Electrical Trades Specialist- Tiered

What You ll Be Doing

Do you have experience in operations, troubleshooting, repairing, and leading others in the maintenance of Residential or Commercial electrical systems
? Are you looking for a career with excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid vacation days, health insurance, 401K and a retirement plan? If so, the Physical Plant division of Wake County General Services is looking to add a highly skilled and knowledgeable Electrical Trades Specialist to their team and would like to meet you! Take advantage of the Sign‑On Bonus as well and apply today!

• Provides leadership and expertise on keeping commercial lighting functioning including items such as Fluorescent, Metal‑Halide, Halogen fixture and ballast repairs, LED lighting repairs, LED lighting retrofits, lighting controls systems repairs as well as exterior building and site lighting repair and retrofits.
• Plans and organizes work on service requests related to lighting and lighting controls systems.
• Compile lighting inventory of interior and exterior lights in County facilities and maintain the lighting attic stock and inventory to facility timely repair of all county lighting.
• Schedule PM and Operational Checks for interior and exterior lighting.
• Repair site lighting in parking lots and fields using bucket truck or personnel lifts as required to safely repair the systems.
• Assist Electrical Technicians with routine as well as emergency work orders. Assist Electrical technicians with daily preventive and corrective maintenance in all Wake County facilities including high and medium security facilities.
• Maintain and enter information on repairs and requests into Wake County's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Oversee outside contractors that bid and perform lighting related work.
• Work with HVAC building automation techs on lighting control integrations.
• Work with engineers on new projects and existing building problems.

NOTE:

A criminal background and credit check will be conducted.

General Services Administration (GSA) manages Wake County owned and leased facilities, the Wake County fleet, provides criminal justice support, and supports a number of General Government business units. GSA is dedicated to ensuring safe, productive work environments and safe, reliable vehicles for our customers.

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in electrical maintenance
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

• Five years of experience installing or maintaining commercial electrical systems up to 480V
• Experience operating personnel lifts and bucket trucks
• Experience with interior and exterior commercial LED lighting

• Experience with LED lighting and lighting control systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
• Collaborate effectively with other trades staff
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Clear verbal communication and active listening
• Work safely from ladders and motorized lifts
• Perform tasks on roofs and other elevated structures
• Operate personnel lifts, bucket trucks, and forklifts
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Work with minimal supervision
• Effective time management
• Familiarity with workplace safety practices and PPE in accordance with OSHA

Location:

General Services Center, Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Mon – Fri 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Hiring Range: $26.54‑$34.06

Market Range: 26.54 – 41.59

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 2/16/2026

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.