Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented, and technically competent Electrical Power Technician (EPT) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant , a 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, continuous operation facility that treats 24 million gallons of wastewater each day from residences and businesses. The Electrical Power Technician (EPT) series is a two-tier, multi-grade pay program designed to encompass a range of skill levels. Employees in this classification perform duties that span from trainee and journeyman levels to advanced technical trades work. Their responsibilities include the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of complex industrial electrical equipment, systems, and instrumentation, specifically within the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and the Water and Sewer Lift Stations. This program ensures a broad scope of expertise to meet the critical technical demands of these essential facilities. The industrial equipment in the plant and pumping stations include a wide variety of rotating, moving and heavy equipment including medium voltage (600V and 4160V) distribution centers, motor control centers, three-phase motors, control panels, alarms, sump pumps, variable speed motor controllers, pumps, generators, presses, conveyor belts, lighting system and underground cable. Specific duties include (for EPT Trainee, I and II): • Performing predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical data, blueprints, factory specifications and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); • Performing necessary maintenance, corrective repair and/or reconditioning of equipment; • Analyzing system failures or conditions to determine root cause or potential for breakdown; • Evaluating problems or work assignments to determine scope of project, to set priorities, to project resource needs and to plan follow-up activities; • Leading projects including documenting work and maintaining records; • Coordinating work with other agencies or contractors; • Assisting in the training of staff; and • Evaluating complex electrical industrial systems and equipment in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and at remote lift stations to identify maintenance needs and to establish project plans for design, predictive, corrective, or preventive action. Full performance Electrical Power Technician II (EPT II) specific duties include: • Designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex industrial electrical equipment and systems in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and the Water and Sewer Lift Stations; • Working in the field, at the input-output level, diagnosing and resolving complex electrical problems on a wide variety of rotating, moving and heavy equipment; • Working with heavy equipment such as medium voltage (600V and 4160V) distribution centers, motor control centers, three-phase motors, control panels, alarms, sump pumps, variable speed motor controllers, pumps, generators, presses, conveyor belts, lighting system and underground cable; and • Performing diagnostic work up to the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and the Digital Control System (DCS). Minimum: This position may be filled at the EPT I Trainee, EPT I, or EPT II level. Electrical Power Technician I • High school diploma/equivalent; • Successful completion of the County's technical in-house training program; • Three (3) years of experience assisting with performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; and • One (1) year in an industrial setting with medium voltage 600V to 4160V systems. Electrical Power Technician II • High school diploma/equivalent; • Five (5) years of experience independently performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; • Three (3) years' experience in an industrial setting with medium voltage 600V to 4160V systems; • Must possess a NEC Master's Electrician License; and • Must possess a Confined Space Entry certification. Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement. A year of directly related technical school training beyond the high school level, completion of an applicable apprenticeship program or a college degree in Electrical Engineering or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement. Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following: • Experience in an industrial electrical control environment which includes assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electrical controls; • Experience with, and/or knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) programming; • Electronics and/or instrumentation experience; and/or • Familiarity with fluid dynamics and hydraulics, OSHA mandates and other federal, state, and local codes relevant to operations. Special Requirements A pre-hire background check will be made on all candidates who are selected for employment, which may include the following: criminal record, driving record, education, reference check, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. 1) Electrical Power Technician I must possess or obtain the following: • Journeyman Electrical License within three (3) years of hire date; • Participation and successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program; and • Confined Space Entry certification within one (1) year of hire date. 2) Electrical Power Technician II must possess the following: • Valid driver's license; • NEC Master's Electrician License; • Confined Space Entry certification; and • Successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program. 3) Both levels require the ability to pass a respirator fit test and work in confined spaces. 4) Both levels require the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 5) Applicants must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver license. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or they must provide, a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record. 6) Work is performed in an industrial environment and involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, strong odors, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, lifting light to heavy objects and equipment, and working in confined spaces. Working Conditions: • The worker performs activities inside and outdoors. • The worker is subject to hazards such as being near moving vehicles and mechanical parts, electrical currents, exposure to high heat, chemicals, and/or biohazardous waste. • The worker is subject to one more of the following conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, loud noises, gases or poor ventilation, oils, and other cutting fluids. • The worker spends long periods of time standing, crouching, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.The worker is required to wear common protective gear or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats. Work hours: 5:30a.m. - 2:00p.m., Monday through Friday, some overtime will be required; must be available for holdover and/or callback in emergency situations. The official title of this position is Electrical Power Technician I/II. Employees hired as an Electrical Power Technician I, Trainee level, will remain a Trainee for no more than three (3) years until they obtain the required Journeyman Electrical License. Employees hired with a Journeyman Electrical License can be hired as EPT I. The EPT I may advance to the EPT II level after completing the EPT training program, meeting all minimum qualifications of the EPT II, and demonstrating the ability to proficiently and independently perform advanced duties. Permanent status with the County is not obtained until successful completion of training and certification requirements for the positions, followed by a 12-month probationary period. All employees must complete all stated requirements within the specified timeframes, or they will be subject to separation from County employment. This position is part of a multi-grade pay band. Experience will be evaluated by the Department of Environmental Services and the supervisor will talk with each new employee about how the competencies can be achieved, both through training and experience on the job. Salary ranges: EPT I (Trainee): $66,123.20 - $100,921.60 Annually EPT I: $71,572.80 - $109,200.00 Annually EPT II: $77,043.20 - $117,686.40 Annually The salary range listed at the top of this announcement is for entry level for EPT I Trainee, up to maximum at EPT II full performance level. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits, click here . Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment. Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. #LI-Onsite
