Electrical Pump Mechanic-Electrician - BC-10

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, repairs, overhauls, and maintains a variety of electrically driven pumps, electrical wiring systems, electric motors, valves, and appurtenant equipment. Performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Parks and Recreation - Parks Maintenance Division in Hilo. The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Requirements

Completion of the eighth grade.
Four (4) years of experience as an apprentice or helper under a journeyman electrician.
Some experience in the repair and overhaul of electrically-driven pumps and related equipment (examples of related equipment are pool and water chlorinators, backwash systems, and electrical and manual valves).
Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i Journeylevel Electrician's License at time of filing.
Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing.
Knowledge of the theory of electricity.
Knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the electrical and mechanic trades.
Knowledge of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment, apparatus, and instruments.
Knowledge of laws, rules, and standards pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance.
Knowledge of hazard and safety practices and procedures involved in working around electricity and moving machinery.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical plans, and diagrams of electrical circuits.
Ability to maintain and repair electrical systems and electrical pumping equipment.
Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical defects in the operation of electrically-driven pumps and make repairs independently.
Ability to write reports.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to handle weights and loads.
Ability to estimate material requirements.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in the repair and overhaul of electrically-driven pumps and related equipment (examples of related equipment are pool and water chlorinators, backwash systems, and electrical and manual valves).

Responsibilities

Installs conduits, transformers, traffic signals, pull boxes, plugs, convenience outlets, and switches.
Rewires buildings.
Installs, maintains, and repairs pumps, motors, and various other types of electrical equipment and apparatus.
Repairs and replaces broken or defective parts in motors, switches, and fixtures.
Locates, tests, and repairs trouble in electrical circuits and equipment.
Replaces fuses and incandescent and fluorescent lights.
Plans electrical banks power circuits, blowers, generators, and other related electrical equipment wiring systems to facilities repair work.
Installs, overhauls, repairs, and maintains horizontal and vertical electrically-driven water, sump pumps, automatic and manual switches, fittings, bearings, impellers, pump shafts, shaft coverings, chlorinators, and filtration units.
Installs, overhauls, and repairs electric motors.
Changes bearings, commutator parts, brushes, and riggings.
Dismantles, cleans, and lubricates pump and motor parts.
Aligns pumps to motors and tests pumps and motors for proper alignment and operation.
Readjusts alignment and retests pumps and motors as necessary.
Replaces defective parts and fabricates parts using various shop equipment such as grinders, drill presses, and welding equipment.
Locates and determines causes of equipment malfunctions and performs repair or remedial actions as necessary.
Reads plans and specifications for the installation and repair of pump units.
Requisitions parts and unit replacements.
Keeps records of work performed and materials used.
Operates a motor vehicle.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.