Electrician (I, II, or III)

Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing assigned work related to instrumentation/electrical process control equipment of water treatment plant facilities, water supply and storage facilities, booster pump stations, and distribution systems.

This position is classified as essential in the event of a declaration of emergency and may be assigned activities that promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property.

Essential Job Functions

- Maintains, repairs and calibrates electrical instrument and control system equipment.

- Inspects, maintains and repairs water treatment facilities for proper operation of equipment to include motor control centers and facility specific variable frequency drives.

- Performs preventive and corrective maintenance program for instrumentation/electrical.

- Maintains inventory of spare parts.

- Performs general housekeeping duties as directed.

- Makes recommendations for purchase or replacement of equipment.

- Prepares routine reports and maintains accurate records including daily logs.

- Assists in training of lower-level employees in the electrical field.

- Troubleshoots electrical issues using the correct testing equipment.

- Follows the NEC state and local building regulations.

- Follows and guides others on lockout/tagout protocol.

- Must be available on an "on-call" basis when required by the Maintenance Manager.

- Participates in the department cross-training initiatives to acquire knowledge and skill sets to support the department and the Authority.

- Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma, vocational or GED; supplemented by minimum of five (5) years of journey-level experience in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical/electronic equipment common to water treatment systems; or an equivalent combination of training, and experience.

Special Qualifications

- A valid State of Florida driver’s license to operate the motor vehicle operated. The requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.

- Possess a journeyman's electrical license

- Completion of OSHA 30 safety course

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

- Knowledge of electrical principles for process control of water treatment processes.

- Knowledge of Authority policies and procedures.

- Thorough understanding of electrical standards, codes, schematics and blueprints.

- Knowledge of medium voltage electrical systems.

- Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions.

- Ability to update blueprints to reflect changes/modifications as necessary.

- Ability to design, build, install & test electrical equipment.

- Ability to safely work on Medium Voltage Switch Gear (up to 25,000VAC)

- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.

- Ability to apply independent judgment on technical problems.

- Ability to understand and interpret automation/instrumentation control functions.

- Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

- Ability to respond to work under emergency conditions during crisis situations.

- Ability to work effectively with others.

- Ability to use a computer and related software.

- Ability to properly and safely operate a motor vehicle.

Minimum Standards Required To Perform Essential Job Functions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally,

and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained, the performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials. In addition, you must have the ability to stand for extended periods as well as bend, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull and exhibit a full range of movement. This position also requires the ability to climb stairs and ladders and to perform physical tasks at heights of up to 35 feet, safely perform gas cylinder change-out procedures while wearing SCBA equipment, and work in confined spaces while wearing appropriate safety equipment.

Sensory Abilities

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odors. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. In addition, you must have the ability to use visual, auditory, and olfactory cues to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment and/or process and make corrective repairs and adjustments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Tasks may risk exposure to strong and/or toxic chemicals, noise extremes, humidity, dust, machinery, wetness, and odors. In addition, you must have the ability to work outdoors, without climate control and in adverse weather conditions.