Electrician

Electrician

Salary

$31.84 Hourly

Location

Sheriff Department 701 Ball Avenue NE Grand Rapids

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2608-351-2367 REF

Department

Sheriff

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

Performs skilled work required to install, maintain, repair, replace and modify electrical and electronic operating systems, features, and fixtures in Kent County Sheriff's Office facilities.

Work includes the care and maintenance of building power distribution systems; internal and external lighting systems and components thereof; electrical fixtures; electrical appliances; electrical and electronic systems and devices, including, but not limited to, building security and alarm systems; electronic monitoring and surveillance systems; electronic control and display panels; photoelectric and programmable logic controllers; communications and audiovisual systems; and electronic locking devices. Work assignments are performed in accordance with established maintenance schedules and as needed to maintain facility operations and security. General supervision is received from supervisors and/or managers.

Selected candidate(s) are subject to detailed personal, work and criminal background investigation and drug screen. The successful candidate must be of sound character and demonstrate a responsible work history.

This position will work a schedule of Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or certificate program or possession of an Associate's degree in electrical or maintenance technology; or completion of an Armed Forces electrical or maintenance technician training program; or an equivalent combination of training and experience in the trade.
• Possession of a valid State of Michigan Class 3 Electricians license.
• Five years experience at the journey level in the trade, including supervision of lower skilled tradespersons.

Additional Information

• Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*

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01

Have you completed a recognized apprenticeship or certificate program, an Armed Forces electrical or maintenance technician training program, or do you possess an Associate's degree in electrical or maintenance technology?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Class 3 Electricians license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Kent County

Address 300 Monroe Ave. NW

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503

Phone 616-632-7440

1-800-386-4484

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/kentcountymi/default.cfm