State of North Carolina Electrician II SALARY $39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually LOCATION Scotland County, NC JOB TYPE Permanent Full-Time JOB NUMBER 25-10598 INST26 60069023 DEPARTMENT Adult Correction DIVISION Operations OPENING DATE 09/08/2025 CLOSING DATE 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Eastern JOB CLASS TITLE Electrician II POSITION NUMBER 60069023 SECTION Institutions SALARY GRADE NC09 Description of Work Reporting to the Maintenance/Construction Supervisor II, the primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, alter, and repair electrical systems. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Performing preventive and routine corrective maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. Supervising offender workers engaged in semiskilled, unskilled, or of skilled maintenance assignments. Maintaining, repairing, installing, and altering wiring, electrical devices, machinery, and equipment associated with the various building systems within a correctional institution. New or unusual work orders are usually accompanied by sketches or blueprints. Locating and diagnosing troubles occurring in institutional electrical systems and making necessary repairs. This includes measures, cuts, threads, bends, assembles, and installs conduit, draws wire through conduit, does necessary splicing, soldering, and application of friction tape, installs and connects equipment to wiring system and operation or use of all test equipment and tools associated with the electrical trade. Cross training, assisting with and/or performing other maintenance related tasks, and following oral/written instructions. The selected candidate may be scheduled to work any shift and will work weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staffing coverage. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. About Scotland Correctional Institution: Scotland Correctional Institution is located in Laurinburg, North Carolina and houses up to 1,756 male offenders in a close, medium, and minimum custody facility. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Effective July 01, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Management Preferences: Experience with the standard practices and methods of the electrical trade. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in the construction or repair of secondary electrical systems Or An equivalent combination of education and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, MAY require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission. Supplemental and Contact Information Come Join Us To Make A Difference! Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance and Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs and Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. The Division of Institutions employs over 19,000 staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual, in our custody. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification. The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader). Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1 (Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process. If you were ever charged with a criminal offense at some point in your life, you will be required to provide certified and true copies of warrant(s) and judgment(s) for each offense (other than a minor traffic violation) as a condition of employment, even if documentation and charges have previously been reported to this agency. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Lyndsey Schrier at (910) 944-2359. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39,671.00 - $69,426.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Parental leave • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Classification Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS: Job responsibilities to include Electrical/Electronic Maintenance of all manufacturing equipment from troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining through a standardized Work Order/PM System to achieve optimum performance and production SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete work orders and PM's as assigned Troubleshoot and correct Electrical/Electronic problems to include PLC programming and diagnostics on machines and manufacturing equipment Support manufacturing to minimize equipment downtime Assist in installing, upgrading, modifying, and relocating machines and equipment Perform basic mechanical tasks Work with Supervisor and Parts Cage Attendant on maintaining spare parts and make suggestions on stock levels depending on work/usage requirements Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required The associate shall perform any task as assigned by Supervisor and will be expected to assist other associates to perform their duties as time is available and/or when assistance is needed. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: • High School Diploma • Associates Degree • or Equivalent training EXPERIENCE: • Minimum 4 ears experience in Electrical Maintenance to include PLC • Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge • Communication skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Referral program • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>THIS JOB HAS NO PER DIEM RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY: To carry out the assignments given and to guide, direct and assist other classifications as needed. To attain maximum productivity making sure the project is done in a safe and cost-effective manner. Follow all rules of the safety and employee manual, comply with the McCarter Fleet Policy and as follows: 1. Responsible for carrying out the company safety policy at the work level. 2. Identify and correct hazardous and unsafe conditions in the work area. 3. Assist supervision ensuring all material, tools and equipment are available to do the job. 4. Erect and maintain safety barriers to protect the public and any others. 5. Aid any injured employee in getting prompt medical attention. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Duties are to include; 1. Must possess skills and knowledge relating to the journeyman electrical trade. 2. Be able to plan work procedures. 3. Analyze drawing, understand schematics, read blueprints or sketches, and make electrical installations or repairs as indicated by these documents. 4. Modify or change existing installation. 5. Determining the number of, size or type of cable to be used for each circuit and be able to distinguish between colors of wires. 6. Calculating the flow of current, load capacity, etc. 7. Diagnose electrical problems, faults and failures. 8. Ensure compliance to the National Electric Code. 9. Minimum 5 years experience in electrical construction. 10. Should possess minimum 2450 hours classroom training with 8,000 hrs. OJT. 11. Be able to maintain superior electrical safety requirements as defined by OSHA, MSHA and the NEC. 12. Operate and maintain all type of mobile equipment as related to the electrical craft field. (Mobile forklift, JLG’s, scissors lift, trenchers, etc.) 13. Have knowledge of correct operations of electrical test instruments for the testing of electrical circuits. 14. Must be able to lift and carry 40 lbs. of material. 15. Must be able to walk and climb stairs, ladders and construction site temporary platforms and walkways. 16. Must be clean-shaven with no exposed jewelry, either around neck or in any body piercing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: 1. Safe driving practices and traffic laws. 2. Preventive maintenance requirements of automotive equipment. 3. Safety procedures related to operation of forklifts and other construction type equipment. 4. Procedures associated with ordering, receiving, and storing supplies and materials. 5. Hazards and safety precautions of this type of work. Ability to: 1. Lift up to 50 pounds. 2. Operate handtruck loads up to 500 pounds. 3. Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. 4. Drive five-ton trucks in confined areas when others are present. 5. Learn general warehouse procedures, including methods of proper and orderly storage of materials and stock inventory procedures. 6. Keep accurate and current records of stock transactions. 7. Understand oral and written directions. 8. Assist in the receipt and issuance of electrical components. Experience: 1. Five years of experience in electrical construction type work. 2. One year of driving experience with large vehicles with multi-speed transmissions and power-lift gates. 3. One year of operating experience of forklifts, man-lifts, heavy equipment and rigging. License: Possession of a valid North Carolina operator's license issued by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles. Company DescriptionMcCarter means professional electrical, mechanical, special systems, instrumentation, telecommunications/network design, and security services throughout the Carolinas and beyond. Founded in 1957, we have extensive experience in design/build work for new plants and renovations for older ones. We conduct surveys, handle substation work, and carry out all types of industrial machinery installation, modernization, and moving. Take a look at our portfolio to see the wide variety of industries that we serve. Our professionally designed preventive and life extending maintenance procedures provide customers with safe, efficient and economical means of managing and enhancing their current maintenance programs.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Laurinburg, NC, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and 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 strong demand in North Carolina. Apprentices in Laurinburg earn an average of $688 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
