Utilities Electrical Specialist

City of Winston-Salem•Winston-Salem, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, performs highly skilled electrical work in the installation, modification, repair and maintenance of all electrical equipment and controls of the Utilities Division.

Requirements

Knowledge of installation, maintenance and repair of sophisticated electrical systems and equipment
Ability to use test equipment such as recording ammeters, voltage testers, induction relay checkers, etc.
Ability to perform complex operations such as wiring, testing, analyzing and troubleshooting from schematic diagrams, functional descriptions and instruction manuals
Ability to diagnose electro-mechanical trouble in generators, motors, etc.
Ability to select and specify electrical items to be ordered from manufacturers' manuals
Ability to communicate with peers and management to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
High school diploma/GED
Two years of experience as a commercial/industrial electrician.
Valid driver's license
Ability to work a rotating on-call schedule
OSHA safety training

Nice To Haves

North Carolina Electrical Contractor License preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot mechanical issues causing electrical problems; make recommendations for repairs or improvements; work with mechanics to rectify electrical problems; assist plant operations and instrumentation in troubleshooting and repairing plant automation issues.
Troubleshoot and maintain medium voltage systems.
Maintain and service variable speed pump control systems (solid state).
Troubleshoot, install and program power quality devices.
Troubleshoot and maintain medium voltage power co-generation synchronization systems and generators.
Perform difficult and skilled electrical work at all plants, lift stations, and pump stations.
Obtain quotes and procure necessary materials; maintain needed inventory to keep facilities operational; purchase materials; report credit card reconciliations.
Diagnose and repair motor control systems; change control logic circuitry; design level control systems including schematics.
Repair internal/external plant lighting; repair and maintain emergency life safety lighting systems.
Works with outside contractors on thermal imaging, battery inspections, and contract work.
Perform routine electrical maintenance.
Exercise responsibility for emergency calls during nights, weekends and holidays.