Electrician

This position performs skilled work in the electrical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and all related equipment. An employee in this classification may work independently or as a crew leader with other mechanics, laborers, and the pump station operators during repair assignments and assists in developing and implementing preventive maintenance program and maintaining detailed records. An individual in this position is on 24-hour call, 7 days a week. This position reports to the Maintenance Mechanic Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains, repairs, adjusts, and performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment including motors, switch gears, molded case breakers, over current relays, starter contactors, reduced voltage starters, transformer controls, electronic controls, gauges, flow meters, conveyors, lighting, and other water/wastewater related equipment, instrumentation, etc. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs detailed maintenance and repair work on water/wastewater pumps and/or booster stations and auxiliary equipment. Develops, maintains, and checks for accuracy comprehensive electrical drawings and systems of water/wastewater related equipment, instrumentation, etc. Reviews plans and specifications for plant expansions and/or modifications to existing electrical equipment; assists engineers with development of same. Provides technical support and consults with employees on difficult repairs. Develops and implements maintenance programs, schedules work, and instructs employees. Conducts daily, weekly, or periodic rounds to inspect treatment facilities and/or stations for proper operation and maintenance. Serves as crew leader to assigned personnel. Gathers information on repair/replacement parts and equipment, and supplies pricing and ordering information to supervisor. Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field and three (3) years of experience in motor controls, electronics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver’s license (Class C) and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Possession of a valid State of Georgia Class II (Unrestricted) Electrical License preferred. Possession of Confined Space Entry. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the National Electrical Code. Knowledge of the methods, materials, standard practices, and tools used in the maintenance and repair of a variety of electrical equipment, electrical controls, and wiring used in water/wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. Knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment, including circuitry, telemetry, and engineering principles, motor controls, and machine tolerance. Knowledge of electrical testing equipment. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair. Skill in electrical work, pipe bending, and wire installation. Skill in drafting and drawing. Skill in communication and coordination. Skill in using small power tools, hand tools, and electrical testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and megger(s). Ability to understand written and oral instructions. Ability to work independently and with other employees. Ability to diagnose operational/mechanical difficulties on a wide variety of water/wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. Ability to develop, maintain, read, analyze, and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and blueprints. Ability to make sound, independent decisions and to recognize their impact on the whole WSA. Ability to establish priorities with appropriate attention, details, and the ability to think through and analyze a problem resulting in the best possible solution. Ability to recognize hazardous or emergency conditions and take necessary safety precautions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is very heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: Balancing Climbing Crawling Crouching Feeling Fingering Grasping Handling Hearing Kneeling Lifting Mental Acuity Pulling Pushing Reaching Repetitive Motion Standing Talking Visual Acuity Walking

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee will be exposed to the following conditions in the work environment: work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The work is often performed on rough ground and slippery surfaces in and around water. Protective devices such as masks, self-contained breathing apparatus, goggles, gloves, hearing protectors, helmets, and other protective equipment or clothing is sometimes required. The employee may work in conditions with direct contact with raw sewage/water and sewage/water sludge. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. The Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Douglas County Water Authority