Journeyman Electrician

Location: Elkhorn, WI | Full-time

About the role

The Journeyman Electrician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and specialized low-voltage security systems including access control, CCTV, and fire/life-safety systems. The role supports construction and project management activities, procurement, and safety within Facilities Management.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Systems
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical components and systems.
  • Perform diagnostics and repairs on MEP-related systems (motor starters, VFDs, building automation sensors, occupancy relays, interlocks, etc).
  • Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components.
  • Conduct inspections using diagnostic equipment to evaluate performance and safety.
• Security & Low-Voltage Systems
  • Install, maintain, repair, and/or replace security system components (access control devices, surveillance cameras, fire/life-safety devices, etc).
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot security hardware issues.
  • Collaborate with County Security Staff on door schedules, key-card management, and system troubleshooting.
  • Maintain electrical locks, door hardware, and perform security-related inspections.
  • Assist IT with UPS troubleshooting and related electrical tasks.
• Project & Construction Support
  • Support construction management for electrical and low-voltage installations, replacements, and repairs.
  • Assist with coordinating small projects, including contractor oversight.
  • Manage small-project life cycles and assigned operational budget line items.
  • Provide technical oversight of security assets and capital electrical systems.
  • Assist with energy-related grant documentation.
• Maintenance & Operations
  • Document preventative and corrective maintenance in the CMMS.
  • Enter and manage work orders and service requests.
  • Support maintenance staff with procedures, technical guidance, and safe work practices.
  • Follow maintenance schedules and foreman instructions.
  • Participate in winter operations, including snow and ice removal at County facilities.
• General Responsibilities
  • Maintain clean and orderly work areas; properly store tools and equipment.
  • Follow safety protocols when handling tools, equipment, and heavy items.
  • Communicate effectively with leadership regarding building issues and requests.
  • Participate in training and on-the-job learning.
  • Support countywide safety and risk-management efforts.

Requirements

• Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Completion of a state-approved electrical apprenticeship program.
  • Four to five years of progressive industrial electrical and low-voltage experience.
• Licenses and Certifications
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician license required upon hire.
  • Steel-toe shoes required; annual stipend provided.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and related documentation.
  • Working knowledge of access control, CCTV, and fire alarm systems, with willingness to attend advanced training.
  • Experience with low-voltage cabling and components related to network, automation, and security systems.
  • Strong proficiency in electrical theory, troubleshooting, and use of diagnostic tools.
  • Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all relevant safety regulations.
  • Ability to use computers and mobile devices for CMMS, equipment control, and documentation.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

Work regularly involves exposure to:

• Wet or humid conditions
• Moving mechanical parts
• High or elevated locations
• Fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals
• Outdoor weather including extreme cold and heat
• Risk of electrical shock and hazardous materials
• Noise levels are typically loud.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, climbing, handling objects, reaching, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing.
• Occasional tasting/smelling as part of diagnostic tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs independently (more with assistance).
• Must maintain vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Pay

$39.80 - $41.11 Hourly

Benefits

• Scheduled Time Off
  • 10 days per year after 1 year of service
  • 15 days per year after 5 years of service
  • 20 days per year after 15 years of service
• Personal Time Off
  • 64 hours of personal time off as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees).
  • Remaining hours may be moved to extended sick leave bank or paid out at year-end.
• Extended Sick Leave Bank
  • Used for time off of work for serious health conditions requiring three or more consecutive days off or approved leave of absence.
• Holidays
  • Ten paid holidays each year (pro-rated for part-time).
• Insurance
  • Health Insurance: Choose Tier 1 (standard co-pay plan) or Tier 2 (High Deductible Health Plan with HSA). County contributes to HSA for Tier 2. Premium split between County and employee.
  • Dental Insurance: County pays 100% (single or family) for full-time, 50% for part-time.
  • Life Insurance: $25,000 term life insurance provided; option to purchase additional coverage.
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance: Premiums paid by employer.
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance: County pays 67% of premium; employee pays 33%.
  • Vision Insurance: Employee pays 100% of premium.
• Wisconsin Retirement System
  • Covered if expected to work a minimum of 1,200 hours per year for one year or more. Payment split between county and employee.
• Educational Assistance
  • Partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses after 6 months of employment.
• Tax-Sheltered Benefits
  • Deferred Compensation (457 plan)
  • Medical Spending Account (125 plan)
  • Dependent Care Plan (125 plan)
  • Health Savings Account (223 plan)
• Workers Compensation
  • Medical expenses and compensation for lost time covered. County supplements lost-time payment for up to 1 year.
• Direct Deposit
  • Required for paychecks.
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Confidential assistance for family and financial matters through Curalinc (888-881-5462).
• Bereavement Leave
  • Up to 3 days paid leave for immediate family members; 1 day for extended family.
• Jury Duty
  • Regular wages made whole for jury duty service.
• Military Leave
  • Regular wages made whole for up to two weeks for annual reserve duty. Extended leaves provided per state and federal laws.