Electrician Lead, High Voltage - INTERNAL ONLY

Full Job Description

NOTE:
This recruitment is for internal DES employees only. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.

The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial).

About the Opportunity:
As an Electrician Lead - High Voltage, you will serve as the primary specialist overseeing the operation, repair, and modernization of emergency power systems for DES-owned facilities throughout Thurston County. You will ensure the full functionality and compliance of Capitol Campus generator systems, including transfer switches and fuel storage infrastructure, in strict accordance with NFPA 110, Department of Ecology, and Homeland Security standards. This leadership role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary trades, supervising external contractors, and developing automated monitoring networks to maintain mission-critical backup power. Beyond technical maintenance and weekly testing, you will manage workflow priorities and respond to after-hours emergency calls to ensure continuous operational readiness.

Requirements

Some of What You’ll Enjoy Doing Includes:

• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair emergency power generation equipment across DES facilities to ensure continuous service.
• Execute comprehensive preventative maintenance, testing, and modernization for all emergency generator systems to maintain peak performance.
• Perform specialized testing on generation and transfer systems to maintain strict adherence to NFPA 110 standards.
• Maintain, repair, and document above and below-ground fuel storage infrastructure in compliance with EPA, ORCA, and other jurisdictional authorities.
• Serve as a consultant and coordinator for generation modernization and construction projects related to the emergency power program.
• Create and maintain an automated generator network to provide real-time alerts, alarms, and system monitoring.
• Partner with the Building Automation team to install and configure network connections and alarm point structures for remote monitoring.
• Act as the primary lead for vendors and suppliers while supervising assigned backup staff and external contractors.
• Maintain precise records of all work performed and author technical reports, including generator startup and testing logs.
• Coordinate fuel deliveries and schedule specialized maintenance for fuel tank systems to ensure constant operational readiness.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience as a journey-level high voltage electrician with a focus on generator maintenance and repair on Cummins generators.
• Possess a Cummins Journeyman diesel mechanic certification.
• Possess a Washington State EL07 electrical license or agree to obtain recertification within six (6) months of employment
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to move and transport fifty (50) lbs.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies
Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies:

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization, or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills to include use of Microsoft Office and ability to learn in system (Mainsaver).
• Ability to work independently with little or no on-site supervisory direction and exercise sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Demonstrated reliability in achieving results with minimal oversight.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in diesel and gas generator maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair, including automated transfer switches and associated support systems.
• EPA-certified for both aboveground and underground diesel storage tanks, including required inspection, maintenance, and testing activities.

Additional Information

How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.

Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

• A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position
• A current resume, detailing experience, and education
• A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information

Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).

Please Note: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not be substitute for completing the “duties summary” section of the online application. Please do not refer to the resume for detail or your application may be disqualified.

Background Check Notice: Prior to any new appointment into The Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Union Inclusion: This position is in a bargaining unit and falls under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the state of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Opportunity for All:
The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.

Contact Information:
For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact George Deguzman via email at jobs@des.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

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