Electrician

Los Angeles Community College District•Los Angeles, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled journey-level electrical work in the installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of a variety of electrical systems and equipment related to light, heat, communications, and power at a college.

Requirements

Basic solid state circuitry related to electrical fixtures and apparatus
The electrical operations of: motor controls, machine shop equipment, traffic control equipment, and electric vehicles
Current practices, materials, hand and power tools, and equipment used in the electrical trade
Design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment, including fire alarms
Troubleshooting techniques used in detecting malfunctions of electrical systems and equipment
Federal, state, and local electrical codes, regulations, administrative orders, and ordinances
Pertinent safety orders issued by the Division of Industrial Safety and safety practices pertaining to work on up to 600 volts electrical systems
Modern commercial and industrial building construction
Harmful effects of hazardous or toxic materials, and the protection and safeguards required when working with or controlling such materials
Basic recordkeeping procedures
Capabilities of computer applications, systems, and hardware used in the electrical trade
Using tools and equipment of the trade
Lay out, assemble, install, test, analyze malfunctions of, and repair electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment, wire communications, and light and power systems for buildings
Read, interpret, and work from wiring diagrams, schematics sketches, drawings, and blueprints
Safely operate tools and machines of the electrical trade
Safely lift heavy tools and materials
Safely work at heights on ladders, scaffolds, or field poles
Safely work under buildings or in restricted spaces
Keep accurate records
Work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse pool of District staff, students, and outside contractors
Follow oral and written instructions
Effectively utilize computer systems and software applicable to the electrical trade
Learn the characteristics of new systems and equipment of the electrical trade and update skills to adapt to changing technology
Learn general and specialized software applications
A valid Class "C" California driver's license may be required for some positions.
Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions.
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Prior to employment, all successful candidates will be required to pass an asbestos medical examination in compliance with the General Industry Safety Orders, Section 5208, Title 8 of the California Administrative Codes.

Nice To Haves

May assist in planning and developing modifications to existing electrical systems.
May inspect facilities for maintenance and safety problems related to electrical systems and equipment.
May assist in the inspection of electrical work performed by outside contractors.
May assist in developing specifications, diagrams, and blueprints related to electrical work.
May assist in estimating job costs, preparing material lists and job records, and maintaining an inventory of supplies and tools for assigned area/projects.
May provide work direction to staff assigned to the electrical unit.

Responsibilities

Lays out, assembles, installs, tests, maintains, and repairs electrical fixtures and apparatus such as conduits, meters, panels, control boards, lights, fans, heaters, fire alarms, bell and buzzer systems, field lighting systems, clock systems, telephone systems, switch gear, and wall, floor, and ceiling receptacles.
Installs interior and exterior wiring for equipment and appliances; bends conduits, cuts, drills, and channels concrete floors and walls for conduits and related installations or repairs.
Installs wires and cables in conduits.
Installs data cable and security systems.
Installs, tests, maintains and replaces electronic controls for electrical and power apparatus.
Performs electrical work such as rewiring or replacement of lamps on lighting poles at athletic fields, parking lots, and other District facilities.
Performs maintenance on high voltage systems, rated up to 600 volts, when the systems are de-energized.
Reviews plans, blueprints, and specifications for electrical projects to understand scope of project, complete assigned work orders, and to recommend potential changes to supervisor.
Attends to trouble calls for emergency repairs to electrical systems and equipment.
Safely operates hand and power tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
Maintains electrical hand and power tools and equipment to ensure their safe and efficient operation.
Maintains shop area and supplies in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
May assist in planning and developing modifications to existing electrical systems.
May inspect facilities for maintenance and safety problems related to electrical systems and equipment.
May assist in the inspection of electrical work performed by outside contractors.
May assist in developing specifications, diagrams, and blueprints related to electrical work.
May assist in estimating job costs, preparing material lists and job records, and maintaining an inventory of supplies and tools for assigned area/projects.
May provide work direction to staff assigned to the electrical unit.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance and vision care plans are provided for employees and their dependents.
A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.
New employees receive 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.
19 paid holidays per year.
Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District.
Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.
Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.
Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System.
Employees are also covered by Social Security.
Employee Assistance Program