Wires Department
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Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am to 4:30pm
How to Reach Us
Address
Applying for a permit with the City of Waltham Wires Department
Requirements for pulling a permit:
- Filled out copy of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts permit for Electrical Work (copy enclosed on this website)
- Copy of a valid Massachusetts Electrical License
- Copy of an active Certificate of Liability policy
Methods of pulling permits:
IN PERSON:
Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:30pm at Government Center (119 School Street) in Room 12.
There is also a gray mailbox labeled "Government Center mail" at the main entrance of the building for drop offs after hours.
VIA EMAIL:
Applications and supporting documentation can be emailed to wirepermits@city.waltham.ma.us
Applications will not be processed until payment is received.
Online payment available by clicking here https://www.city.waltham.ma.us/electrical_permit_payments
Master Card, Visa, Discover and e-check are accepted.
If you have any questions with regard to the application, please contact us at 781-314-3175.
Description of Services
The Wires Department is responsible for the following:
- Maintenance of all traffic signals.
- Installation and maintenance of the Municipal Fire Alarm system which consists of over 600 fire alarm boxes and over 80 miles of fire alarm cable.
- Maintenance of the city fiber optic cable network.
- Performing all electrical work within municipal buildings.
- Installation of the Christmas lights.
- Maintenance of all the cities radio system.
- Performing all electrical inspections for any electrical work performed within the City of Waltham.
Staff Contacts
Name | Title | Phone |
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Julie Monaghan | Office Coordinator | (781) 314-3175 |
Timothy P. Kelly | Inspector of Wires, Superintendent Fire Alarm, and Director of Communications | (781) 314-3175 |
George A. Martin | Wires Inspector | (781) 314-3175 |
Chris Welch | Foreman of Construction |