Electrical Trades I - Metro Denver

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Are you looking to build your skills as an electrician? Are you interested in keeping the traveling public safe? This Electrical Trades I position can give you the start to a rewarding career. 

Base pay for this position is typically between $1918-$2109/biweekly ($49,868-$54,834/annually). There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This location is also eligible for an additional $1000/month housing stipend, resulting in total pay of $61,868-$66,834/annually. The minimum annualized hourly rate for this position is $23.97/hour (corresponding to $1918/biweekly).

About the Work Unit

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is looking for an Apprentice Electrician in our Aurora location.  Under supervision, this position assists skilled, licensed electricians with the installation, repair, and maintenance of Traffic Signals, Electrical Systems, Highway Lighting, Warning Beacons, Interconnect Communications, Variable Message Signs, ITS devices, and CDOT buildings and grounds within CDOT Region 1 (Metro Denver).  

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with and perform installations, maintenance, repair, and inspection of electrical infrastructure, including but not limited to electrical distribution services, roadway and facility lighting, equipment, and power distribution and inspection of electrical equipment.

• Operate equipment such as aerial device, backhoe, loader, trencher, concrete saw, other specialized equipment, and hand and power tools.

• Locate underground cables and utilities for contractors and maintenance; operate utility locating equipment and work around and near live electric, gas, water, and other utility lines.

• Assist with and install, maintain, and inspect Traffic Control Devices and systems within Region 1, which include but are not limited to traffic signals, flashing beacons, lighting, variable message signs, ITS devices, and interconnect systems.

• Assist with and install and maintain temporary traffic control devices in work areas according to current policies and standards. 

• Assist with and install, maintain, and inspect communication systems, including but not limited to systems and equipment for intelligent transportation systems, video monitoring and detection, fiber optics, hardwire, and radio systems.

• Use computers and other office equipment for communications and documentation, such as time sheets, fuel and mileage, job journal, materials, etc.

• Responds 24/7 to emergencies involving signalized intersections, roadway lighting and interchanges and other CDOT electrical emergencies. 

• Follow safety guidelines and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Work Environment: 

• Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools

• CDL training

• Full payment for your CDL physical, after your first year with CDOT

• CPR and first-aid training

• Variety of career training opportunities

• 40-hour work weeks, with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies

• 4-day work schedule Monday - Thursday or Tuesday – Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM

• Opportunities to learn new equipment

• Opportunities for advancement

Work Environment:

• Required to work on ladders and/or bucket trucks at heights from 10-80 feet.

• Occasional in-state/overnight travel.

• Frequent travel during work day for training, meetings, and assigned work orders.

• Required to drive CDOT vehicles.

• Work around live electric, gas, water and other utility lines.

• Exposure to loud noises.

• Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin.

• Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600 V) and electrical shock.

• Required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time - hot and cold.

• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties.

• Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 11,000 feet altitude.

• Must be able to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

• Required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays.

• Required to operate CDOT vehicles