and outlying Harrisburg buildings as well as the Reading Office Building and Scranton Office Building. Every day offers new opportunities to build you abilities, confidence, and foundation for future career success!

Examples of duties

This entry level position is a four-year in-house training program. During this time, you will work with and learn from licensed electricians and supervisors to advance your skills with electrical systems, components, and equipment. As an Electrician Trainee, you will learn and perform the following duties:

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Essential employee - required to work during emergencies and office closings
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel to and around Harrisburg, Reading, and Scranton.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Special Requirement:

• You must possess an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.