Journeyman Electrician 2026-01450

State of Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY

JOB DETAILS
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Building Codes, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Construction, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Electrical Components, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Facebook, Facilities Management, Fast Food, Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression/Control, Government, HVAC, Health Plan, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Licensing, LinkedIn, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, Newsletter, Operations Management, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Program Control, Refrigeration, Requirements Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Social Media, Systems Hardware, Test Data, Test Equipment, Testing, Time Management, Twitter, Vision Plan, Welding, Zip
LOCATION
Cheyenne, WY
POSTED
13 days ago

Journeyman Electrician 2026-01450

Salary

$32.33 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01450

Department

Administration & Information

Division

General Services Division

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TDEL08

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Administration & Information is seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to join our team. This position performs journey-level electrical work in state-owned and leased facilities throughout the assigned area.

The Journeyman Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment to ensure their safe, reliable, and efficient operation. Through preventative maintenance and timely repairs, this position helps maintain functional, secure, and comfortable environments for state employees, visitors, and the public while supporting the continuity of government operations. The ideal candidate will take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship, adhering to safety standards, and contributing to the effective management of state facilities.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
  • Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
  • Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo / 307-777-6798 / lindsey.galindo@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

  • Perform preventive and emergency maintenance on electrical equipment, generators, UPS, HVAC, fire alarms, security systems, and controllers.
  • Program and troubleshoot control systems to resolve issues or adjust operating programs.
  • Repair or replace faulty electrical equipment (motors, drives, starters, breakers, panels, fuses, disconnects).
  • Collaborate with technicians to test and repair fire suppression systems and HVAC/R equipment.
  • Repair or replace security system hardware (card readers, door strikes, cameras, sensors).
  • Replace bulbs, ballasts, switches, receptacles, and specialized electrical components.
  • Review and repair electrical designs, installations, and circuits (interior/exterior).
  • Repair power distribution, transformers, generators, and other electrical components.
  • Monitor and adjust electrical systems to balance loads.
  • Follow National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Building Code (IBC) standards.
  • Access and update work orders on a tablet daily.
  • Plan, estimate, and commission new electrical systems and renovations, including balancing three-phase loads.
  • Read electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
  • Analyze test data and perform calculations to diagnose and correct issues.
  • Use electrical test instruments to assess power requirements and availability.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to those applicants with a Journeyman level licensing and must be able to show the licensing in the State of Wyoming.

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge of basic electrical, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, and welding theory.
  • Knowledge of the application of electrical and other test equipment.
  • Knowledge of the electrical trades tools, materials, methods, and practices.
  • Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
  • Knowledge of state and federal electrical codes.
  • Knowledge of safety work standards, electrical theory, thermal imaging and vibration analysis theory, electrical construction and maintenance practices, electrical materials and products, fire alarm systems, motor controls, emergency power systems, and power distribution systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

As required by the licensing board

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Journeymans Electrician License

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Working in and out of doors presents many different working conditions (snow, rain, wind, dust, and dirt).

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

  • Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
  • Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
  • Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
  • Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
  • Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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(TDEL08) Which of the following best describes your work experience as an Electrician? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: any experience working full-time as a journeyman electrician, using electrical trades.

  • No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.(

02

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

03

(TDEL08) Do you possess a Journeymans Electrician License?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Please provide your license or certificate no. in the box below.

05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

  • Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resources Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other

06

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

07

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

08

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

  • Current State Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above

10

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

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

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