Electrician
City of South Gate
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Job summary
City of South Gate is seeking a skilled Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across city buildings, street lighting, traffic signal systems, standby generators, and related infrastructure. The role also involves working on heating and air conditioning systems and operating heavy equipment.
Under the supervision of the Electrical Supervisor, Lead Electrician, or Senior Electrician, you will perform duties ranging from routine tasks to complex repairs,
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant electrical maintenance experience.
- Valid California Class B driver’s license.
- Work Zone Safety Certificate.
- IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Technician Certificate.
- NCCCO Crane Certificate is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Maintains and installs electrical building equipment and systems such as lights, plugs, breakers, fuses, panels and conduit.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains street lighting systems and related equipment; replaces light poles and components using high-lift equipment.
- Repairs and replaces underground circuits, lamps, ballasts and disconnects.
- Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical components of traffic signal systems and associated equipment; maintains and repairs heating and air conditioning systems.
- Maintains and repairs electric motors at well pumps and related equipment; maintains and repairs civil defense sirens and related equipment.
- Maintains and repairs electrical components associated with standby generators, controls, panels, and related equipment.
- Operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment, aerial boom lift equipment and power equipment.
- Tests electrical circuits for shorts, grounds, open conditions, and insulation integrity using appropriate test equipment; completes related records on work performed.
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Job description
Under general supervision, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of electrical systems and equipment; performs electrical work on City building electrical systems, street lighting systems, traffic signal systems, standby generator systems, and related infrastructure, works on heating and air conditioning systems; operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment, aerial boom lift equipment and power equipment; performs related duties as required.
The Electrician may perform a range of electrical maintenance, installation, and repair work, from routine assignments to more complex repairs and installations under the technical guidance of Senior Electricians, Lead Electricians, and supervisory staff.
Works under the general supervision of the Electrical Supervisor, Lead Electrician, or Senior Electrician.
Does not supervise.
Essential functions 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; and reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Maintains and installs a variety of electrical building equipment and systems such as lights, plugs, breakers, fuses, panels and conduit.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains street lighting systems and related equipment; replaces light poles and components using high-lift equipment.
- Repairs and replaces underground circuits, lamps, ballasts and disconnects.
- lnstalls, maintains, and repairs electrical components of traffic signal systems and associated equipment. Maintains and repairs heating and air conditioning systems; installs and maintains thermostat controls, ducts, compressors and electric furnaces.
- Maintains and repairs electric motors at well pumps and related equipment; maintains and repairs civil defense sirens and related equipment.
- Maintains and repairs electrical components associated with standby generators, controls, panels, and related equipment.
- Operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment, aerial boom lift equipment and power equipment.
- Tests electrical circuits for shorts, grounds, open conditions, and insulation integrity using appropriate test equipment. Completes related records on work performed.
- May be required to work during weekdays, weeknights, and/or weekends; must be able to perform standby functions as required to meet operational needs of Electrical Division.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent is required, and two (2) years of recent, paid work experience performing skilled electrical maintenance and installation work, which includes light industry, construction and troubleshooting, is required.
- A valid California Class B driver’s license and it must be maintained with a satisfactory driving record through employment.
- Work Zone Safety Certificate.
- IMSA Level I Traffic Signal Technician Certificate.
Possession of NCCCO Crane Certificate is highly desirable.
This classification is subject to random drug/alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation guidelines/requirements.
Knowledge of: methods, materials, tools and equipment used in general construction and maintenance electrical work; operation, maintenance and repair of electrical components of traffic signals; safety laws and regulations related to electrical work and traffic signals.
Ability to: understand and follow oral and written directions; work at heights; keep accurate records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of South Gate. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The City supports a Drug-Free Workplace.
- All potential employees are required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, fingerprinting, and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).
- New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.
Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employee's parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.
The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 79th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.
Effective 07/01/2024 – 06/30/2025
Approved 11/20/2024
- Medical Insurance
- CalPERS Health Plans. City pays Kaiser HMO rates for all plans.
- Dental Insurance
- Principal Dental PPO and Liberty Dental Network HMO options. City pays HMO dental rates.
- Medical & Dental Opt Out
- City contributes a percentage of premium on a bi-weekly basis towards City's deferred compensation plan.
- Superior Vision Insurance
- City pays 100% of premium
- Life Insurance
- $50,000 Life and AD&D
- Vacation Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)
- 80 hours/year (1 to 4 yrs); 120 hours/year (5 to 9 yrs); 160 hours/year (10+ yrs).
- Maximum accrual of 350 hours
- Vacation Buyout up to 40 hours/yr by written request
- Sick Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)
- 120 hours/yr.
- Sick Payout
- If hired after 1/1/93, refer to MOU
- If hired after 7/31/22, no sick leave payout.
- Personal Business
- Up to 50 hours per calendar year, deducted from sick leave bank.
- Administrative Leave for Exempt Employees - Pro-rated @ hire
- 60 hours/yr. – Exempt Employees Only
- Maximum accrual of 100 hours.
- Administrative Leave Buyout up to 40 hours/year by written request.
- Holidays
- 130 hours/yr., includes days between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day
- Longevity Pay
- 1.5% for 5th through 10th Yrs; 2.0% for 10th+ through 15th Yrs; 2.5% for 15th+ through 19th Yrs; 3.0% for 20th+ Yrs.
- Bilingual Pay for qualified employees in eligible positions
- Employees in positions eligible for bilingual pay must pass an exam.
- Verbal bilingual skills: $75/month (MEA Employees) / $100/month (PMMA Employees)
- Verbal, reading and writing Skills: $100/month (MEA Employees) / $125/month (PMMA Employees)
- Excellent verbal, reading, and writing skills with the ability to act as a Translator: $175/month (MEA Employees) / $200/month (PMMA Employees)
- Communication Allowance for eligible Exempt Employees
- $100/month for use of personal cellular phone for City business in lieu of City issued phone.
- Education Incentive Premium for PMMA Employees
- If not required by job classification
- $50/month for BA/BS degree
- $100/month for post-graduate degree
- Equipment Mechanics Tool Allowance
- $600 per fiscal year for Equipment Mechanics
- Deferred Compensation
- Voluntary Enrollment - Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
- Employer match of employee deferral up to $100/month.
- Retirement CalPERS
- Classic Members – 2.7% at age 55 (5 year vesting period)
- Employee contributes 8.0% of Employee's Share of Normal Cost
- PEPRA Members – 2.0% at age 62 (5 year vesting period)
- Retiree Medical Insurance
- $300/month stipend plus CalPERS fee, at retirement with 20 years of qualifying City service & continued CalPERS medical enrollment.
- Educational Reimbursement
- $2,500 annual per individual. $3,000 for private university.
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