Becoming an electrician in Milwaukee, WI, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an estimated 14,000 in Wisconsin, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $1,556.92 per week in Wisconsin, with an annual overtime average of $48,985. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Beginner Electrician Department: Field Job Status: Full Time Reports to: Project Manager / General Field Superintendent Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. A 1 or 2 year degree may qualify for a $1,000.00 hiring bonus*. Essential Functions • Installs, maintains, and/or troubleshoots electrical systems in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC) • Demonstrates ability to work without direct supervision • Installs conduit systems, various lighting systems, and control systems • Installs motor feeders and makes standard motor connections • Cleans and maintains job site, tools, and vehicles • Consistently follows workplace safety procedures • Participates in toolbox talks, safety audits, and related safety functions • Immediately identifies, corrects, and/or reports any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner • Works as a member of a cohesive team • Performs other related duties as required and assigned Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED; or equivalent work experience Computer Skills: General computer skills preferred. Certificates and Licenses: Must possess a Wisconsin Registered Electrician License prior to beginning employment Training: Current First Aid/CPR and Osha 10-Hour trainings are required in order to perform this job. Physical Demands: The employee will be required to lift and/ or carry up to 100 lbs during the course of a work day. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in indoor and outdoor settings with regular exposure to cold, heat, direct sun light, dirt, hazardous electrical / specialty systems equipment and wiring, and underground and elevated heights. NSI Electrical Contractors, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. XJ6
See More Details >>Recruitment #2503-1547-001 List Type Original Requesting Department DPW-INFRASTRUCTURE-ELECTRICAL Open Date 3/20/2025 08:45:00 AM Filing Deadline 4/25/2025 11:59:00 PM Apply Introduction The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity. Purpose The Municipal Services Electrician inspects, installs, services, repairs and maintains electrical equipment for the City of Milwaukee's street lighting, traffic control, water and sewer instrumentation, communication network systems, buildings, and facilities. Essential Functions Inspect, install, service, repair, and/or maintain the following: • Overhead and underground wires, cables, transformers, switchgear and other accessories, underground conduits, manholes, and vaults. • Electronic/electrical and mechanical equipment and poles used to carry wires and cables. • Computerized systems, monitoring/control systems, DC battery systems, high voltage systems, variable speed drive equipment, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, alarms, and various motor types. • Cranes, telemetry, fiber optic and metallic cable, data-line telemetry, parking control, and other electric/electronic systems. • Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and all types of raceway systems. Perform driving duties: • Drive or operate commercial and/or non-commercial vehicles as needed in assigned work unit. We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. Conditions of Employment • Municipal Services Electricians must be available for emergency call-in work. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be assigned on a rotating schedule. • Ability to see colors in order to use color-coded wiring systems (cannot have color vision deficiency). • Ability to work in confined underground spaces. • Must be able to perform physical activities in the work environment that require agility, including ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps or poles; walking and standing, crawling, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, balancing, pushing and pulling. • Must be able to work at heights in excess of 100 feet. • Must be able to perform heavy physical work, exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and lifting and moving objects weighing 50 lbs. frequently. • Must be able to withstand prolonged exposure to variable and extreme weather conditions including rain, wind, excessive heat, intense cold and snow. • SPECIAL NOTE: Appointment to the Municipal Services Electrician positions within the Milwaukee Water Works requires residency within 15 miles of the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Milwaukee within six months of appointment pursuant to Rule III, Section 4(g) of the Rules of the City Service Commission. A map defining the jurisdictional boundary is located on the Fire and Police Commission website at: http://city.milwaukee.gov/fpc/Residency-Map.htm#.WPTR5E11qAg. The preplacement medical requirements for this title include: • Physical/lift test • Audiogram • Vision • DOT – Drug Test Minimum Requirements • Four years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical services and equipment. • Valid driver's license at time of application, throughout the selection process and throughout employment. • A good driving record at time of application, throughout the selection process, and throughout employment. • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) A, B, and C covering general, air brakes, and combination sections within six months of appointment and throughout employment. Desirable Qualifications • Successful completion of an electrical apprenticeship program. • State of Wisconsin certification as a Master or Journey-level Electrician. