City of Fresno is hiring: Industrial Electrician in Fresno

Overview

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION. Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs, select the “Job Postings” link then “Apply for a Job at the City of Fresno”.

RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. Recruitment may close at any time.

Position Description

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

As an Industrial Electrician, you\'ll be at the heart of a high-voltage operation—keeping substations humming, motors spinning, and critical infrastructure online. This dynamic role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge equipment and tackle industrial challenges that keep the city powered and moving. If you\'re an experienced journey-level electrician with relevant training or education in industrial electrical systems, this could be your spark to shine – apply today!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair industrial electrical systems
• Service high-voltage substations and equipment
• Install and troubleshoot variable frequency drives and PLCs
• Follow safe practices for handling energized circuits
• Inspect and overhaul power generation components
• Interpret electrical diagrams and blueprints
• Install lighting, signaling, and communication systems
• Use computers for work orders and inventory access
• Maintain equipment using vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic analysis, oil analysis, and other predictive monitoring technologies, depending upon assignment
• Perform related duties as assigned

Experience with Predictive Maintenance tools and techniques will be instrumental in the current vacancy.

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment; please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview. Incumbents may be required to work any shift; overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The full job specification is available to view at the following reference:

JS-Industrial-Electrician (PDF) – Fresno City

Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 7 Classification- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 100 (IBEW)

• HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 plan for health and dependent care expenses.
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
• VACATION: Accrue (8-14) hours per month.
• SICK LEAVE: Accrue eight (8) hours per month.
• HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) city-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
• SHORT-TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program
• BILINGUAL PREMIUM: Pay: $50 per month
• HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
• RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems; vested after 5 years. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
• DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): Optional program allowing retirement benefits in a special savings account while continuing to work for the City for up to 10 years.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at referenced sources.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure placement on the eligible list.

Option 1: Completion of a recognized four-year electrical apprenticeship program AND two (2) years of experience as a journey-level Electrician in an industrial setting performing troubleshooting, repair, and installation of transmission and power distribution equipment, large motors and motor control centers, and programmable logic controllers.

Option 2: Sixty (60) semester units from an accredited college or university in a related electrical field AND two (2) years of experience as a journey-level Electrician in an industrial setting performing troubleshooting, repair, and installation of transmission and power distribution equipment, large motors and motor control centers, and programmable logic controllers.

Option 3: Six (6) years of full-time electrician work experience in an industrial setting performing troubleshooting, repair, and installation of transmission and power distribution equipment, large motors and motor control centers, and programmable logic controllers.

Additional Requirements: Required to obtain a California State Electrician\'s Certificate of Competency within one (1) year of appointment and maintain a valid certificate for the entire term of employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver\'s License is required at time of appointment. Candidates must provide proof of a valid driver\'s license and a current copy of their driving record. The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment.

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following: Application Review (Qualifying Only), Oral Examination (100%): A panel will evaluate knowledge, experience, and qualifications. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The oral examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of the interview window.

How to Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION. Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs, select the “Job Postings” link then “Apply for a Job at the City of Fresno”.

The Instruction Guide on how to complete an online application is available at: www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ApplicationUserGuide2.pdf

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Provide specific examples for each job title related to journey-level Electrician in an industrial setting.

Resumes will not be accepted in substitution for a completed employment application. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Attachments must be uploaded with your application.

How to Attach Documents to Your Online Application: From the Careers Home page, under “My Career Tools” select “Cover Letters & Attachments,” then click “Add Attachments” at the bottom. Attach the appropriate documents and proceed to submit your application by the filing deadline.

All correspondence regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. Applicants should check their email regularly. An automatic confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.

Veteran’s Preference: Candidates may submit DD214 to receive five (5) points toward the final score if eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department in advance of the examination.