City of Sparks, NV
Treatment Plant Electrician & Instrumentation Technician I/II
City of Sparks, NV, Sparks, NV, United States
Salary : $59,862.40 - $82,388.80 Annually
Location : City of Sparks, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-20
Department: Community Services
Division: Treatment Plant
Opening Date: 11/22/2024
Closing Date: 12/13/2024 8:00 AM Pacific
Job Information
Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community? If you answered YES, come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan. People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks.
Application Tips:
If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Civil Service Testing:
The Civil Service Exam for this position will be a Training and Experience Questionnaire. All applicants interested in consideration must complete the Training and Experience questions attached at the end of this job posting. Training and Experience Questionnaires will be evaluated and given a score. The score received will be the candidate's Civil Service Exam score and will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list. It is, therefore, in the candidate's best interest to answer each question completely and thoroughly.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, perform skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation such as found in a major wastewater treatment plant.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Treatment Plant Electrician Instrumentation Technician series.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
DESCRIPTION
Perform highly skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation found in a major wastewater treatment plant. Successful performance of the work requires not only journey-level electrician skills but a specialized knowledge of plant equipment and controls.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the experienced class in the Treatment Plant Electrician & Instrumentation Technician.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications to continue in the recruitment process:
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work.
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work in which two (2) years of experience in plant electrical/electronic/instrumentation maintenance work at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Treatment Plant Electrician I.
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.
Examples of Essential Duties
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation work.
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; perform troubleshooting and diagnostic work on a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; and perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
Perform other duties which may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools. Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain of a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic, instrumentation, electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work.
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; troubleshoot, calibrate, diagnose, and repair a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
Design complex electrical systems. Build and install electrical infrastructure. Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
Perform other duties which may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
Application and Recruitment Information
Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant.
Recruitment Communication:
Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.
Reasonable Accommodation:
Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.
Disclaimer:
The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order.
Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.
The City of Sparks is proud to offer a quality benefit program for our employees. Our plan offers a variety of benefits for a diverse workforce.
This is an overview of the City of Sparks benefit plans only. This overview does not in any manner modify, alter or expand or add to the applicable contract or resolution.
If you have questions regarding the various benefits described, please contact Human Resources at 353-2345.
• No State Income Tax
• Nevada PERS Retirement Plan Fully Paid by the City of Sparks
• No Social Security Participation, but Medicare Deduction Required (1.45%)
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave Plan
• Sick Leave Plan
• Sick Leave Bank
• Personal Day
• City Paid Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Insurance Coverage for Employee; Employees Hired after 7/1/2006 will contribute to the cost of Dependent Coverage
• City Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Workers Compensation
• Military Leave
• Family Leave
• Longevity Pay
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plans
01
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BEGINS HERE: The next five (5) questions are the required training and experience questions that will make up your Civil Service Exam. Responses to the questions must be completed and submitted with the application by the deadline date. Candidate responses to the questions will be evaluated and scored. **Candidate resumes and applications will not be available to raters and will not be considered for Exam Scoring. It is, therefore, in the candidate's best interest to answer each question as thoroughly, clearly and directly as possible.**Leaving questions blank will result in zero points. Please answer yes/no signaling you understand the above.
02
Describe your direct work experience purchasing industrial electrical systems and instrumentation. Be specific and include an example of your direct work experience purchasing industrial electrical systems and/or instrumentation. Include details about why the equipment was necessary and where and when you gained this experience.
03
Describe your direct work experience maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and instrumentation. Be specific and include details about the electrical systems and instrumentation you maintained, repaired and troubleshot. Include three examples of 1. maintenance, 2. repair and, 3. troubleshooting. Be specific and include details about any problems, your solutions and all of the steps you took. Be sure to include where and when you gained this experience.
04
Describe your direct work experience with Variable Frequency Drives. Be specific and include all the work you have done with these, where and when you gained this experience and your role when working with these.
05
What experience do you have installing electrical systems and instrumentation? Please include your direct work experience including the types of systems you have installed, all of the steps you took to install these things, and any problems and solutions you directly dealt with during the process. Include where and when you gained this experience.
06
Describe your experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. Be specific and include what type of blueprints, schematics, or manuals you have experience with, why you've had to become familiar with them, what you've used them for, the level of interpretation you have had to provide and any other reason you have used these types of work tools. Be specific and include where and when you gained this experience.
Required Question
Location : City of Sparks, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-20
Department: Community Services
Division: Treatment Plant
Opening Date: 11/22/2024
Closing Date: 12/13/2024 8:00 AM Pacific
Job Information
Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community? If you answered YES, come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan. People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks.
Application Tips:
- COMPLETELY fill out and update your general online application before attaching it to any new job posting. HR reviews information listed on the application submitted to the specific job posting. HR does NOT use personnel files in the screening process.
- Contact information: use an email address you can easily access at any time.
- The Qualifications section below is your guide to understand what the City is looking for on your application, use this to your advantage. It is up to the candidate seeking employment/promotion to include all relevant information for qualification purposes, on the application the candidate submits to be considered for the job.
- DO attach: licenses/transcripts/certificates that will demonstrate you meet the education or certification requirements (see qualifications section to determine what documents to attach) or preferred experience/education.
- DO NOTattach resumes or cover letters. The City of Sparks does not review these items with the application.
