Electrician Journeyman, (A264210-2), 206, Wastewater Treatment

Performs skilled electrician's work to provide a safe and reliable electrical environment in the plants and booster stations. Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
 

• Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures.
• Inspects control panel, junction boxes, and mission control box to check for proper functionality.
• Troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs electrical circuits and equipment. 
• Performs preventative maintenance in control panels; cleans junction boxes, checks voltage and amperage, and inspects fuses, relays, and wiring connections.
• Repairs and/or replaces equipment as needed.
• Maintains inventory of electrical supplies; prepares reports and maintains records.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of electrical code requirements related to electrical wiring and equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in organization and time management. 
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to make routine estimates of time and materials.
• Ability to locate and adjust defects in electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls.
• Ability to work from drawings and specifications.
• Ability to comply with City policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

 
Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Never

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space 

 
 
Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space 

 
Sometimes

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Warehouse environment

 
Frequently

• Outdoor environment 
• Vehicles

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
 
Never

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

 
Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

 
Sometimes

• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

 
Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts

Travel Position will require the employee to travel
 
Never:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

 
Seldom:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• At least two (2) years of journeyman electrician level experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Journeyman Electrician License from the State of Texas is required.

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable..