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Electrical Technician

Under general supervision, this position performs complex skilled and technical work in the repair, maintenance and installation of electrical systems, lines, fixtures and equipment in city buildings and facilities. Reports to the Manager of Properties Management.

Performs skilled electrical work for the purpose of maintaining, repairing and ensuring the working condition of electrical systems in city buildings and facilities; uses a variety of tools and equipment to include varied electrical meters, conduit benders, genie boom, drills, saws and hand tools.

Troubleshoots and repairs electrical lighting and distribution and safety components; installs electrical wiring systems in new and renovated structures; performs preventative maintenance and repairs to main switchboards and panel boards; troubleshoots complex electrical problems; estimates electrical needs for new construction, remodeling and repair work; reads and interprets blueprints; determines lay out of electrical systems and prepares diagrams and drawings of electrical system.

Diagnoses and troubleshoots live electrical circuits with or without a blue print or schematic; diagnoses problems and repairs and replaces failed lighting systems as well as the controls and ballast on lighting equipment; runs new circuits for receptacles, wiring and splicing in strings of lighting, testing and retesting lighting for on/off of all facilities.

Receives and completes work orders; determines work to be performed; obtains materials, equipment and supplies and plans sequence of work; prepares work site and sets up needed protective devices; evaluates equipment performance and parts durability and reports findings for consideration in procurement of new equipment; prepares temporary electrical systems for special events; maintains work orders, inventory of spare parts; initiates procurement of replacement supplies and equipment, and makes cost and material estimates.

Performs other related work as required. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs.

Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, codes, materials and equipment employed in electrical work. Has considerable knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures for electrical fixtures and systems. Ability to plan, diagnose, install, maintain and repair electrical fixtures, components and system parts. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to perform medium physical work. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all departments, co-workers and the general public.

Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Essential Job Functions."

Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and for meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attends work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.

Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified i.e., poor communications, variance with policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons within the department.

Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual and departmental benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all department employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees and managers in other departments, to project a good departmental image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the city. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the city. Interacts effectively with fellow employees, professionals and the general public.

Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions of time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings and deadlines.

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the city and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.

High school diploma or the equivalent and 3 - 5 years of experience in the servicing, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A State Journeyman Electrician's License is required. Master Electrician is preferred.

A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history.

Requires satisfactory results from a pre-employment medical evaluation and pre-employment substance abuse testing. This position is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.