Industrial Electrician

ENTRY SALARY: $59,128.87

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under limited direction, the Industrial Electrician performs experienced and highly skilled electrical and mechanical work in the maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and wiring used in the City's Water/Wastewater facilities.

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs skilled mechanical and electronic work in the maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of sensors, meters, pumps, instruments, and telemetry systems used in the operation and care of Water/Wastewater facilities for the City of Clearwater.
• Troubleshoots, evaluates, and determines issues that need to be repaired; researches instrument and control manuals to properly troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix equipment and gauges; understands and applies detailed schematics manual details, and provides expertise in more challenging situations.
• Uses and operates control schematics and PLC programs to diagnose and repair automation controls; programs controllers and replaces sensors, tubing, batteries, and wiring if needed to make operational.
• Inspects, evaluates, and monitors routine maintenance around Water/Wastewater facilities treatment plant, lifts stations, booster stations, wells, and remote sites; use all senses to examine and evaluate equipment for functionality and operation; performs specialized repairs and maintenance when needed.
• Installs, calibrates, and ensures the operation of new equipment and instruments; installs conduit, electrical equipment, and wiring; makes consistent updates to current equipment and recommends new equipment that would benefit the quality of the plant.
• Analyzes, inspects, and troubleshoots Water, Wastewater, Lift Stations, Booster Stations and Wells, facilities and equipment; troubleshoots and provides electrical repairs to circuit boards for hard to find equipment and various instrumentation.
• Documents and reports time used, materials used, and vehicle movement and condition; tracks and reports on repairs and maintenance performed on various equipment; ensures all electrical work is done to industry standards, City Code and all appropriate local code regulations.
• Researches parts, equipment, and tools, works with vendors, and obtains necessary items; tests used equipment to determine status and functionality; inventories and organizes parts and equipment for effective completion of jobs and repairs.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver's license is required.

Possession of a valid Journeyman Electrician's License issued by the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCLB) is preferred.

Must obtain and maintain Journeyman Electrician's License within 6 months of hire date.

Ability to obtain a forklift license.

Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes

Type: Obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within their probationary period (6 months from hire date). Obtain and maintain Class A CDL within 1 year of hire date.

This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides: Electrical meters, testing & repair equipment, chop saw, drill motors, hammer drills, shovel, pick, hand wrenches, crane truck, portable lift station, vehicle, fork lift, phone, computer, and other equipment as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate AND one (1) year of vocational training. Possession of a valid Journeyman Electrician's License issued by the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCLB) preferred. If candidate does not hold Journeyman Electrician's License must possess prior experience that will qualify them to sit for the PCLB electrical journeyman's test and pass it within 6 months of the date of hire. Five (5) years of experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair plus two (2) years of experience in mechanical repair work, including electrically operated pumps; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of -

• Practices, principles, methods, and skills in the care and maintenance of electrical equipment, fixtures, and components
• Methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in electrical repair and maintenance
• Meters, gauges, telemetry systems, and other electronic communications equipment
• Project management
• Safety and hazard precautions related to electronics, water and wastewater
• Power tools and equipment
• Department policies and protocols
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Inspecting, repairing, installing, and modifying electrical equipment
• Providing maintenance and repair for various electric needs
• Reading and interpreting manuals
• Electric codes and regulations
• Troubleshooting gauges, meters, and other communications systems
• Interpreting and applying codes, regulations, and standards
• Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions
• Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines