ELECTRICAL WORKER Examination
(OPEN) CS2026-093
Application Open Date: 07/27/2026
Application Close Date: 08/10/2026
SALARY: $55.24 - $63.63 per hour
APPLICATION INFORMATION
This application is not for an immediate opening, by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage: FAQs | City of Cleveland, Ohio
To determine if you qualify to take the examination, you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc.) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.
Under supervision, does skilled work in connection with the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical light and power transmission lines and circuits, signal lines and circuits, and electric generating and electrically operated equipment. Performs related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Installs, maintains, and repairs electric transmission lines, light and power circuits, and signal lines and circuits. Installs and removes temporary lighting facilities for band concerts, pageants, carnivals, and other events. Installs and removes temporary telephone circuits. Installs, maintains, and repairs electric motors, generators, and motor starters. Installs and maintains transformers, switchboards, meters, arresters, voltage regulators, rotary converters, and other control devices. Maintains and repairs the electrical apparatus of pumps, compressors, conveyors, machine tools, and other equipment. Phases and tests transformers, motors, generators, and other equipment. Inspects the electrical wiring of pumps, compressors, machine tools, and other equipment. Inspects and tests lines and circuits. Tests and repairs signal circuits and devices. Cleans and oils motors, generators, and other equipment. Services and maintains storage battery banks. Operates electrical equipment.
A High School Diploma or GED is required. Completion of a certified four-year Electrical Apprentice Program or equivalent is required. Must have a valid State of Ohio Driver's License. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 pounds and climb a ladder. (Substitution: One year of direct electrical experience may substitute for each year of Apprentice Program lacking.) Reminder: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to [email protected] and include the Job Title in the email.
CLEVELAND MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (CMSD) PREFERENCE CREDIT An applicant who is a graduate of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and is participating in an open competitive entrance-level examination, as determined by the Commission, shall receive an additional five (5) points upon achieving a passing score, as established in the examination announcement. Applicants must provide acceptable proof of graduation from a CMSD school at the time of application in order to qualify for this credit.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability. NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.
Reminder: To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do. 