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics Technical • Knowledge of electrical wiring, circuitry, and/or electronic components. • Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC). • Practical knowledge of work involved in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the electrical systems described in the essential functions above. • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and other electrical specifications. • Ability to use hand tools and other mechanical equipment common to the electrical profession. • Knowledge of and commitment to safe work practices. Communication, Customer Service, and Teamwork • Ability to read and understand documents such as policies, procedures, and manuals. • Verbal communication skills to effectively respond to repair requests in person and to communicate technical information to non-technical customers. • Knowledge of and commitment to customer service best practices. • Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with coworkers and customers whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own. Current Salary The current salary range (Pay Range 7LN) is $92,987-$120,936 and the resident incentive starting annual salary for the City of Milwaukee residents is $95,777-$124,564. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval. • Additional $1.50 per hour when designated to hold the Wisconsin Electrical Contractor License for the City. • Employees will receive an additional 5% when assigned lead work. BENEFITS The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following: • Wisconsin Retirements Systems (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan • Health and Dental Insurance • Paid Parental Leave • Comprehensive Wellness Program • Onsite Clinic Services • Onsite Employee Assistance Program • Alternative Work Schedules • Long Term Disability Insurance • Group Life Insurance • Tuition Benefits • Paid Vacation • 12 Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves • Flexible Spending Arrangement • Commuter Value Pass For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits. Selection Process THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job. INITIAL FILING DATE – The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. Additional Information APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL. • Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above. • If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or [email protected]. • The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Conclusion EEO Code = 703 The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Under the general direction of the Manager of Facility Services, the Electrician Team Lead installs, operates, maintains and repairs the high voltage electrical supply systems and other electrical systems, including low-voltage wiring for life safety, building automation and communication systems, for the Downtown or Franklin Campus and other NM facilities to ensure the security and safety of personnel and property. The resource will provide coverage to ensure the required environment for critical data center functions by maintaining proper operation of all related electrical systems. They will also work with internal teams and external vendors to identify, troubleshoot, isolate and repair failures in electrical systems. In addition, they will support special projects as requested from design through installation, researching best practices while incorporating safety and regulatory issues. They are responsible for scheduling and monitoring the progress and completion of installation and maintenance work performed by service contractors on various electrical systems. The Electrical Team Leader will delegate and oversee the daily work performed by Journeyman Electricians and Electrician Apprentice(s) and serves as initial escalation point for any issues identified by the teams. Administration Projects (50%) • Plans coordinates, schedules, assigns and monitors progress of all work performed by internal staff and external vendors and other trades for the installation, revision and maintenance of electrical equipment. • Prepares work schedules and manages special project/over-time assignments and PTO exceptions to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts and reviews time reporting to verify schedule adherence. • Responsible to oversee routine electrical permit requests, hot work permits and for directing annual campus power shutdowns and Life Safety System tests. • Oversees electrical preventative maintenance program to ensure proper practices and overall schedules are met. • Assists with establishing, implementing and overseeing workgroup processes, procedures, system logs, schedules and other documentation necessary to fulfill the team's operational obligations. • Works with the team to identify, investigate, implement and validate continuous improvement efforts that result in improved operating efficiency and/or lower operating costs. • Interacts with service contract vendors to obtain project bids, oversee work performed, track costs and address issues to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled. • Provides consultation to BCP, building projects and other departments on electrical-related issues, including documenting current conditions, researching potential alternatives and recommending solutions. • Works with Facility Program Management Specialist/Electrical Contractor License holder/Master Electrician and Safety Program Coordinator to investigate and resolve any building or safety code situations. • Serves as an enterprise employed Master Electrician responsible for the oversight, permitting, completion of all internal new electrical designs/installations and reporting on-going electrical maintenance work to local code enforcement organization as needed. • Serves as primary contact for any critical electrical incidents and escalates to manager or division assistant director, as necessary. • Serves on Relocation Team to assess impact and