Electrical Worker - Water

City of Elgin•Elgin, IL

About The Position

Performs inspection, testing, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment within the Water Department. Work includes motor control centers, plant process equipment, lighting systems, control panels, and other electrical and mechanical equipment. The position works under general supervision and is subject to review by the Water Superintendent. Regular attendance is an essential function. Candidates must pass an exam to be considered for an interview. This is medium work requiring exertion of up to 80 pounds occasionally, 40 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects. The work involves climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping. It requires spoken communication, hearing at normal spoken-word levels, and visual acuity for reading and preparing reports, inspecting small defects or parts, using measuring devices, and operating machines, motor vehicles, or equipment. The worker is subject to indoor and outdoor conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. The position requires the ability to respond to emergency calls, work outdoors in all kinds of weather, and remain on call while maintaining an active telephone number. A valid Illinois driver’s license and the physical ability to comply with the OSHA/IDL Respiratory Protection Standard are required. The job classification description outlines the general scope of duties and requirements and is not fully restrictive or all-inclusive.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in the electrical field.
Valid Illinois driver’s license.
Physical ability to comply with the OSHA/IDL Respiratory Protection Standard.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in electrical trades, including safety requirements for medium-voltage electrical work.
Working knowledge of electrical codes, and of electrical trade tools, materials, methods, and practices.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings, sketches, and plans.
Ability to diagnose operational problems in control systems.
Good physical condition, manual dexterity, agility, freedom from color blindness, and ability to perform strenuous tasks, including climbing and working at heights.
Ability to respond to emergency calls and willingness to work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fellow workers, other City employees, and the general public.
Trustworthiness, conscientiousness, and proper regard for the use and cost of time, materials, tools, and equipment.
Legible handwriting and ability to write job reports and perform computations and drawings encountered in shop practices.
Computer skills, including internet searches for equipment and supplies, and knowledge of electronic mail systems.
Must pass an exam to be considered for an interview.
Willingness to be on call and maintain an active telephone number.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Electrician licensure.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair medium-voltage switchgear, pump starters, and associated control circuits.
Establish and perform preventive maintenance for medium-voltage transformers, switchgear, and associated equipment.
Maintain and repair 480-volt pump starters and their control circuits.
Perform scheduled electrical preventive maintenance on equipment.
Locate and mark underground electrical facilities for contractors and utilities.
Maintain and repair chemical feed systems, feeders, motors, and related machinery.
Install or replace electrical switches, conduits, wiring, receptacles, lighting fixtures, and lights.
Coordinate work with private contractors and utility companies, including generator maintenance, transformer inspection and testing, and UPS maintenance and testing.
Prepare written reports on electrical failures and repairs performed.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.