Utility Maintenance Person - Plant Maintenance Electrician (M6000)

JOB SUMMARY

This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Plant Maintenance Electrician (PME) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities and grounds. Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of Sewer District electrical and electronic systems, wiring, fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Assists in electrical work such as installing, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting and repairing motor control centers, motor starters, controls loops, generators, high voltage substations, transformers, switchgear and other related equipment. Assists in calibration, installing conduits, pulling wiring and minor fabrication.

- Operates Sewer District vehicles and equipment for the purpose of transporting equipment and materials.

- Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the inspection of electrical equipment.

- Assists in troubleshooting and the analysis of faulty equipment.

- Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.

- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

- Candidate must have the following experience to qualify for entry into the Maintenance Training Program (MTP) at the third milestone (M6000): Candidate must possess five (5) years of industrial electrical experience or related military experience and training. Successful completion of an accredited trade school in the electrical or instrumentation disciplines may be substituted for work experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

- Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District's acceptable guidelines.

- A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery Electrician or Millwright (Electrical) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Candidate must possess basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping. A working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to electrical work is required.

- Candidate must possess the ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches and diagrams.

- Candidate must have the ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical or other job-related subjects as required.

- Candidate must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

- Candidate must possess the ability to be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to analyze, communicate, comprehend, coordinate, make decisions, possess general intelligence, interact, interpret, negotiate, possess numerical intelligence, organize, problem solve, have resilience and perform tasks. Physical work will need to be performed, such as balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, crouching, driving, feeling, operating heavy equipment, kneeling/squatting, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, typing and walking. Repetitive movements will need to be performed such as simple grasping, power grasping and fine manipulation with both hands. Ability to lift from floor to waist, waist to shoulder or floor to shoulder up to 60 lbs. and to push/pull up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis may be necessary. Position will require visual demands of accommodation, color vision, depth perception, far acuity and near acuity. Ability to withstand extremely loud noise exposure for fifteen minutes or longer on an intermittent basis is required. Exposure to environmental conditions such as respiratory hazards, extreme cold/heat (non-weather related), outdoor work, vibrations, wet/humid conditions, work around large machinery, work at heights and work inside confined spaces is encountered in this position.