Equipment Maintenance Technician II​/Electrician

overview

range: $37.92 - $44.30 (grade 17, flsa non-exempt)

application requirements

you must apply via the on-line application; the application document must be completed to be considered. A cover letter and resume will not be considered without a completed application.

purpose of position:

performs skilled installation, maintenance, repair, modification and testing of department electrical equipment including, but not limited to electrical pumps/motors, automated motor control systems up to and including 480v/3ph, variable frequency drives, electronic process controls and typical facility-related electrical systems. Assists other divisions with electrical maintenance, repairs, and permitted new installation.

essential job functions:

• perform preventative/general maintenance, testing and repairs to electrical equipment and control systems, pumps and motors up to 350hp, 480volt 3-phase, and permitted new circuit installation with knowledge of and ability to work in class 1 and division 2 environments. (20%)
• repair and maintain potable water production wells, water pollution control facility plant, and wastewater pump stations, automated motor control systems up to and including 480v/3ph, magnetic contractors, variable frequency drives, and electronic process controls. Diagnose and recommend appropriate actions and/or review suggested actions for the maintenance and repair of city well equipment and equipment associated with wastewater collection and treatment systems.
  
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• review and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, work orders, maintenance records, and customer service requests to accurately complete work assignments; respond to service calls, determine priority, and perform emergency and non-emergency repairs during and occasionally after regular working hours. (20%)
• perform general electrical installation maintenance and repair for public works facilities and grounds and assist the parks and facilities division with electrical repair and maintenance of other city facilities as needed. Select and manage outside vendors, in accordance with public procurement requirements, to perform contract work, including but not limited to hvac, mechanical, and electrical facility repairs. (20%)
• receive cross training with mechanical/electronic equipment maintenance supervisor in complex mechanical and electrical diagnostics and repairs. (15%)
• maintain safe work habits and contribute to the safety of self, co-workers and the public.
• maintain consistent and regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.
• respond promptly after hours when necessary to perform emergency electrical repairs required to restore or sustain functionality of critical systems.
• effectively and clearly communicate to others verbally and in both electronic and physical written form.
• develop and maintain positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.

auxiliary job functions:

• assist other departments as necessary by performing duties which are related to those described above.
• maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• serve in assigned incident command system role(s) for emergency response activities, which may include working a temporarily modified schedule, working overtime, and/or working at an alternate location.

the above description covers the most significant duties performed but not does not include all duties that may be performed by an employee in this classification.

qualifications:

knowledge of:

• operation, diagnosis, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
• electrical control systems up to and including 480volt 3-phase.
• work safety best practices and safety regulations related to job duties.
• proficiency with microsoft word, outlook and excel.

ability to:

• understand and apply advanced mechanical and electrical skills
• ability to diagnose, locate, and repair electrical and electronic malfunctions
• respond promptly to emergencies, including after-hours emergencies.
• learn software utilized within the department.
• work effectively and positively with the public, vendors, service providers, and city staff.

experience and education:

any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be to possess a high school diploma or ged, 2 years electrical skills training and over 4 years of related job experience, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties.

special requirements/licenses:

• possession of an oregon general journeyman electrician license is required.
• possession of a valid driver’s license, and acceptable driving record.

physical demands of position:

movement of materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds may consume up to 15% of the work period. Duties require regular use of hand tools, air and electrical power tools in and around hazardous environments. Activity and types of duties…