Electrician-Assistant (Class Code 1760)

City of New Orleans • New Orleans, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Entry and training level electrical systems work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City's electrical infrastructure, wires, cables, and lines. An employee in this class assists in performing preventative maintenance of the systems, and repairs system components and equipment. Employees in this class gain experience and learn progressively more difficult and complicated maintenance and repair work necessary for advancement to a licensed electrician class. Work includes inspecting, testing, diagnosing, and installing system components and equipment; and related work as required.

Requirements

• Class "E" Electrical Helper's (Trainee) License issued by the City of New Orleans.
• Must be 18 years of age for any class of work requiring hard physical labor, operation of or proximity to hazardous machinery, exposure to hazardous chemicals, or participation in any other processes or procedures which are prohibited or limited by the Louisiana State Child Labor Law.
• Must provide original documents of qualifying credentials prior to start date.
• Must be domiciled in Orleans Parish within 180 days of hire (for new full-time employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, with exceptions for public safety employees and airport employees).
• Good moral character.

Nice To Haves

• Current driver's license (for identification purposes during examination phases).

Responsibilities

• Assists in performing preventative maintenance of electrical systems.
• Repairs system components and equipment.
• Inspects, tests, diagnoses, and installs system components and equipment.

Benefits

• The City of New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer.
• Requests for alternate format or accommodations can be directed to Shana Parker at [phone] or TTY/Voice at [phone] or [phone].
• Domicile requirements are currently waived for the purpose of application.
• Veterans preference may be received on original entrance examinations if claimed and proof is submitted before the final filing date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED