Electrician

YUMA; Yuma (AZ); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

ASRS (Arizona State Retirement System)

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Résumé du poste

The City of Yuma is seeking an Electrician to join the Utilities Department, focusing on Water and Wastewater electrical systems. You will maintain electrical equipment, read diagrams, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safety and code compliance in a challenging municipal environment.

Under general supervision, perform installation, testing, and repair of electrical components, with coordination across mechanics and plant operations to ensure reliable service to the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; four years as a skilled industrial electrician and completion of an electrical apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Proficient in electrical code compliance and safety standards.
• Experience with Water and Wastewater plant systems is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Locates and repairs electrical problems in W/WW facilities per codes.
• Performs electrical repair and maintenance within scope of authority and safety rules.
• Maintains W/WW electrical equipment using technical skills and knowledge of electrical systems.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates, installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems and components.
• Reads schematics and updates wiring diagrams as needed.
• Replaces faulty components and tests finished work to ensure system capability.
• Coordinates with supervisors and plant operations personnel for planned work.

Connaissances

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

W/WW systems

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship

4 years industrial electrician experience

Outils

Blueprints/Schematics

Industrial electrical equipment

Description du poste

Summary

Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!

We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as an Electrician, working with the Department of Utilities. This ideal candidate will be responsible to maintain Water and Wastewater (W/WW) electrical equipment and systems using technical skills, mechanical proficiency and knowledge of industrial level electrical systems.

Under general supervision, this job classification performs duties of a professional electrician including installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical equipment, components, and specialty Water and Wastewater (W/WW) treatment plant electrical systems for the City of Yuma's Utilities Department; recognizes abnormal conditions, and solves electrical systems problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Locates and repairs electrical problems in W/WW facilities in accordance with mechanical and electrical codes; works independently, and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Performs electrical repair and maintenance activities within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Maintains W/WW electrical equipment and systems using technical skills, mechanical proficiency and knowledge of electrical systems; inspects work to verify compliance to quality and safety standards.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates, installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems, components, and devices; reads and interprets diagrams, schematics and blueprints; prepares project cost estimates.
• Examines equipment malfunctions to determine cause and troubleshoot actual and potential problems.
• Examines components to be repaired and determines the proper repair techniques; studies schematics to determine needed repairs or replacement of components; replaces faulty components, and tests finished job to determine system capability; updates wiring diagrams as needed.
• Inspects a variety of electrical equipment; assures equipment functions meet job specifications and technical codes; maintains and updates daily log of activities; keeps current on issues and trends in electrical and electronic equipment.
• Installs, repairs, calibrates, and updates electrical wiring, fixtures, instruments, motors, pumps, generators, and specialty equipment and components; discusses scope of problems with supervisor, and recommends repair methods and techniques to correct problems and maintain system stability.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Confers with mechanics, technicians, plant operations personnel, and outside services to coordinate planned installation, repair, and preventive maintenance work.
• Recognizes abnormally operating equipment, and uses advanced troubleshooting methods and skills to diagnose and analyze conditions, and recommend required repairs.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND four years experience as a skilled industrial electrician and completion of an electrical apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND four years experience as a skilled industrial electrician and completion of an electrical apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge Of

• City policies and procedures.
• National Electrical Code and other local and state regulations and codes.
• Theories and principles of electrically operated valves, pumps, electrical motors, and controls.
• Principles, practices, and safety and quality standards for electrical system repair and maintenance.
• Functions and servicing requirements of W/WW plant machinery and equipment,
• Safe work practices, occupational hazards and safety precautions in a W/WW utility plant.
• Federal and state safety rules and regulations in W/WW utility plant environments.
• Repair and maintenance techniques for W/WW plant facilities, and servicing requirements of plant machinery and equipment.
• Electrical equipment up to 600 volts.

