Lead Electrician

Job Overview Under general supervision, the Electrician Field Supervisor leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of Electricians while performing the same and/or more difficult duties as those being led. The role ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures, communicates policies, procedures and job expectations, and provides training to staff. Knowledge Required Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the electrical trade Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation The theory of electricity Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the electrical trade Installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment, apparatus, and instruments Laws, rules and standards pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance The hazards involved in working around energized lines and equipment Standard safety practices as prescribed by the California Occupational Safety and Health Act and Department of Industrial Safety National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E Safety Requirements Ability To Lead and train Electrician trade staff Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff Provide work direction and instruction Research and evaluate work problems, and recommend solutions Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Technical Skills Plan electrical wiring systems Read blueprints and compile material lists Understand and follow verbal and written instructions Read, follow and interpret electrical three line or single line diagrams of electrical circuits and locate equipment or devices including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems Operate a variety of motor vehicles, power tools, test equipment and hand tools Use computer software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook Perform diagnostics to determine faults and logic problems Operate a laptop to troubleshoot and determine machine control Programmable Logic Control (PLC) faults and logic problems Document machine control PLC and control circuit modifications Interpret manuals, factory schematics and reference materials to implement innovative solutions to complex problems Minimum Qualifications Seven years of full‑time paid experience as an electrician, including two years at the journey level and two years in a commercial and/or industrial environment. Successful completion of a five‑year state accredited electrician apprenticeship program may substitute for five years of the non‑journey level experience. A General Building Contractor license will not be accepted as a substitute for the minimum qualifications stated above. License Requirement A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Compliance & Physical Requirements Positions in this class must comply with Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, General Industry Safety Orders, Section 5144, Respiratory Protection (T‑8 CCR, GISO, §5144), and current county policy regarding respiratory protective equipment. Physical requirements include carrying 15 pounds of equipment for over 100 feet, climbing ladders and stairs, working bent or kneeling for extended periods, lifting equipment up to 50 pounds without assistance, and demonstrating color vision sufficient to distinguish the colors of electrical wiring. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Equal Opportunity Employment We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Sacramento