See More Details >>Compensation Grade: T20 Salary Range: $36.72-$47.74 Opening Date: November 21, 2025 Closing Date: December 6, 2025 Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date. As an Electrician Operator in Charge (OIC) for Terminal Services, you will respond to emergencies and troubleshoot and repair interior electrical systems serving airport terminals, parking garages, and ancillary structures, such as pedestrian bridges. Electrician Operator in Charge (OIC) for Terminal Services Serves in the Airport Terminal Services Division in the Engineering and Maintenance Department at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Helps ensure the efficient operation and repair of electrical systems, subsystems, and equipment essential to DCA operations. Performs related functions. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as Operator in Charge (OIC) for interior electrical systems serving the terminals, parking garages, and ancillary structures and as the interior electrical systems operator for the south end of DCA. Repairs low voltage electrical systems, internal power distribution lines, and equipment. Responds to calls on a variety of electrical systems (such as public address, intrusion alarm, and fire alarm) and equipment (such as signs, pumps, and light fixtures). Makes rounds during shift to inspect operation of electrical systems (such as lighting, automatic doors, elevators, and escalators). Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on small appliances (such as hand driers) and interior lighting circuits. Troubleshoots to identify and isolate faults, such as malfunctioning controls and circuits. Estimates supplies needed and obtains from stocks or requests purchase. May assist Electronics Technician in repairing electronic controls, equipment, or systems. Follows safe-clearance switching orders to create temporary outage by taking circuits off line in the interior electrical closets so that special repairs or installations may be made. Responds to Fire Department requests to turn off electric power, reset fire alarms, and remove electrical hazards. Records times and kinds of inspections, trouble calls and preventive maintenance in maintenance log book; reports special problems encountered. Makes or modifies electrical drawings, as required. May assist other interior and exterior electricians. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems, including installing, testing, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing a full range of electrical distribution systems and equipment and application of the theories, principles, requirements, and standards of the electrical trade. One of the five years of experience must include journey-level experience with primary responsibility for service and emergency procedures demonstrating the ability to make decisions and direct actions to maintain or restore service until relieved. Knowledge of the electrical trade and skill in applying it to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and modify low voltage electrical systems, subsystems, and equipment. Knowledge of electrical standards, including the National Electrical Code and Federal Aviation Administration requirements and manufacturers' specifications, and skill in applying them to ensure that work meets standards and regulations. Skill in using tools of the trade, such as wire strippers, voltage tester, amp probe, volt-Ohm meter, pipe bender, and pipe threader to make splices, test voltage, prepare conduit for installation, and perform related tasks. Skill in using hand and power tools (e.g., drills, wrenches, meters), technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, manufacturer's materials, and other equipment and guides. Ability to make detailed analyses of data and information and make recommendations. Ability to set priorities for service and emergency procedures to make decisions and take or direct action(s) to maintain or restore service until relieved. Ability to work safely and knowledge of the safety rules, regulations, and procedures to do so. Ability to speak and write effectively. Skill in using a computer, computerized work order, and time and attendance system. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed as a Journeyman Electrician (or higher) from the Virginia Department of Professional Regulation (DPOR) or certification, license, or training certificate related to electrical or automatic equipment including at least one year specializing in the installation, testing, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of automatic equipment and systems. Substantive experience responding to and repairing public address systems, intrusion alarms, fire alarms, automatic doors, elevators, escalators, and interior lighting circuits. EDUCATION A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED). CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED A state driver's license in good standing. NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit). Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors. Is subject to hold over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies. May bend, stoop, and crouch for long periods of time. Lifts and moves objects weighing up to 45 pounds. Is exposed to some adverse weather conditions and dust, grease, dirt, hazardous materials, loud noise, and potential for electrical shocks, burns and falls from ladders. Wears personal protective equipment, as needed, at work sites. #WP A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.
See More Details >>At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates. At Jacobs, we don’t settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. Working as an Electrical Design Technician, supporting our data center design team, we’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfills you so that we can make impacts on the future – big and small, global and local. Your role will be working with our team of Revit Technicians, Designers, Engineers and Architects designing and drafting drawings for various facility design projects applying diversified knowledge of Revit and Autocad software and practices to prepare construction drawings for MEP systems. Here's what you'll need • At least 7 years of experience using Revit and Autocad for buildings-related designs • BS Degree reduces this requirement by 1-2 years • Proficient in creating and updating templates and project set-up in Revit • Familiar with working with central files and local files • Be able to manage work-sets, control visibility, and be familiar in using various parameters in Revit families and schedules • Good written and verbal skills Ideally You’ll Also Have • Strong skills with Revit 2017 & 2018, BIM360, Autodesk, BIM 360 GLUE and Navisworks • US Citizen Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits. The base salary range for this position is $66,000.00 to $90,800.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Arlington, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant number in Virginia, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Arlington earn an average of $1,557 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,984. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
