Electrical Maintenance Technician I-IV
Frederick County Government, Maryland
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Job summary
Frederick County Government is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to install, repair and maintain electrical systems across water and wastewater facilities. You will support in-house electrical maintenance teams and may supervise other technicians, working a 40-hour week with on-call rotations for emergencies.
The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience with electrical maintenance.
Qualifications
- High school graduation or the equivalent.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Service, repair or maintenance experience with electrical systems preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform troubleshooting of commercial and industrial electrical apparatus.
- Perform installation and repair of electrical apparatus.
- Install and repair single and three phase electrical services and generators.
- Install, troubleshoot and repair electric motor driven equipment (pumps, blowers, valves).
- Inspect and correct electrical system deficiencies and keep detailed records.
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Job description
The Frederick County Division of Water and Sewer Utilities is committed to protecting public health and the environment by delivering safe, reliable water and wastewater services. Through the continuous operation of the New Design Water Treatment Plant, the Ballenger-McKinney Wastewater Treatment Plant and as many as 90 remote sites, the Division upholds rigorous regulatory standards, preserves natural resources, and ensures resilient infrastructure that supports the long-term well‑being of the community.
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible;additional compensation to include county provided tools, testing instruments, PPE, and $200 yealy safety shoe allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (with on-call schedule rotation for electrical & non-electrical emergencies; available for shift work; available for short notice reporting and overtime, if necessary); full benefits
This skilled position will perform or assist in the installation, routine repair and emergency repair of commercial and industrial electrical apparatus and control systems at water and wastewater treatment, conveyance and storage facilities. Direction may be given to Electrical Maintenance Technicians I and Laborers as assigned; direction may be received from Electrical Maintenance Technicians IV. Supervision is received from the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and/or Superintendent of Water/Wastewater Systems Maintenance.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan
NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.
- Perform troubleshooting of commercial and industrial electrical apparatus
- Perform installation and repair of commercial and industrial electrical apparatus
- Install and repair single and three phase electrical services and auxiliary generators
- Install, troubleshoot and repair electric motor driven equipment such as pumps, blowers, valve operators, and various other electrically operated water and wastewater infrastructure
- Troubleshoot and repair of switchgear, motor control centers and their allied control circuits
- Inspect and correct electrical system deficiencies and problems
- Prepare equipment, tools and job sites for safe and proper working environment
- Assist the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor in procurement of materials
- Maintain accurate record keeping of work orders and materials
- As needed, operate trencher for underground work; operate bucket truck for aerial work
- Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Possession of a valid driver's license
- Some work experience in electrical construction and/or electrical maintenance
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in electrical construction and/or electrical maintenance
- Successful completion of at least 50 contact hours of specialized formal training in Electrical System Repair and Maintenance
- Minimum 5 years of work experience in electrical construction and/or electrical maintenance
- Minimum 100 hours of specialized formal training in Electrical System Repair and Maintenance
- Ability to effectively complete Proficiency Level Progress Record (PLPR) Certification for Technician III within 6 months after hire
- Minimum 7 years of work experience in electrical construction and/or electrical maintenance
- Possession of current Maryland State Master Electrician licensure
- Ability to effectively complete Proficiency Level Progress Record (PLPR) Certification for Technician IV within 6 months after hire
- Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
- Ability to effectively read and interpret electrical schematics such as single line ladder logic diagrams
- Ability to operate trenching equipment and bucket lift
- Ability to fabricate and install EMT, IMC, PVC and rigid conduit systems
- Knowledge of utility safety requirements such as confined space entry and hazardous energy Lockout Tagout
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
- Work experience in the use of the equipment used for pulling and installing electrical conductors in conduit
- Work experience with hydraulic and manual conduit bending tools and conduit threading machine
- Work experience with electric motor repair, Variable Frequency Drives, Soft start devices, PLC’s and motor controls
- Current possession of a Maryland State Master, Journeyman or Apprentice Electrician licensure
- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk; frequently lift, stoop, lift up to 20 pounds and reach; occasionally climb, crawl, lift up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 40 pounds and drive; and rarely lift over 50 pounds, push and pull over 40 pounds and perform repetitive motions.
- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work in a dirty environment and is required to wear protective equipment; frequently work indoors and outdoors; occasionally walk on uneven ground, work in cold temperatures below 32 degrees, with in a dusty environment, work in confined spaces, work at heights, work in a noisy environment, work near machinery, work with chemicals or fumes, and has potential exposure to infectious diseases; and rarely works in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, and is required to work below ground level.
- Within 2 years of hire, the employee must complete all required training to upgrade to the Electrical Maintenance Technician II position. If the training hours are not met and the employee is not upgraded within 2 years, termination from employment will occur
- On-call schedule rotation for electrical and non-electrical emergencies; available for shift work if necessary
- In concert with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, verification of employment eligibility and a criminal background check may be conducted
- Employees in this classification are designated as Essential. An Essential Employee means the employee is considered necessary for the operation of County services. Essential Employees are required to report to work in the event of a weather incident, general emergency, or disasters when County offices are closed. They may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice and may be required to report to work in emergency situations and/or after hours
- Failure to meet or maintain the minimum qualifications or additional requirements may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
- This position is subject to random drug testing
- An evaluation of training and experience
- A related proficiency examination
- One or more interviews
- A pre-employment physical examination with color perception test
- A pre-employment drug test
- A pre-employment security-sensitive background investigation
Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of the active employment.
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment
NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If an employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job‑related issue or concern.
Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 – 2 years 11 days
2 – 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.
NOTE: Regular benefited part‑time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Government's benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov.
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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