Electrician - Parks & Recreation

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

2d•$29 - $40

About The Position

The Electrician works in Pima County’s Parks & Recreation Department, performing journey-level maintenance, repair, diagnosis, troubleshooting, construction, fabrication, and preventive maintenance for commercial- and industrial-level electrical infrastructure and systems. The work includes electrical equipment and systems operating from 120 volts to 13 kilovolts. Assignments may vary according to departmental needs and are communicated by a supervisor. The position may involve leading others in skilled fabrication or equipment and facility modifications; testing and documenting emergency backup power systems; inspecting and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles; preparing estimates and work sketches; coordinating with other work units, agencies, and contractors; monitoring contractor performance; and maintaining records and accountability for tools, equipment, and materials. Work may take place in correctional facilities, detention centers, and high-security areas. Physical and sensory requirements vary by position and may include frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

Complete an industry-recognized electrician apprenticeship program and have one year of journey-level electrical work experience; relevant education may substitute for up to six months of that experience; OR have two years of Pima County experience as a Trades Maintenance Technician or Facilities Management Specialty Trade Technician working as an electrician maintaining commercial electrical systems and distribution lines from 120V to 13KV.
Clearly document qualifying education and experience in the application’s Education and Work Experience sections.
Have a valid driver license at the time of application and a valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.
Meet any applicable position-specific license and certification requirements. Some positions require a valid Arizona commercial driver license with appropriate endorsements at appointment or before completion of an initial/promotional probation period.
Pass the required pre-employment background screening. This position also requires a post-offer physical and/or drug screen and proof of immunization(s) and/or TB screening.
Meet physical and sensory requirements as determined by the position, which may include bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping, grasping and fine movement; hearing in noisy areas and equipment alarms; speaking in person; operating vehicles, machinery, and forklifts or other powered industrial equipment; distinguishing colors; and depth perception and peripheral vision.
Frequently lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of journey-level electrical experience, including three years of electrical troubleshooting in a commercial setting.
At least five years of hands-on experience with electrical equipment such as motors, motor controls, control panels, generators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), switchgear, transformers, and transfer switches.
At least three years of experience interpreting electrical plans, diagrams, blueprints, and schematics, with working knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
At least three years of experience applying electrical safety practices in accordance with NFPA 70E, OSHA regulations, and established lockout/tagout and arc-flash safety procedures in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled analysis and repair of commercial- and industrial-level electrical equipment and systems operating from 120V to 13KV.
Lead others in skilled fabrication or modification of equipment, facilities, systems, or components using verbal directions, sketches, plans, engineering drawings, or technical references.
Test and document emergency power backup systems.
Inspect, service, and maintain assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Conduct quality-control analysis of equipment and supported systems, and take remedial actions to ensure proper operation.
Maintain activity, operations, service, and usage records for supported equipment and systems.
Prepare estimates for complex operations, maintenance, and special projects, and document the use and expenditure of materials, supplies, and equipment.
Prepare sketches and drawings for proposed or ongoing work to communicate information to supervisors, subordinates, and contractors.
Coordinate activities with other work units, agencies, and contractors to make effective use of resources and minimize service disruptions.
Monitor contractor performance, including contractor-provided goods and services.
Maintain security and accountability for tools, equipment, and materials, particularly in medical, law enforcement, detention, or correctional settings.