Utility Plant Specialist - Electrical

City of Richmond•Richmond, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified Utility Plant Specialist - Electrical to work in the City's water or wastewater treatment plants and ensures that the plant and equipment are functioning properly. Incumbents utilize knowledge and skills in multiple trades, such as mechanical or electrical work, to perform the assigned duties. This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy industrial electrical equipment associated with a water utility. Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment up to 34.5KV. Duties include but are not limited to Conducting preventative and corrective actions on various types of Water Utility electrical systems in an industrial environment. Performing administrative tasks, such as composing work orders per CMMS, updating files and keeping maintenance logs Coordinating and assisting outside vendors/contractors performing essential tasks. Reading and applying blueprints, electrical schematics and operations / maintenance manuals. Utilizing and understanding usage of various types of electrical test equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
No experience required
Requires a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record or must obtain a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
Some assignments may require a Commercial Driver's License or the ability obtain a Commercial Driver's License within 9 months after hire.
Conduit bending and installation
Electric motor/wiring
Megger testing
National Electrical Code NFP 70E and Arc Flash Hazards
Principals of boiler maintenance and operations
Principles of HVAC
Centrifuges
Electrical and mechanical equipment used at a utility plant (e.g. water purification, pumping, and wastewater equipment)
CMMS automated system
Utility plant operations
Safety practices and principles
Troubleshooting electrical circuits
Updating, repairing, and replacing plant lighting systems
Maintaining and repairing electrical systems up to 34.5KV
Reading and understanding drawings, blueprints, and maps
Using and operating various equipment safety and correctly
Using chemicals properly
Working with vendors
Operate equipment such as bucket trucks and forklifts
Operate power washers
Operate cranes and other equipment for hoisting and pulling equipment
Operate equipment for laser alignment of pumps and motors
Operate and use basic hand and power tools
Operate drill press
Operate electrical and electro-mechanical equipment
Problem solve and troubleshoot
Utilize sophisticated electrical test equipment

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a related field
VA Board Journeyman license
VA Contractor Board Master License.
Forklift certification OR the ability to obtain Forklift certification within 90 days of hire (Zone II)
VA Contractor Board Journeyman license (Zone III)
VA Contractor Board Master License (Zone IV)

Responsibilities

Conducting preventative and corrective actions on various types of Water Utility electrical systems in an industrial environment.
Performing administrative tasks, such as composing work orders per CMMS, updating files and keeping maintenance logs
Coordinating and assisting outside vendors/contractors performing essential tasks.
Reading and applying blueprints, electrical schematics and operations / maintenance manuals.
Utilizing and understanding usage of various types of electrical test equipment.
Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment up to 34.5KV.