Facilities Maintenance Electrician

Clark County; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County is seeking a Facilities Electrician to perform skilled electrical work across county-owned buildings and grounds. The role requires journey-level expertise in AC/DC wiring, electrical fixtures, and related equipment, with a current WA General Journeyman Electrical License (EL01) and ongoing license maintenance.

The incumbent will work in diverse conditions, including inclement weather and elevated spaces, and will be required to follow strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of maintenance techniques for electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints and specifications and determine material needs.
• Experience following safety practices around energized circuits and electrical hazards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, alter, maintain and repair interior and exterior wiring systems and electrical fixtures.
• Install and service main service disconnects, panels, breakers and switching gear; test and troubleshoot.
• Install metal conduit systems and low voltage raceways for data and camera systems.
• Maintain records and reports; ensure NEC and WA electrical code compliance.
• Work independently or with others in varied conditions and environments.

Skills

Electrical theory

Maintenance techniques

Wiring repair

Blueprints interpretation

Safety practices

Education

General Journeyman Electrical License (EL01)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Conduit bending tools

Job description

Job Summary This class is a journey level classification performing skilled electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring systems (AC/DC), electrical fixtures and other related equipment for County owned/leased buildings, grounds and operated facilities, and perform other duties as assigned.

CLASSIFICATION DISTINCTIONS

The Facilities Management Division is responsible for planning, directing and administering comprehensive programs for space planning, commercial leasing, construction, remodeling, maintenance, utilities, security environmental safety and general support services for County-owned and leased building and grounds.

The Facilities Electrician is a journey level classification responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical projects for County owned/leased building, properties, and related electrical systems.

The incumbent will be required to work in a variety of conditions, including inclement weather, varying outside temperatures, elevated work areas, electrical hazards and confining spaces.

The Facilities Electrician is distinguished from other Facilities Maintenance classifications in that they have completed the equivalent of a structured apprenticeship program and to hold the appropriate trade license or card at date of hire and are expected to keep their license current (WA EL01).

This position is represented by Local 48 IBEW.

This position is a limited duration position with a current end date of 12/31/2027.

Qualifications Required

Knowledge and Skills Thorough knowledge of: Maintenance techniques for building, electrical, electromechanical practices and theory, including solid-state; electrical project and work documentation; safety practices in operating mechanical devices and equipment, vehicles, and in following safe electrical practices in the installation and maintenance of a wide variety of electrical systems. Skill to: Maintain and repair wiring and electrical systems and equipment; operate electrical testing and measuring devices; operate power and manual tools standard to electrical trade; locate and adjust defects in electrical systems and equipment; understand electrical blueprints and specifications, with the ability to take off the required list of materials and equipment necessary to effect the installations required; understand and interpret drawings and specifications; prepare and maintain accurate records and reports; recognize color codes on electrical components and wires; recognize sounds that would assist in the repair of electrical devices; ability to work safely on energized circuits with tools; safely operate a motor vehicle in the course of the performance of work; understand verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, other agency personnel, subcontractors and the public.

Qualifications: A current General Journeyman Electrical License (EL01) issued by the State of Washington; and, Three (3) years paid journey level experience performing skilled electrical work.

Other Requirements

Must successfully pass a criminal background check which may include national or state fingerprint records check. Must complete, pass, and maintain required Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) training. May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Must have the ability to respond to call-out emergencies when necessary and will be periodically assigned to standby.

Selection Process

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.

Employment References will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

First review of candidates will be October 16th. This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Examples of Duties

KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)

• Inspects, installs, alters, maintains and repairs interior and exterior wiring systems, both AC and DC, electrical fixtures, interior and exterior lighting and other related equipment for County buildings.
• Installs and repairs batteries, electrical motors, pumps, drives and other connected electrical devices.
• Studies blueprints and specifications to determine where motors and equipment will be placed.
• Purchases needed materials; obtains the required price quotations of direct purchases; picks up materials at Facilities Management warehouse, or supplier; load, hauls and unloads at the job site.
• Installs and services main service disconnects and panels including circuit breakers and Installs and services main service disconnects and panels including circuit breakers and switching gear; makes all necessary terminations; operates and tests electrical generator, transfer switches and Uninterruptable Power Systems (UPS).
• Installs metal conduit systems; calculates the necessary bends, saddles and offsets needed for placement of the required junction boxes, fabricating, making the necessary cuts and installation of complete system; studies and determines the size of the required conduit, as required based on the number and size of the wires to be contained within; provides the necessary hangers and support for the conduit and suitable marking of the cables to ease termination.
• All work required to meet NEC and WAC requirements.
• Implements and trains personnel on the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) out practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities.
• Installs, tests and maintains building fire alarm systems.
• Install low voltage raceways and pull wire for low voltage systems, such as phone, data, cable, or camera systems.
• Studies technical manuals describing the functioning of each piece of equipment in order to determine the proper connection and operating voltages and to supply the required and suggested safety services.
• Maintains accurate records; provides reports of work performed; documents system design and any changes for future work and service; trouble shoots and repairs all electrical systems involving all county facilities.
• Performs other building and property maintenance duties as needed, including but not limited to assisting other trades, clean up and property flood damage, snow removal, etc.
• Project and daily duty clean up after themselves, day-to-day housekeeping.
• Must be able to work independently, or as a team, with minimal supervision and perform assign tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Salary Grade

Local 48.9A Salary Range $53.02 - $53.02- per hour Close Date 12/31/2027

Equal Opportunity Employer Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy. Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live. Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home. Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people. Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Some recruitments may require the following: Assessment, Cover Letter, Practical Exam, Evidence of a valid driver’s license, Criminal Background Check or other requirements. Oral Interviews are conducted with a panel of interviewers. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring department. Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education. You can get more information about job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources.