Airport Journeyman Plant Electrician

Redmond, City of•Redmond, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily performs a variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance, installation and repair of electrical components and systems associated with all Airport buildings, facilities, pump distribution systems, high voltage airfield lighting systems, parking revenue, baggage systems, and backup electrical generators provided by the City of Redmond. This position may provide training and direction to other employees in electrical maintenance, repair, and safety. This position will perform a full range of other facilities maintenance activities, (carpentry, painting, equipment operation) for the Airport.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent, plus six (6) years of verifiable work experience as a licensed Journeymen with training which has provided specific knowledge to perform in the position assigned or any equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above-described duties.
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical repair, maintenance, installation, and design; a basic understanding of computer systems and programmable logic control systems and the ability to analyze and make sound decisions on repair of these systems.
Must be able to work independently and cooperatively.
Must be able to follow detailed written and oral instructions.
Must be able to pass a Transportation Security Administration criminal history background check.
Possession of, or must obtain, a valid Oregon driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.
Must have a safe driving record.
Possession of a valid State of Oregon General Journeyman Plant Electrician License
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of hire, basic First Aid and CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Class 3 Building Service Mechanic License
Four (4) years verifiable work experience with centrifugal/screw type chillers
Four (4) years verifiable work experience with Building Automation Systems (Metasys, Niagara, Siemens, Tallon, Reliable)
EPA Refrigerant license
Twelve (12) months verifiable work experience with a municipality or airport.

Responsibilities

Maintain and service systems, equipment and devices on all City of Redmond Airport buildings, facilities, and programmable distribution systems.
Install and maintain, as needed, all electrical systems in the City Airport buildings, structures, and street, including power, lighting control, HVAC control, signaling, communication baggage system, and life safety.
Service and repair motor control equipment, PLC systems, SCADA systems and other control equipment for City utilities and the Redmond Municipal Airport.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems associated with a variety of control, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Use appropriate meters and testing equipment in the troubleshooting process.
Maintain consistency with specifications and the National Electrical Code.
Follow Oregon Revised Statutes and Administrative Rules in establishing and implementing a Master Permit System for work assignments, maintain accurate records and reports on completed work assignments.
Coordinate to create and follow a preventative maintenance schedule for all Airport electrical systems, programmable logic control systems and components, including facility/street lighting, HVAC, soft starts, Variable Frequency Drives and onsite emergency standby generation equipment, pump controls for water/wastewater systems, parking revenue, baggage system, irrigation control systems and airfield lighting.
Order and maintain adequate inventory of materials and equipment required to perform the duties of the position.
Keep equipment in proper working condition.
Read blueprints, schematics, and maps, read, and understand plans, order other documents as required.
Assist in the development of new plans and specifications and interpret plans and specifications already determined.
Assist Division Managers with establishing and carrying out training and safety programs related to electrical control systems and electricity in general.
Perform mechanical work and repairs on equipment.
Operate in a competent, safe manner a wide variety of vehicles and equipment required to perform duties in assigned area.
Perform general maintenance on Airport buildings, facilities, and vehicles, including safety, and operational checks.
Clean interior and exterior of vehicles on a regular basis.
Operate a motor vehicle regularly to attend meetings, trainings, inspections, and other situations when necessary.
Assist other Airport Divisions with tasks such as, lawn care, water meter reading, flag replacement, park irrigation, and snow removal.
Assist Airport Facilities Division with construction, carpentry, remodeling, roofing, and woodworking tasks such as the construction of buildings, facilities, fences, furniture, signs, and cabinets.
Perform other duties as assigned.