ELECTRICIAN

Wayne County Government•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Electricians perform journeyman electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment. They receive oral or written assignments, which may include sketches or blueprints, from a supervisor who checks the work. Electricians typically work independently following accepted trade practices. Those assigned to the Bridges/Structures section often collaborate with Bridge Mechanics and may indirectly supervise other employees. Key tasks include troubleshooting and testing electrical systems, writing reports, addressing complaints, maintaining pump houses and moveable bridges, operating various tools, and assessing and resolving electrical issues. The role also involves operating CDL equipment and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an Electrician's Apprenticeship program or its equivalent.
License as a Journeyman electrician or as a Master Electrician from the City of Detroit or a reciprocating municipality.
Possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License or Chauffeur License.
Must obtain a CDL "A" and "N" endorsement within the six-month probationary period.

Responsibilities

Perform journeyman electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
Troubleshoot and test electrical systems and apparatuses.
Write field and time reports.
Follow up on complaints as directed by supervision.
Provide electrical maintenance of state and county pump houses and moveable bridges.
Operate hand and power tools.
Fill out reports and logs.
Assess and resolve electrical problems.
Operate CDL equipment.
Install and repair electrical wiring systems, electrical motors, generators, armatures and other electrical equipment.
Install, maintain and repair traffic signals, running and taxing lighting systems.
Install telephone and computer systems, fire and security alarms, electric cell door locks, television and coaxial cables.
Troubleshoot and test electrical systems and related apparatus to locate source of malfunction.
Make alterations to electrical systems and equipment to meet the needs of their division.
Perform other related duties as assigned.