Industrial Utility Electrician II - Austin Water

City of Austin • Austin, TX

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position performs journeyman-level electrical repairs and installations on 1000V to 15KV motors and motor controls, 15KV substation switchgear and electrical distribution systems, and lighting systems within industrial utility facilities and remote locations. The City of Austin is a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to over 1 million people in the Austin metropolitan area for over 100 years.

Requirements

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of the laws, theories, rules, and standards pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance, including maintenance and repair of electrical substation and utility distribution systems.
• Knowledge of principles of electrical theory as applied to transformers, switches, and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of process and procedures for transformer connections and phasing transformers banks.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program while driving personal and City of Austin vehicles on official business.
• Ability to use power line electrician's tools and equipment in performing all phases of line construction, operations, and maintenance work.
• Ability to read, interpret, and modify blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and drawing control circuits.
• Ability to safely perform operations and maintenance tasks in confined areas among high-voltage energized lines.
• Ability to function as confined space entry supervisor.
• Ability to respond quickly and perform strenuous work under emergency and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to train others on the job.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the general public.
• Ability to select and operate proper air ventilation equipment based on readings from atmospheric monitors, in compliance with Utility Confined Space Entry Policy or Procedures.
• Ability to work in environments, which may have hazardous atmospheres.
• Ability to perform maintenance tasks that require climbing to heights of up to 200 feet on ladders that support up to 300 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered by energized equipment and electrical voltage
• Ability to perform maintenance tasks in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep and requiring the use of SRL Body Harness that supports 300 pounds.
• Ability to perform maintenance tasks that require lifting or carrying equipment or supplies weighing up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in all phases of work as a journeyman-level electrician installing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing medium-voltage electrical systems such as 5KV to 15KV distribution equipment, motor controls, facility building equipment, and lighting systems in permanent building structures or industrial facilities.
• OR Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of directly related utility experience in all phases of work as a journeyman-level electrician, working at voltages of 1000V to 15KV installing, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of electrical machinery and equipment in permanent building systems, power generation plants, utility facilities, treatment plants, or industrial facilities.
• Experience must include commercial or industrial wiring, installing and repairing electrical conduit systems, and troubleshooting industrial motor control systems, mechanical motor starters, soft starters, and variable frequency drives.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Electrical Journeyman License.
• A valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, training, and experience performing installations, maintenance, and diagnostics on 600v-5kv class motors and motor controls, switchgear and 15kv class electrical distribution systems.
• Experience working with solid state devices used in the operations of substation distribution equipment and process/motor control systems.
• Experience working in a water utility or similar industrial environment.
• Experience working on energized electrical power systems.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex electrical diagnostics, calibrations, maintenance, and repairs on 2.5KV to 15KV substation switchgears, distribution equipment, protective relays, breakers, battery banks and capacity trip systems.
• Performs complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on 1000V to 15KV motors and motor control systems, using schematics, vibration analysis, multimeter, amp probe, megohmmeter, surge tester, and hand tools.
• Performs complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on various types of process control systems related to treatment plant or other utility facilities.
• Repairs and installs electrical distribution equipment, including but not limited to conduit, conductors, breakers, panel boards, disconnects, transformers, switches, and receptacles.
• Repairs and retrofits various lighting systems including building lighting, area lighting, streetlights, ballasts, bulbs, capacitors, igniters, contactors, and photocells using bucket truck as needed.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all electrical equipment for treatment plant, utility, or remote location facilities while adhering to the utility’s standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Coordinates 15KV switching for maintenance repairs and power outages with electrical utility providers and utility facilities during electrical outages or planned switching.
• Participates in on-call program and scheduled or unscheduled overtime.
• Maintains records of electrical maintenance activities using various software applications such as CMMS.
• May be responsible for leading utility crews and training other Utility Electricians.

Benefits

• Medical
• Paid leave time
• Great retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Retention Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000 ($500 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days, $1,000 after 1 year, $1,000 after 2 years)

What This Job Offers

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