coordinate completion of relocation-related electrical activity. • As a member of the Emergency Response Team, assists with routine medical situations, building evacuations and monitoring of severe weather conditions to assure the safety of employees and visitors. • Assists in the training of new employees and assigning of jobs or work requests to other peers. • Maintains prints and documentation relating to all electrical-related systems and Business Resumption Plans. • Facilitates maintaining company service level agreements and cost/labor tracking, by use of CAFM program, as it relates to asset management. • Ensures, proper inventory levels of parts, tools, and materials. • Researches catalogs, Internet, and vendors for parts and supplies necessary for repairs and new installations. • Completes requisition forms for parts, tools, and materials necessary for preventative and emergency maintenance. Installation of power distribution and electronic systems (25%) • Installs or oversees installation of all types of electrical equipment and systems such as feeders, panel boards, disconnects, starters, motor control systems, lighting, fire alarm systems, life safety equipment, kitchen equipment, fiber optics systems and CAT 5e/6 voice/data structured wiring communications cabling systems. • Ensures installations are compliant with all applicable Federal, state local codes and industry standards. Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Repair and Testing High-voltage line-voltage systems (15%) • Maintains and repairs problems with various systems and components including 13,200 and 24,900 volt main building commercial power feeds and associated switchgear and substation equipment. • Performs maintenance and repairs of the line voltage and plant equipment switchgear, generator operation (including load shedding and/or peak shaving), Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS), risers, panels, motor starters, lighting. • Performs or oversees scheduled preventative maintenance and testing of the equipment. • Performs operations to activate emergency power systems in the event of a commercial power failure. • Responds to data center fire protection system emergencies and is responsible for ensuring power supplying the data center has been disconnected in the event of fire. • Responds to investigate and resolve reports of loss or power, lighting, etc. Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Repair and Testing Low-voltage systems (10%) • Maintains and repairs problems with various systems and components including security, fire alarm, public address, CCTV surveillance, kitchen equipment, automatic doors, mail conveyors, low voltage signaling and control circuits and equipment and CAT5e/6 voice/data structured wiring communications systems. • Performs or oversees scheduled preventative maintenance and testing of the equipment. • Troubleshoots and responds to system failures and related emergencies and rectifies the cause as appropriate. • Assists with maintaining and testing fire protection, emergency generators and life safety equipment. Qualifications: • Graduate of state indentured electrical apprenticeship program and possess and maintain a valid State of Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician's certification. • 5 or more years of large commercial or industrial journeymen electrician experience in maintaining high voltage (13,200 volt and above) switchgear. • Must possess or able to possess State of Wisconsin Master Electrician's certification within 6 months from date of hire. • State of Wisconsin Master Electrician's certification preferred. • Ability to read and understand blueprints, control and schematic drawings, updating them as appropriate. • Must possess a strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, NICET and other relevant state and local building codes and industry standards. • Knowledge of work related OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations including SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and Confined Space Entry desirable. • Trained in the proper handling and use of hazardous or corrosive chemicals used in battery systems. • OSHA 10 General Industry Certification may be required and motorized lift certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment. • Member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), must maintain CPR/1st Aid/AED (defibrillator) certification; may be obtained within first 6 months on the job. • Must have a working knowledge of a PC and be able to demonstrate proficiency in common PC functions and applications, such as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as Internet Explorer. • Strong customer focus, initiative, accuracy and problem solving skills; effective organizational and written/verbal communication skills along with the ability to work independently, direct and oversee the work of others, serve as part of a team and to adapt to changing priorities and meet required timeframes; a proven track record of consistently good attendance. • Candidates should possess demonstrated leadership experience. • Previous foreman, team lead or manager experience preferred. • This job is part of a group of jobs considered essential services. All essential services employees are expected to make every reasonable effort possible to report for work or remain working their shift, even during inclement weather conditions and emergency situations. • Must be able to regularly work overtime and weekends when required and will be placed on the calling tree for emergency call-ins. #LI-Onsite #IN-POST Candidates must successfully complete and pass any required testing. Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: $33.86 Pay Range - End: $50.80 Geographic Specific Pay Structure: We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. 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