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City of Raleigh, NC

Electrician

City of Raleigh, NC, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601


Salary:

$42,357.00 - $68,480.00 Annually

Location :

Raleigh, NC

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

2024-00710

Department:

PU Waste Treatment Plant

Opening Date:

10/28/2024

Closing Date:

11/11/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Hiring Range:

$41,526.00 - $56,000.00

Job Description

This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

Raleigh Water is seeking a motivated individual to join a team of electricians to service the department's wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, including North Carolina's only BioEnergy Recovery Project. Work involves technically skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation, PLCs and/or SCADA at wastewater treatment plants and lift/pumping stations.

Work Hours:Primary work hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. This position is expected to participate in on-call rotation that may require evenings and weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains and troubleshoots electrical/electronic systems and control devices at wastewater treatment plant and pumping stationsInstalls, calibrates tests, cleans, and repairs instruments, controls, and metering devices, such as various flow meters, differential pressure or electronic transmitters and receiversServices and operates a variety of computer, instrumentation and electrical tools and meters. Assists with operating and maintaining PLC, SCADA systems within the plants and pumping stationsMonitors motors, starters, controllers, etc. through SCADA and computer software. Installs new equipment, conduit, wiring, devices, and instrumentation controls as approved by supervisor. Performs periodic calibration and observation checks of meters, recorders, PLCs and other associated equipmentMaintains electronic control valves, circuit boards, motor control centers, pumps, motors, and complex instrumentation systems. Calibrates, cleans, and maintains in-situ process instrumentation (i.e., dissolved oxygen monitors) and adjusts electronic motorsPerforms preventative and predictive maintenance on all electrical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment. Assists in preparation of related technical equipment specifications and maintains inventory of spare parts on hand, ordering and testing new equipment, materials, and repair parts where neededInspects all new additions or changes to electrical/electronic work performed by contractorsParticipates in and complies with all City and Division safety programsInitiates and fully completes CMMS Work Orders for all work activities to include complete and accurate labor and materials usage. Provides estimates of project time and material costs to Planner/Analyst, oversees requisitions for parts and services, and maintains appropriate records

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:High School Diploma or GED and four years of journey-level electrician experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hireWastewater Collection System Operator or Biological Wastewater Treatment Operator certification and/or an electrical or other trades licensePreferred Qualifications:

Grade II Maintenance Technologist certification, or the ability to obtain within two (2) years of hire

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

Computerized Maintenance Management Software, database software, and word and spreadsheet processing softwareStandard practices, methods and materials of assigned workPractices and methods of electrical maintenance, repair and installation workBusiness math conceptsFiling and record-keeping principlesOccupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practicesUses and properties of supplies and equipmentApplicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulationsCustomer service principlesSpecialized equipment relevant to area of assignmentSkill In:

Diagnosing, assessing and evaluating electrical repair and maintenance needsPerforming journey-level repairs, maintenance and installation of electrical components, equipment and systemsConducting inspections, equipment testing and providing preventative maintenance.Organizing tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing competing demandsProviding directions to others in coordinating work and to meet service standardsProviding attention to detail in assignmentsProofreading and error correctionBusiness math computationsOrganizing and maintaining records and filesMaintaining and updating data and documentationComprehending reference books and manualsOperating assigned tools and equipmentInterpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standardsProviding customer serviceUtilizing a computer and relevant software applicationsUtilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work directionADA and Other Requirements:Positions in this class typically require: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Very Heavy Work:Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with frequent exposure to hazardous physical conditions (such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.);moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); frequent exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, blood and other body fluids); and moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, movement restrictions and intense noise.

Note:This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page:

https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are

not

eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

Some high schoolHigh school diploma (or GED)Some collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?

NoneLess than 1 year1 to less than 2 years2 to less than 3 years3 to less than 4 years4 to less than 5 years5 to less than 6 years6 to less than 7 years7 to less than 8 years8 to less than 9 years9 to less than 10 years10 years or more

03

Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

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