Electrical/Ronics Syst Tech I (Flex I)

Las Vegas Valley Water District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Valley Water District seeks an Electrical/Ronics Systems Technician I (Flex I) to install, troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and electronic systems across a large potable water system in Las Vegas. This position starts at $38.22 per hour as Level I, with potential to flex to Level II at $44.22 per hour after 6–24 months.

The role requires a vocational electrical credential, the ability to obtain a Nevada Water Distribution Operator I license within 12 months, and willingness

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited vocational electrical program or equivalent.
• Two years journey-level experience in designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical/electronic equipment for large water systems.
• Must obtain NV Water Distribution Operator I license within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain, test, calibrate and repair electrical and electronic control systems used in potable water production and distribution.
• Diagnose and repair a wide range of electrical and electronic equipment and instrumentation.
• Coordinate work with other sections and teams; work independently or as part of a crew as required.

Skills

Electrical systems

Process control

Motor control

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Vocational electrical training

Job description

Electrical/Ronics Syst Tech I (Flex I)

Open Date: 08/27/26

Close Date: 09/17/26

Salary: $38.22 per hour

Job Type: Regular

Location: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas

For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at [e-mail]

Hours of Work: 4/10’s, 6am-4:30pm, Mon-Thurs

NOTE: This position is a flex position. Candidates will be hired in at a level I, with a starting salary of $38.22 hourly. After a 6–24-month period, the selected candidate will be evaluated to determine if they meet the criteria to flex to a
level II, with a starting salary of $44.22 hourly.

The ideal candidate must have the ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair complex electrical systems, process control systems, motor control circuits, motors and other equipment associated with a large potable water distribution system. Be a motivated self-starter and have the ability to work by themselves or in a team environment. Must be willing to work weekends and respond to after-hours emergencies.

A degree or certificate from an accredited vocational trade school or program pertaining to the electrical industry is desired. The candidate must have the ability to obtain an NDEP Water Distribution Operator I License within 1 year of hire.

INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the design, construction, installation, maintenance, testing, calibration and repair of electrical systems and electronic control systems used in the production, treatment, storage, transmission and distribution of residential, commercial and industrial potable and reclaimed water; and performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Practices, methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in the design, installation, testing, calibration, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment and devices common to a large complex waterworks system, including devices used for automated process control; operating characteristics of electronic components, including microprocessor controls and four to twenty milliamperes transmitting signal systems; thermography equipment operations and software, electrical and electronic shop procedures and practices; safety practices, safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work; shop mathematics; Safe Drinking Water Act and relevant EPA regulations; personal computer applications related to the work; National Electrical Code and other codes, ordinances, regulations and other standards pertaining to the work.

Ability to:

Test, diagnose, calibrate and repair a wide variety of electrical and electronic instrumentation devices, motors, machinery and equipment common to the water works field; use modern, state-of-the-art precision and diagnostic instruments, including laptops and other computer equipment, to test, calibrate, configure and repair complex electrical and electronic devices, equipment and wiring; identify and implement effective courses of action to complete assigned work; read and interpret plans, specifications, manuals, circuitry/wiring and ladder logic diagrams; exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines; coordinate work assignments with other sections, divisions or departments; operate and maintain scrubber and chlorine leak detector electrical and electronic equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.

Training and Experience:

The following are typical ways of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above:

Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician I – Graduation from an accredited vocational trade school; and two years of journey-level experience in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of complex electrical and electronic equipment and devices common to a large water works system; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician II – An Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician I may be considered for advancement to Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician II after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class. Proficiency criteria and the process for demonstrating performance at the levels established in the criteria are established jointly by hiring authorities and the Director, Human Resources and are described in a separate document.

Typically, an Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician I is expected to be capable of meeting the proficiency criteria within a 6-24 month period, depending on an individual’s prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician II duties as described in the established performance criteria.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

For those assigned to Operations: State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Distribution Operator’s Grade I within 12 months of hire;

For those assigned to Treatment: Nevada State Health Division Treatment Operator I certification within 12 months of hire.

Chlorine Response Team Members must meet requirements to serve on team.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described hare are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear signal warnings and equipment operating sounds; walk or sit; climb, balance and work up to heights of 100 feet; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Some incumbents may be required to pass and maintain a breathing test at 80 percent or higher; perform shutoffs and other repairs while wearing SCBA and other protective clothing and equipment.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use shop mathematics; observe and interpret situations; deal with changing, intensive deadlines; and interact with officials and the public.