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Electrician - Nebraska State Penitentiary

State of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511

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Overview The work we do matters! Hiring Agency Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate $23.473 Job Posting JR2025-00018822 Electrician - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open)

Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For additional information call 402-471-3161. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov

Job Description The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking candidates for the Electrician position at the Nebraska State Penitentiary. We are looking for someone with an Electrical license or can acquire that license through their experience and/or training. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.

Responsibilities

Install, alter, and maintain electrical systems, including overhead and underground circuits, de-energized high-voltage equipment, and interior power distribution.

Lay out, assemble, install, and test conduit systems, wiring, switches, outlets, panels, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.

Repair and maintain electrical motors, generators, appliances, and specialized equipment such as HVAC units, refrigeration systems, dishwashers, and laundry equipment.

Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical systems and equipment to identify and correct deficiencies.

Estimate time, materials, and costs for work orders and requisition necessary supplies; obtain required permits for electrical work.

Clean, repair, and maintain tools and equipment used in the trade.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.

Instruct and mentor helpers in electrical practices and safety procedures.

Advise on selection, ordering, and storage of electrical materials and equipment.

Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Nebraska Journeyman Electrical license OR Electrical Contractor license or eligibility to become licensed in Nebraska.

Legal Requirements:

Per the Nebraska State Electrical Act (Neb. Rev. Statues 81-2101-81-2143), a current Electrical Contractor license is required to obtain electrical permits, and a current Journeyman Electrical License is required to perform electrical installation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and prior experience with electrical system and equipment. Experience with fire alarm systems, fence alarms, door controls, and low voltage wiring. Experience with commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.

Other:

Applicants passing the interview must also pass a security background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: the medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)

Military leave

156% state-matched retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

79% employer paid health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance plans

Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

Uniforms provided

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

Wide variety and availability of career advancement

Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!

Numerous training and development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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