Industrial Journeyman Electrician

Job Title

The City of Battle Creek's Wastewater Treatment Plant is looking for a licensed journeyman to perform work handling routine and complex electrical troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and repair; related work as apparent or assigned. Work performed under the limited supervision of the Foreman II. This position doesn't involve traveling to different cities and we care about our team members having a work life balance.

Essential Functions

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of electrical equipment and devices. Install, maintain, and repair motors; controls; electrical wiring; and components up to 5,000 volts, single and three phases. Troubleshoot electrical problems. Perform simple and complex electrical and electronic tests. Select electrical components and design simple electrical circuits.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports and recommendations on electrical equipment and controls. Coordinate and train other employees in electrical systems and component operation, repair, and maintenance work.
• Perform troubleshooting tasks on electronic controls and components. Install and maintain electronic devices. Perform complex troubleshooting tasks on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and combined motor control and alarm systems. Troubleshoot, maintain, install, and repair variable speed motor controllers and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Coordinate and train other employees in electrical systems and component operation, repair, and maintenance work.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Possess State of Michigan Journeyman Electricians License upon hire.
• Valid driver's license in the State of Michigan.

Special Requirements:

• Complete Electrical ARC Flash Safety Training within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license in the State of Michigan.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and/or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone. Work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, frequently requires exposure to vibration and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather) and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Benefits

At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future. Full-time employee benefits – Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io.

Medical: Choose from a PPO plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue or an HMO plan with Blue Care Network and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.

Virtual Care: Included with your BCBSM and BCN health care plan.

Dental: 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue

Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee's base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children.

Sickness and Accident: 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria.

Retirement Savings:

• 457 through Mission Square with employer match
• MERS Pension * note that Police and Fire have a separate pension fund not through MERS

Employer Assistance Plan (EAP): 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO package – Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract.

Paid Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year

Voluntary Benefits:

• Supplemental Term and Whole life
• Critical Illness
• Hospitalization
• Accident
• Vision – NVA
• Lifecare Ambulance Service
• Flexible Spending Account
• Global Emergency Assistance Services

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer In addition to the above, some positions may qualify for:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Schedule/Remote
• Educational Stipends
• Longevity pay
• Tool and safety allowances
• Employer-paid uniforms
• Cell phone allowance
• Military pay differential
• Professional development opportunities
• Ability to earn compensatory time
• Retiree health savings plan

Contact Information

If you have any questions about your application or a job opportunity with The City of Battle Creek, please reach out to our Human Resources staff at View email address on click.appcast.io and we will get back to you as soon as possible.