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Electrician

City of Greensboro
Full-time
On-site
1041 Battleground Avenue - Mitchell Water Plant, North Carolina, United States
$43,755 - $78,299 USD yearly

Description



Power Greensboro’s Future – Join Us as a Water Plant Electrician!




Are you a skilled electrician who takes pride in doing the job right? The City of Greensboro’s Water Resources Department is looking for a dependable Water Plant Electrician who’s ready to put their technical expertise to work in a role that keeps our community running. If you’re committed to quality, safety, and teamwork, this is a strong career move with long-term stability.



Compensation and Benefits:

Hiring Salary Range: $50,376.00 - $57,573.00  Full Salary Range: $43,755.00 - $78,299.00

You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting
https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/people-culture/benefits.
 

Work Schedule
Either five work days with 8-hour shifts or four work days with 10-hour work shifts.



Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Essential, Steady Work: Support the operation of water treatment facilities that thousands of residents rely on every day.

  • Hands-On Technical Challenge: Work with motors, pumps, transformers, and electrical systems across low, medium, and high voltage.

  • Team with Purpose: Join a group of seasoned professionals who value craftsmanship, safety, and reliability.

  • Growth & Skill Building: A North Carolina Electrical License is preferred—but if you don’t have it, we’ll support you in earning it within 18 months.

  • Strong Benefits & Stability: Enjoy competitive pay, retirement options, healthcare coverage, and paid leave as part of a respected municipal team.

About the Role

As a Water Plant Electrician, you will play a key role in maintaining the electrical systems that power water treatment facilities and distribution system stations. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical circuits, breakers, motor control centers, fixtures, and equipment

  • Diagnosing malfunctioning systems using schematics, manuals, prints, and test equipment

  • Working with motors, pumps, transformers, analytical equipment, and wiring across a range of voltages

  • Using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to generate work requests, document repairs, and track parts and labor

  • Procuring parts and materials through requisitions, procurement cards, or capital requests

  • Following direction—whether verbal, written, or electronic—and working both independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements:
This role requires bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, standing, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working in noisy, dirty, or inclement environments.

Your Career Path

A role like this taps into a lifelong trade—and the City supports electricians who want to grow. With experience and continued development, you may advance into positions such as:

  • Senior Electrician

  • Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

  • Maintenance Supervisor

  • Plant Operations Leadership Roles

These roles offer broader responsibility, higher technical skill, and leadership opportunities within the Water Resources Department.

Ready to Bring Your Expertise to a Team That Values It?

If you’re an electrician who takes pride in solid work, problem-solving, and keeping essential services running, we’d like to meet you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with the City of Greensboro.



.This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma /GED
  • 4+ years of documented electrical experience 
  • Forklift license ("OR" ability to obtain within 18 months of hire) 
  • Valid driver's license 
  • Microsoft Office experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • NC Electrical License 
  • Previous experience working with or around water/wastewater equipment

Apply now