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An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$61,312 / year median in Pennsylvania
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Posting Start Date:
June 1, 2026Posting End Date:
June 30, 2026Position Number:
80000461Union:
Local 77FLSA Status:
Hourly Department:
Engineering Pay Grade:
PR65A Hourly Rate:
$28.16Employment Type:
Full Time Building Location:
Bowmansville Maint Building (Trades)Building Street:
441Panorama Drive Building City:
Denver Building State:
Pennsylvania (US-PA)Building Zip Code:
17517 The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as "America's First Superhighway"! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future. Job Purpose and Summary This is skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures at various locations for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). An employee in this class is responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard practices of the electrical and mechanical trades. Work is assigned and reviewed by a supervisor through observation of equipment installed, repaired or maintained and adherence to the electrical code. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Maintains, repairs and installs electric motors, relays, conductors, pumps, heaters, fans, air conditioners, electric services, distribution centers, breaker panels, card control devices, emergency generators, switch gears, transformers, roadway lighting, tunnel lighting, general lighting, conduit and associated wiring. Locates and corrects power failures and short circuits. Estimates time and materials needed for projects. Inspects, isolates, troubleshoots and repairs electrical malfunctions using various test instruments. Inspects completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations. Operates an aerial lift and works at heights. Operates and properly maintains systems, tools and equipment of the electrical trade. Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches and prints. Must be available 24/7/365 for emergency response. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent certification. Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) OR Possess a valid driver's license with a valid CDL learner's permit. Must pass the Class B CDL road test by the end of the probationary period (new hires) or trial period (current employees). The incumbent may not have any of the following restrictions on their CDL or learner's permit: E- Prohibits the operation of manual transmission vehicles K
- Restricts the CDL driver to intrastate driving. Applicable for employment at Trevose, Homewood and Searights locations only. L or Z
- Prohibits driving a commercial vehicle equipped with airbrakes Must possess a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Physical Card).