Utility Systems Electrician

Kent County•Chestertown, MD

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled electrical, controls, instrumentation and related mechanical work supporting the County’s water and wastewater systems. Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical and control equipment at treatment facilities, pump stations and other utility infrastructure. Provides technical assistance to utility staff and contractors, participates in the on-call rotation, and may perform electrical work for other County departments as workload permits. Reports to the Water and Wastewater Superintendent. Essential Functions Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Installs, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and equipment at water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, grinder pumps, and other County facilities as assigned. Troubleshoots single- and three-phase power, motors, motor-control centers, starters, control circuits, variable-frequency drives, generators, automatic transfer switches, instrumentation, telemetry, PLC, and SCADA-related equipment. Reads and interprets electrical drawings, control diagrams, schematics, equipment manuals, engineering plans, and specifications. Performs preventive maintenance and testing; identifies recurring failures and recommends repair, replacement, or system improvements. Pulls permits and coordinates required electrical inspections when authorized by applicable licensure and County procedures. Coordinates licensed electrical contractors, controls integrators, equipment suppliers, and other specialists when work requires additional expertise, licensing, or resources. Documents labor, materials, findings, and completed work directly in Fiix; maintains accurate equipment and maintenance records. Maintains an appropriate inventory of electrical parts, controls, test equipment, and critical spares and assists with obtaining quotes and purchasing materials. Provides technical assistance and hands-on training to Utility Technicians, plant operators, and other County staff without routinely supervising their personnel activities. Participates in the Division’s rotating on-call schedule and responds to electrical, controls, and other utility emergencies outside normal working hours as assigned. Assists with water distribution, wastewater collection, mechanical, plumbing, and equipment work when operational needs require. Operates County vehicles and light or heavy equipment for which the employee is trained and authorized. Performs electrical work for other County departments as Water and Wastewater priorities and workload permit. Ensures work complies with the National Electrical Code, applicable MDE and EPA requirements, occupational-safety standards, County procedures, and other applicable laws and regulations. Performs other duties as required. Supervision: The position reports to the Water and Wastewater Superintendent. The position does not routinely supervise staff but may provide technical direction to employees assigned to specific work.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
At least four years of progressively responsible electrical experience, preferably involving industrial facilities, motor controls, pumps, generators, controls, or water and wastewater systems; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Current Journeyperson or Master Electrician license issued by Maryland or a jurisdiction eligible for Maryland reciprocity, with the ability to obtain the required Maryland license within six months of appointment.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor-vehicle record.
Ability to obtain required First Aid, CPR, traffic-control, confined-space, and other safety certifications.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, scheduled on-call duty, and emergency assignments.

Nice To Haves

Relevant electrical coursework, apprenticeship, or technical training preferred.
Maryland statewide Master Electrician license, or demonstrated eligibility and willingness to obtain it within a period established by the County, preferred.
Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within the period established by the County; Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Installs, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and equipment at water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, grinder pumps, and other County facilities as assigned.
Troubleshoots single- and three-phase power, motors, motor-control centers, starters, control circuits, variable-frequency drives, generators, automatic transfer switches, instrumentation, telemetry, PLC, and SCADA-related equipment.
Reads and interprets electrical drawings, control diagrams, schematics, equipment manuals, engineering plans, and specifications.
Performs preventive maintenance and testing; identifies recurring failures and recommends repair, replacement, or system improvements.
Pulls permits and coordinates required electrical inspections when authorized by applicable licensure and County procedures.
Coordinates licensed electrical contractors, controls integrators, equipment suppliers, and other specialists when work requires additional expertise, licensing, or resources.
Documents labor, materials, findings, and completed work directly in Fiix; maintains accurate equipment and maintenance records.
Maintains an appropriate inventory of electrical parts, controls, test equipment, and critical spares and assists with obtaining quotes and purchasing materials.
Provides technical assistance and hands-on training to Utility Technicians, plant operators, and other County staff without routinely supervising their personnel activities.
Participates in the Division’s rotating on-call schedule and responds to electrical, controls, and other utility emergencies outside normal working hours as assigned.
Assists with water distribution, wastewater collection, mechanical, plumbing, and equipment work when operational needs require.
Operates County vehicles and light or heavy equipment for which the employee is trained and authorized.
Performs electrical work for other County departments as Water and Wastewater priorities and workload permit.
Ensures work complies with the National Electrical Code, applicable MDE and EPA requirements, occupational-safety standards, County procedures, and other applicable laws and regulations.
Performs other duties as required.