ELECTRICIAN

City of Columbia; Columbia (AL); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

City of Columbia is seeking an Electrician to install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic equipment across City buildings. You will troubleshoot issues, perform routine maintenance and document all work in detail.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Journeyman Electrician certification, IMSA certification (preferred), and a valid SC Class A Driver’s License within 12 months. On-call work including nights and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Some relevant prior experience.
• Have or be able to obtain a valid SC Class A Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.
• Have or be able to obtain Journeyman Electrician certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to work on call, holidays, nights and weekends as needed.
• May have an IMSA certification.

Responsabilités

• Installs, tests and maintains electrical and electronic equipment in City facilities and buildings.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance and records maintenance/repair work.
• Maintains vehicles and equipment; prepares work records and reports.
• Responds to inquiries and on-call requests as required.
• Inspects work for compliance with codes, standards and safety.

Connaissances

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Physical stamina

Formation

Journeyman Electrician certification

IMSA certification

SC Class A Driver’s License

Outils

Diagnostic tools

HVAC equipment

Description du poste

Posting number: 202600272

Department: PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION

Division: TRAFFIC ENGINEERING & OPS

Job classification: ELECTRICIAN

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Safety, Maintenance, Electronics

Summary

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This position performs skilled and technical work in the installation, maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment, and performs related duties as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

The work is considered medium-to-heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing or raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals; and

Examples of duties

• Installs, tests and maintains mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment associated with the City buildings electrical systems, including but not limited to fire alarm systems, automatic gates, outdoor lighting and building / facility electrical systems and equipment;
• Installs electrical equipment and lighting for special events as required;
• Troubleshoots, repairs and/or replaces electrical and mechanical equipment as needed;
• Performs electrical or general maintenance work as required for other divisions and departments;
• Hangs banners and installs signage on City buildings as requested;
• Performs all duties in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, City policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety;
• Determines supplies, parts, tools and equipment needed to accomplish assigned tasks; obtains quotes for parts and supplies as necessary;
• Maintains assigned vehicles, trucks and equipment;
• Prepares and maintains detailed work records and reports;
• Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility;
• Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to completing records and forms, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, attending meetings, etc.;
• Attends meetings, workshops, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills;
• Inspects work in progress and after completion to ensure compliance with applicable codes, specifications, standards and schedules;
• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment, such as vehicle, ice machines, computer controls, hand tools, diagnostic tools, etc.;
• Installs, maintains and repairs various plumbing systems and equipment, including but not limited to bathroom fixtures, water heaters / coolers, water lines, valves, drain lines, water fountains, etc.;
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses routine equipment and system problems; schedules and performs routine repair work or parts replacement;
• Performs general carpentry work for building construction / renovation as required;
• Pours and forms concrete; performs masonry work;
• Hangs and finishes sheetrock; lays tile, carpet, linoleum, etc.;
• Paints walls and other surfaces as needed;
• Repairs roofing;
• Repairs mechanical and electrical locks and locking systems;
• Performs welding and fabrication work as needed;
• Moves furniture and other heavy items as requested;
• Maintains assigned tools and equipment;
• Maintains accurate records on maintenance/repair work completed;
• Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and standards of safety and quality; ensures the timely completion of all assignments;
• Works outside regular work schedule to include on call, holidays, nights, and weekends, as needed; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Some relevant prior experience;

• Have or be able to obtain a valid South Carolina Class “A” Driver’s License within twelve (12) months from the date of hire or promotion;
• Have or be able to obtain a Journeyman Electrician certification within twelve (12) months from the date of hire or promotion;

• Availability to work on call, holidays, nights, and weekends, as needed;

• May have an IMSA certification.

Supplemental information

• Knowledge of basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas and volumes, and/or computing discounts and interest rates;
• Ability to compute or perform arithmetic operations using data or information;
• Ability to speak or signal to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature;
• Ability to lead, operate or repair complex machinery or equipment that requires extended training and experience, such as HVAC equipment, electronic equipment, and heavy shop equipment; may involve installation and testing;
• Ability to perform skilled work involving rules/systems with almost constant problem-solving;
• Ability to read technical instructions, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form;
• Ability to perform clerical, manual or technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and
• Ability to guiding others, requiring frequent decisions affecting co-workers and others who depend on the service or product; works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but with many variations from the routine.