Skill in

• Reading and interpreting technical plans, schematics and specifications.
• Using a variety of diagnostic methods and techniques for troubleshooting all types of W/WW electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Interpreting technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams for the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical equipment and components.
• Testing, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining electrical equipment and systems.
• Operating and maintaining specialized utility system maintenance tools and equipment.
• Interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Creating single-line diagrams of electrical circuits.
• Use of a personal computer and basic software applications.

License And Certification Requirements

A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required. Additional technical training and certifications may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed on location at City W/WW Utility plants with moderate physical requirements, and strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds; working from ladders and/or bucket trucks and lifts at heights more than 150 feet. May be exposed to safety hazards, extreme temperatures, inclement weather conditions, and dangerous tools and equipment. Physical dexterity is required to work in confined spaces, and use precision tools and equipment; requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and distinguish between colored wires.

The City of Yuma offers the following benefits to Full-time City employees:

• ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are automatically enrolled in the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute 11.87% (pre-tax) and the City contributes 11.87% of employee gross wages through automatic deduction. Should an employee terminate City employment, the ASRS funds may be withdrawn or remain until retirement. Contributions to the ASRS are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
• LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) - Included through the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute .11% and the City contributes .11% of employee gross wages. LTD contributions are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
• SHORT TERM DISABILITY

The City provides short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee. Short-term disability replaces part of your income if you can’t work for a short time due to a covered disability.

• SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE - Employees pay a contribution into the Social Security & Medicare System.
• WORKER'S COMP. - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of Yuma for all employees.
• UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE - Employees are covered by Unemployment Insurance.
• MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE - The City of Yuma is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for its employees which is administered by the Yuma Area Benefit Consortium. Employees may choose from two traditional PPO plans or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed (unless waived). Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the City's Human Resources Department.
• LIFE INSURANCE - The City provides a life insurance policy for employees in an amount that is equal to your annual salary. An Accidental Death and Dismemberment rider is also included for an equal amount. Employees may elect, at their cost, additional life insurance for up to 5X their annual salary. Various voluntary insurance policies are available at your cost and may be set up as an automatic payroll deduction. Information is available from the City's Human Resources Department.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - The plan establishes a reimbursement account, which is designed to provide you with a means of paying for certain medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The amount you designate is subtracted from your earnings before taxes and is deposited in your flexible spending account. As a new employee you have 30 days from your hire date to enroll.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Provides free counseling sessions for employees and family members, as well as a 24-hour crisis line for emergencies.
• COMPENSATORY LEAVE (COMP. TIME) - Paid leave that an employee has elected to accrue in lieu of overtime payment.
• GENERAL LEAVE - This leave is available for all regular full-time and regular part-time employees. General Leave is paid leave for an employee's personal time off. General Leave accrual varies by the employee's years of service and employment status.
• 0 to 5 years = 6.14 hours per pay day or 153.5 hours annually
• 5 to 10 years = 7.74 hours per pay day or 193.5 hours annually
• 10 to 15 years = 8.06 hours per pay day or 201.5 hours annually
• 15 to 20 years = 8.7 hours per pay day or 217.5 hours annually
• 20+ years = 9.34 hours per pay day or 233.5 hours annually
• SICK LEAVE - Employees are eligible to utilize paid sick leave immediately following 90 calendar days from their date of hire. July 1 of each year, employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank. New employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank on their date of hire.
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

The City provides up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave to employees following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.

• HOLIDAYS - The City recognizes 12 holidays per year. Holiday pay is at eight hours per holiday.
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
• President's Day (third Monday in February)
• Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day (First Monday in September)
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day
• Additional Day in conjunction with Christmas
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may participate in a tax-sheltered Annuity Plan (457 Plan) through payroll deduction to provide additional retirement income.

• SMOKE-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT - The City prohibits smoking in, and within a reasonable distance of, all buildings used by the City for the conduct of City business or buildings or facilities used or occupied as workspace by City employees. This includes City owned and operated vehicles. This policy applies to all City employees, volunteers, citizens, and other persons entering or using City owned or operated facilities and/or vehicles.