Electrical Technician

Job Title: Electrical TechnicianCentral San, a progressive public utility, is seeking an Electrical Technician. This position will perform a variety of skilled tasks in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems at the treatment plant and pumping stations.Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Installing and repairing electrical systems for equipment and machinery including high voltage and power distribution systems up to 12kv.Performing preventative and predictive maintenance on plant electrical equipment and controls.Testing and calibrating high voltage system protective relays.Maintaining and troubleshooting of variable frequency drives.Installing panels, miscellaneous electrical apparatus, and conduit and wiring.Participate in a rotating 24/7 on call system.Minimum QualificationsEducation:Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and completion of an electrical apprenticeship program.Experience:Three (3) years of full-time experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing a variety of electrical, electronic, and control systems common to heavy industrial processing plants. Experience working in a wastewater or water facility preferred.License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. A valid out-of-state driver's license will be accepted during the application process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of appointment.Selection ProcedureApplicants interested in applying for this position must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire available on-line at A resume may be attached but is not a substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Human Resources shall determine the examination steps to be used for this recruitment. The steps may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, practical examination, application screening, and/or oral board examination. One or more of these steps may be used an in any order. At the end of the testing process, candidates passing all of the examination steps will have their names placed on an eligibility list. The list is valid for six months and may be extended up to an additional six months at the request of the hiring department. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the examination process. All applicants will be notified of the results of the review process. Successful candidates not currently employed in regular status by the District must pass a pre-employment physical including a drug screen to be considered for appointment.