Electrician

About the role

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking an Electrician to join their Field Operations Facilities team in West Chicago, IL. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a skilled, supportive team dedicated to high-quality work and the larger mission of the forest preserve. The position involves maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing various electrical equipment and serving as a lead tradesperson in a unique setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and replace various electrical equipment
• Serve as a lead tradesperson in a unique setting
• Work in a variety of different settings
• Travel throughout the district as needed
• Work Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some evening and weekend work required

Requirements

• Skilled Trades & Technical Training; 4-6 years of related experience as a journeyman skill level Electrician; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid Electrical License covering National Electrical Code for residential, commercial and industrial installations recognized by DuPage County, or ability to obtain such license within 6 months of hire
• Valid Driver's License in good standing; Class C Driver's License required within (6) months in good standing
• Must pass a medical evaluation and fit test, per OSHA regulations, to ensure a respirator can be safely worn when required
• OSHA 10-hour 1926 training and confined spaces training within (6) months of employment

Qualifications

Skilled Trades & Technical Training; 4-6 years of related experience as a journeyman skill level Electrician; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Valid Electrical License covering National Electrical Code for residential, commercial and industrial installations recognized by DuPage County, or ability to obtain such license within 6 months of hire.

Valid Driver's License in good standing; Class C Driver's License required within (6) months in good standing.

Must pass a medical evaluation and fit test, per OSHA regulations, to ensure a respirator can be safely worn when required.

OSHA 10-hour 1926 training and confined spaces training within (6) months of employment.

Skills

Experience with Variable Frequency Drives and solar photovoltaic systems is preferred.

Benefits

A comprehensive and generous benefits package featuring:

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation options

Pay

$33.37 - $37.35 per hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some evening and weekend work required.

Apply Today

Follow the link to apply directly to be considered for the position. Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.