Vacancy expired!
The City of Boise is currently accepting applications for a Facilities Services and Operations Electrician. The City of Boise offers an amazing benefits package and the opportunity for growth. Whether you are just starting out or looking to hone those advanced skills, we want to hear from you!
This position:
- Provides journey-level electrical expertise for repair, maintenance, and installation of components and systems
throughout city facilities and fire stations
- Assists others with maintenance-related work where electrical expertise is required
- Is performed under direction and general supervision
Essential Functions
Performs maintenance, installation, and repairs to electrical systems, audio visual equipment, sound reinforcement systems, access control systems, electrical motors and devices, gate operators and light fixtures throughout city facilities. Troubleshoots and fixes electrical circuits. Utilizes and programs Programmable Logic Computers (PLC) to ensure various systems are performing correctly. Utilizes maintenance management system to receive work orders, track time and record work activities. (50%)
Assists with the design and upgrades of electrical systems and related components at city facilities and fire stations including alarm systems. Monitors exhaust systems and emergency generators and ensures all are in working order. (25%)
Assists other city workers with maintenance-related duties and provides electrical expertise upon request. Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams and electrical equipment operation manuals. Coordinates and oversees outside electrical contractors and inspects completed work. (15%)
Performs administrative duties, processes work orders, researches bids, plans electrical maintenance duties and other related tasks. Provides reports on complex work performed on fire alarm system inspections and new design suggestions. Researches and recommends energy conservation measures and/or projects. (10%)
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%
Requirements:
- Journeyman-level electrician license
- Experience performing general electrical installations, maintenance and repairs in a commercial or public facility
- High school diploma or GED
- To provide a safe and healthy workplace for all City of Boise employees, residents, and community members, new
employment offers are contingent upon the applicant providing proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination process
according to current CDC guidance to the City, on a confidential basis, or receiving an exemption from the vaccination
requirement as a legally required medical or religious accommodation two weeks prior to the applicant’s scheduled start
date.
Knowledge:
- Working knowledge of electrical systems and design; general electrical components such as wires and electrical outlets;
electrical circuits
- PLC programming and maintenance
- General customer service techniques
Ability:
- Ability to utilize and safely operate basic trade tools and equipment; understand and apply safety rules and regulations
- Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of a variety of electrical components and systems
- Write basic logic programs for PLC utilization; troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues
- Read blueprints and electrical wiring diagrams
- Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public and
other organizations
- Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
- Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; maintain
prompt and regular attendance; and perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee,
supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
- Master-level electrician license
Licensing And Other Requirements
- State of Idaho Journeyman Electrical license
- Valid driver's license
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
- City of Boise background check processes including a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
- Driving Record Check
- Criminal Justice Information System background check (CJIS)
- Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug-Free Workplace Regulation, this position is
designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random
Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post-Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug
use prior to hiring. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
This position is required to handle hazardous materials that if mishandled, place the general public at risk of serious injury.
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds. The noise level is always very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to chemicals.
This position works: evenings, weekends, and a rotating on-call schedule.
To apply please visit the city websitehttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boiseid/jobs/3352176/electrician?keywords=electrician&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Agency
City of Boise
Address
625 W Idaho St
Boise, Idaho, 83702
