Electrician

Location: Marlboro

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Summary:

Performs electrical installations and repairs at various locations throughout the Authority. Provides a range of possible duties but will not necessarily perform all of the duties listed below.

Posting Period: 3/10/2026 to 3/23/2026

Location:

Marlborough, MA

Salary: $65,815.51 - $94,222.99 Annually $1,265.68 - $1,811.98 Weekly

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

* Installs, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, loads and tests new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, fixtures, associated equipment and controls for industrial use, and other equipment/systems as required and/or assigned.

* Performs electrically related activities specified by work order.

* Inspects and troubleshoots electrical systems, equipment and fixtures using testing devices.

* Performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, equipment and fixtures according to vendor specifications.

* Installs new or replacement electrical systems, equipment and fixtures.

* Selects and obtains appropriate stock or materials per established procedures, and tools or machines for the job.

* Performs work in conformance with relevant building and electrical codes and in a safe and professional manner.

* Follows established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures and policies established by MWRA.

* Operates motor vehicles, such as vans and pickup trucks, to transport materials to work sites, and pick up and deliver supplies and equipment.

* Performs work in a safe and professional manner.

* Trains peers and subordinates as requested.

* Prepares documents and reports results in the Maximo, Lawson or other appropriate Database of inspections and work performed.

* Assists other trades in the performance of their work, as required or assigned.

* Performs light maintenance independently or as part of a team. Light maintenance shall include but not limited to:

* Performs routine testing, lockout/tagout, operation (startup/shutdown) and adjustment of process equipment.

* Installs and retrofits new equipment related to plant systems.

* With proper training, sets up ladders, staging and rigging and utilizes hoists, jacks, dollies, lifts, etc. for proper access to job and to remove and install equipment.

* Operates portable pumping, ventilation and other equipment to prepare work area for access.

* Opens hatches.

* Installs safety rails.

* Removes snow from immediate work area in order to perform tasks.

Required Qualifications

* A high school diploma or GED; and

* Satisfactory completion of a certified Journey Level Electrician apprenticeship training program, or a similar formal training program; or

* An equivalent combination of education and experience.

* A valid Massachusetts Class D Drivers License or equivalent.

* A valid Massachusetts Journeyman Electricians License

* Complete competency-based training program related to

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES as outlined above and successfully demonstrates required competencies.

* This position has been designated as essential in instances where the MWRA Executive Director requires essential personnel to report to work such as inclement weather and other emergencies.

Knowledge and Abilities

* Knowledge of Massachusetts electrical and other applicable codes.

* Thorough knowledge of pumps, compressors, generators and other related electrical equipment, including polyphase circuits and motors and associated controls.

* Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, occupational hazards and safety practices common to the trade as well as the completion of MWRA safety training.

* Ability to diagnose problems and recommend repair or replacement.

* Ability to work with tools and equipment of the electric trade. Ability to work with hazardous chemicals and in adverse weather conditions.

* The ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, sketches, blueprints, and vendor instructions to plan and set up work for the complete installation, modification, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of industrial electrical systems.

* Ability to attain knowledge and work processes required to perform maintenance tasks required by Reliability Centered Maintenance or similar Maintenance Management Program.

* Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

* Basic reading, writing, mathematical, scientific and oral communication skills.

Tools and Equipment Used

Motor vehicles, power and hand tools, telephone.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the…