Electrician

Under general direction, performs skilled electrical work, including planning, coordinating, inspecting, testing, programming, servicing, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance on electrical and fiber-optic systems and equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on electrical equipment and facilities and performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex electrical and fiber optic systems and related components.
• Maintain and repair airfield lighting electrical systems and associated navigational aids in compliance with FAA regulations.
• Interpret and apply the National Electrical Code (NEC), all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, OSHA and Cal OSHA requirements, and NFPA 70E electrical safety standards.
• Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications; maintain accurate records; and estimate labor, time, and material requirements.
• Initiate and issue switching orders and electrical clearances in accordance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical systems and associated equipment.
• Participate in electrical and safety training programs, including emergency procedures and equipment operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including inspection, cleaning, analysis, adjustment, and repair of electrical systems.
• Conduct operational tests, voltage checks, power-quality analysis, and perform test runs and system checks on backup diesel generators.
• Use computer software and diagnostic programs competently.
• Inspect, maintain, and document results from airfield lighting power regulators.
• Safely operate City vehicles and equipment.

High school diploma or GED equivalent, and two (2) years of journey-level experience as a commercial/industrial electrician, supplemented by successful completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program. Electrical and mechanical maintenance experience involving electrical distribution systems and high/low voltage systems is preferred. Instrumentation and programmable logic controllers (PLC)/remote terminal units (RTU) experience is highly desirable.

• Must possess a valid California Class “C” driver’s license at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Journeyman Electrician’sCertificate or State of California Electrical Contractor’s License may substitute for successful completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program.
• Must be able to obtain an airport access badge with airfield-driving privileges within 90 days of appointment.

• Electrical theory and the methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Occupational hazards and required safety precautions associated with electrical work.
• Applicable codes and regulations, including:
  • National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) andCal OSHA requirements.
  • FAA airport electrical rules and regulations.
  • NFPA
    70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
  • Relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing electrical systems and workplace safety.

• Exercise initiative, discretion, and judgment within established guidelines.
• Analyze problems, evaluate facts, and reach valid conclusions.
• Manage situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Operate aerial lift equipment, electrical meters, and diagnostic testing devices.
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