Electrical Mechanic - Public Safety Radio & Power Systems

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chicago is hiring an Electrical Mechanic to install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring and radio systems across city facilities and radio sites. The role requires completion of a registered apprenticeship or journeyman status, plus relevant experience.

The position is bid-based and open to eligible City employees; duties include troubleshooting, testing, and working with high/medium voltage equipment in various city locations.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered Electrical Mechanic apprenticeship and journeyman status or equivalent.
• Alternative: completed apprenticeship plus two years journey level experience or seven years journey level experience.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and FCC radio license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, specs and work orders to determine installation/repair approach.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring, conduits, and switchgear; test circuits.
• Operate and maintain radios, data terminals, and emergency communications equipment.
• Perform medium/high voltage work and maintain lighting in city facilities and airports.
• Prepare activity reports and ensure safety/building code compliance.

Skills

Blueprints

Electrical wiring

Radio systems

Testing equipment

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

Journeyman status

Industry-sponsored apprenticeship

Tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Ladders

Job description

City of Chicago is hiring an Electrical Mechanic to install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring and radio systems across city facilities and radio sites. The role requires completion of a registered apprenticeship or journeyman status, plus relevant experience.

The position is bid-based and open to eligible City employees; duties include troubleshooting, testing, and working with high/medium voltage equipment in various city locations.