Electrician - Nebraska State Penitentiary

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.
• If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/

Benefits

Additional Information

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $23.473 Job Posting: JR2026-00024734 Electrician - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 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. - 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 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

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