Trades Specialist: Industrial Electrician

Salary : $52,146.00 - $80,912.00 AnnuallyLocation : Durham, NCJob Type: Full time with benefitsJob Number: 24-05168Department: Water ManagementOpening Date: 11/13/2024Closing Date: ContinuousPosition DescriptionWork, Serve, Thrive. With the City of Durham Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.Hiring Range: $52,146 - $57,492Work Day/Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pmThe City of Durham's Department of Water Management (DWM) wants YOU to join our team of more than 380 talented and dedicated employees that provide critical water and sewer services for Durham's 309,000 plus residents. Not only do we deliver the Best Tasting Water in the state to our customers each and every day, but we also make sure that the wastewater leaving our facilities is carefully treated to protect the environment. DWM is seeking a seasoned person with a good work ethic and congenial personality to join our industrial plant maintenance team. As part of a two-person crew, the purpose of this position is to perform skilled work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment in a commercial/industrial environment. Corrective maintenance is performed for large electrical motors and controls, electrical switchgear, and other electrical equipment at water and wastewater facilities & over 60 lift stations. Perform Preventive Maintenance on electrical equipment using specialized motor analyzing meters and software to track data and reduce unplanned machine downtime. Other duties include overtime and/or rotation for stand-by/recall, completing administrative duties, and assessing equipment and systems for acceptable performance levels. Duties/Responsibilities Performing skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment including troubleshooting fixtures and components; testing for power; replacing lamps and ballasts; replacing and/or installing receptacles and switches; replacing light fixtures; repairing panel boxes; overseeing lift and pump station repairs; assisting with HVAC troubleshooting; repairing wiring; and responding to emergency calls.Performs preventative and general maintenance on electrical, HVAC, safety, utility, and related systems, equipment, and devices; diagnoses and troubleshoots issues; utilizes computer-controlled and specialized programs, systems, and software; installs repairs, replaces, tests, and/or maintains equipment and systems; monitors contractor operations; and ensures compliance with applicable safety and operational requirements, policies, and procedures.Responds to emergency requests and performs emergency repairs; coordinates repairs with vendors and other staff; and identifies and troubleshoots system or equipment malfunctions and issues escalated by lower-level staff.Maintains records; gathers information; monitors and tracks supply usage; and obtains price quotes for repairs.Minimum Qualifications & Experience High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)One additional year of technical or vocational trainingThree years of related journey trades experience.Valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license "or" if you currently have another states driver's license, must be willing and able to obtain a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hireColor vision required for some assignments.CONTINUING EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Ability to complete job-related training including (but not limited to) forklift operation, lock out/tag out, confined space, ladder safety, respirator and emergency evacuation training.Additional Preferred Skills One year of CMMS program experience, familiarity using an Infrared thermography camera, Ultrasound probe equipment, and other hand held electrical meters.Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, or water utility preferred.For positions assigned to electrical repairs, the North Carolina Electrical Limited license is preferred.For positions assigned to HVAC, the CFC universal refrigerant certification is preferred.Work environment works in a small group and works closely with 2 or more employeesWork environment requires employees to report to work daily at different locations and will be exposed to strong/bad odors which are present at sewage water treatment plants and lift stationsBenefits - General Full-Time Employees 12-13 paid holidays per year 13 standard work days of vacation per year 13 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement 2 weeks paid military leave per year Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans State and City retirement plans Short and long term disability plans Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions City contribution of 13.6% into the N.C. State Retirement System Paid funeral leave Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling Paid life insurance equal to annual salary 48 hours for volunteer work each year* 4 hours parental leave each year Workman's Compensation Insurance 457 Deferred Compensation PlansBenefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year) 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary) State retirement planBenefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period) 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary) State retirement plan effective first day of the month following date of hire Health insurance effective first day of the month following date of hire Dental and life insurance, after one year of service Pro-rated vacation, pro-rated sick, pro-rated floating holiday, parttime holiday pay (based on scheduled hours for that day) after one year of service01 Where did you first hear about this opportunity? City of Durham Website Walk in Job fair Employee referral Professional organization ***Please list the organization in "other" box below*** Internet posting ***Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below*** Craig's List Facebook LinkedIn GlassDoor governmentjobs.com Monster.com Indeed.com Employment Security Commission Magazine/Newspaper Other 02 If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication. 03 Please select your highest level of COMPLETED education. Less than a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC) High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC) Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree PhD or Juris Doctorate 04 Please list any/all training or education you have had in a specific vocational, administrative, or technical area:(Such as OSHA, CDL, equipment, or other trades area training) 05 How many years of related journey trades experience do you have? No related experience Less than 1 year of related experience 1 year but less than 3 years related experience 3 years but less than 7 years related experience 7 or more years related experience 06 How would you rate your experience level with electrical operations, maintenance, startup and/or commissioning, & construction practices? No experience Beginner level Intermediate level Advanced level Expert level 07 How would you rate your experience level with using an Infrared thermography camera, Ultrasound probe equipment, and other hand held electrical meters? No experience Beginner level Intermediate level Advanced level Expert level 08 Do you have any experience with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)? Yes No 09 Do you have a North Carolina Electrical Limited license? Yes No 10 Do you have hands-on experience with electrical panels, switchgear, motor control centers, breakers/fuses, motors, pumps, & variable frequency drives? Yes No 11 How would you rate your experience level with MS Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint? No experience Beginner level Intermediate level Advanced level Expert level 12 Do you have a valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license? (If you have a license from a State other than North Carolina, you must be willing and able to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days of hire) I have a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license. I have a valid license from another State and I am willing to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days. I do not have a valid, unrestricted driver's license. 13 Are you willing and able to complete job-related training? (Such as but not limited to forklift operation, lock out/tag out, confined space, ladder safety. Respirator and emergency evacuation training) Yes No 14 This position works in small groups, are you willing to work closely with 2 or more employees? Yes No 15 Due to the nature of the work, the working area can have strong or bad odors which are present at sewage water treatment plants and lift stations. Are you comfortable working in this environment? Yes No 16 This position requires you to report to work daily at different locations, are you willing and able to work under these conditions? Yes No Required Question