Electrician Journeyman; A264210-2 Wastewater Treatment

Position: Electrician Journeyman, (A264210-2), 206, Wastewater Treatment
Performs skilled electrician's work to provide a safe and reliable electrical environment in the plants and booster stations. Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

* Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures.

* Inspects control panel, junction boxes, and mission control box to check for proper functionality.

* Troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs electrical circuits and equipment.

* Performs preventative maintenance in control panels; cleans junction boxes, checks voltage and amperage, and inspects fuses, relays, and wiring connections.

* Repairs and/or replaces equipment as needed.

* Maintains inventory of electrical supplies; prepares reports and maintains records.

* Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

* Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software.

* Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

* Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the electrical trade.

* Knowledge of electrical code requirements related to electrical wiring and equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

* Skill in organization and time management.

* Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.

* Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

* Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.

* Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

* Ability to make routine estimates of time and materials.

* Ability to locate and adjust defects in electrical systems and equipment.

* Ability to respond to emergency calls.

* Ability to work from drawings and specifications.

* Ability to comply with City policies and procedures.

* Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

* Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

* Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Never

* Office or similar indoor environment

* Confined space

Seldom

* Office or similar indoor environment

* Confined space

Sometimes

* Street environment (near moving traffic)

* Construction site

* Warehouse environment

Frequently

* Outdoor environment

* Vehicles

Often

* Outdoor environment

* Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

* Individuals who are hostile or irate

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Communicable diseases

* Moving mechanical parts

* Fumes or airborne particles

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Seldom

* Individuals who are hostile or irate

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Communicable diseases

* Moving mechanical parts

* Fumes or airborne particles

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Frequently

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Moving mechanical parts

Often

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Moving mechanical parts

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

* Local travel

* Regional travel

* National travel

* International travel

Seldom:

* Local travel

* Regional travel

* National travel

* International travel

Required

Education and Experience

* High school diploma or G.E.D.

* At least two (2) years of journeyman electrician level experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

* Journeyman Electrician License from the State of Texas is required.

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

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