- Enable TEXT messagingin your application before you hit submit! This feature will allow the recruiter to send you important reminders throughout the recruitment process.
If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Civil Service Testing:
The Civil Service Exam for this position will be a Training and Experience Questionnaire. All applicants interested in consideration must complete the Training and Experience questions attached at the end of this job posting. Training and Experience Questionnaires will be evaluated and given a score. The score received will be the candidate's Civil Service Exam score and will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list. It is, therefore, in the candidate's best interest to answer each question completely and thoroughly.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, perform skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation such as found in a major wastewater treatment plant.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Treatment Plant Electrician Instrumentation Technician series.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
DESCRIPTION
Perform highly skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation found in a major wastewater treatment plant. Successful performance of the work requires not only journey-level electrician skills but a specialized knowledge of plant equipment and controls.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the experienced class in the Treatment Plant Electrician & Instrumentation Technician.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications to continue in the recruitment process:
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work.
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work in which two (2) years of experience in plant electrical/electronic/instrumentation maintenance work at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Treatment Plant Electrician I.
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.
Examples of Essential Duties
TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation work.
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; perform troubleshooting and diagnostic work on a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; and perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
Perform other duties which may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electrical, electronic and instrumentation trades
- Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work
- Knowledge of safety precautions for working around hazardous chemicals and equipment
- Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work
- Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits
- Knowledge of electronic control and instrumentation systems and real time computer applications
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision, within guidelines
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
- Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
- Ability to train others in work procedures
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools. Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
- This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
- This position reports to a Crew Supervisor
- Supervision exercised: May provide training and work direction to employees on a project or day to day basis
- Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus
- Required to be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends and holiday shifts
- Required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
- May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain of a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic, instrumentation, electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work.
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; troubleshoot, calibrate, diagnose, and repair a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
Design complex electrical systems. Build and install electrical infrastructure. Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
Perform other duties which may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electronic and instrumentation trades
- Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work
- Knowledge of safety precautions for working around hazardous chemicals and equipment
- Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work
- Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits
- Knowledge of electronic control and instrumentation systems and real time computer applications
- Knowledge of hazardous environment for electrical systems per NEC/NFPA standards
- Knowledge of high voltage troubleshooting and switching
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision, within guidelines
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
- Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
- Ability to maintain and manage own schedule effectively
- Ability to arrange multiple projects effectively to be completed within expected deadlines
- Ability to have direct and tough conversations with contractors regarding expectations
- Ability to train others in work procedures
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
- This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
- This position reports to a Crew Supervisor
- Supervision exercised: May provide training and work direction to employees on a project or day to day basis
- Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus
- Required to be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends and holiday shifts
- Required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
- May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
Application and Recruitment Information
Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant.
Recruitment Communication:
Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.
Reasonable Accommodation:
Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.
Disclaimer:
The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order.
Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.
The City of Sparks is proud to offer a quality benefit program for our employees. Our plan offers a variety of benefits for a diverse workforce.
This is an overview of the City of Sparks benefit plans only. This overview does not in any manner modify, alter or expand or add to the applicable contract or resolution.
If you have questions regarding the various benefits described, please contact Human Resources at 353-2345.
• No State Income Tax
• Nevada PERS Retirement Plan Fully Paid by the City of Sparks
• No Social Security Participation, but Medicare Deduction Required (1.45%)
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave Plan
• Sick Leave Plan
• Sick Leave Bank
• Personal Day
• City Paid Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Insurance Coverage for Employee; Employees Hired after 7/1/2006 will contribute to the cost of Dependent Coverage
• City Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Workers Compensation
• Military Leave
• Family Leave
• Longevity Pay
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plans
01
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BEGINS HERE: The next five (5) questions are the required training and experience questions that will make up your Civil Service Exam. Responses to the questions must be completed and submitted with the application by the deadline date. Candidate responses to the questions will be evaluated and scored. **Candidate resumes and applications will not be available to raters and will not be considered for Exam Scoring. It is, therefore, in the candidate's best interest to answer each question as thoroughly, clearly and directly as possible.**Leaving questions blank will result in zero points. Please answer yes/no signaling you understand the above.
- Yes
- No
02
Describe your direct work experience purchasing industrial electrical systems and instrumentation. Be specific and include an example of your direct work experience purchasing industrial electrical systems and/or instrumentation. Include details about why the equipment was necessary and where and when you gained this experience.
03
Describe your direct work experience maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and instrumentation. Be specific and include details about the electrical systems and instrumentation you maintained, repaired and troubleshot. Include three examples of 1. maintenance, 2. repair and, 3. troubleshooting. Be specific and include details about any problems, your solutions and all of the steps you took. Be sure to include where and when you gained this experience.
04
Describe your direct work experience with Variable Frequency Drives. Be specific and include all the work you have done with these, where and when you gained this experience and your role when working with these.
05
What experience do you have installing electrical systems and instrumentation? Please include your direct work experience including the types of systems you have installed, all of the steps you took to install these things, and any problems and solutions you directly dealt with during the process. Include where and when you gained this experience.
06
Describe your experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. Be specific and include what type of blueprints, schematics, or manuals you have experience with, why you've had to become familiar with them, what you've used them for, the level of interpretation you have had to provide and any other reason you have used these types of work tools. Be specific and include where and when you gained this experience.
Required Question