Industrial Electrician - City

Industrial Electrician

This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Southeast Water Supply Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is under the direction of an immediate supervisor. Journeyman level skills and knowledge acquired in an industrial setting are necessary prior to assuming the duties of the position. Primary duties include maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and/or repairing electrical equipment, instruments, parts, components and controls in standard and high voltage system environments or facilities. Industrial Electrician is a safety sensitive classification. Due to direct occupational health, safety and environmental concerns associated with performing both routine and non-routine operations, maintenance, and production tasks, current and prospective employees may be required to meet and maintain specific physical standards and guidelines.

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.

Full-time City employees will receive preference in the following order: major division first, then department, then all other full-time City employees. Part-time/year-round City employees will receive preference next. If there are no qualified full-time City employees or part-time/year-round City employees, external applicants will then be considered (when the vacancy is open to external applicants).

When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided. Each application submission is reviewed independently.

At the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer competitive pay, an average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement, and a comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development.

Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Possession of a valid Oklahoma State and Oklahoma City Journeyman Wireman's License or higher license. The higher license can be Unlimited Electrical Journeyman License and/or Contractor Electrical Journeyman License (Limited or Unlimited). Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator or higher).

Knowledge of and skill in applying National Electrical Codes and City Ordinances. Skill determining the most feasible installation, techniques, and procedures. Skill performing precision work without damaging structural soundness. Skill installing heavy wall rigid conduit. Skill and ability to identify and anticipate problems. Skill using and interpreting standard testing devices. Skill using specialized software to program or alter electronic devices, controllers and meters. Skill troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting, and/or installing up to 3000hp electric motors. Skill troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting, and/or installing power and high voltage electrical systems (480V up to 12,500V), switch gear, transformers, motor starters, motor controls, etc., per industry standards. Skill troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting, modifying and/or installing controls and instruments per industry standards. Skill drawing and interpreting electrical and control schematics. Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy. Ability to utilize an electronic work order system (Utilities Department only). Ability to supervise. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to think logically and analytically in anticipating and resolving problems. Ability to recall information. Ability and willingness to meet and maintain physical health standards and guidelines for the work performed. Ability and willingness to exercise established safety and environmental health precautions for the work performed. Ability and willingness to assume responsibility for work performed.

Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; actively listens, clarifies information as needed; shares information, resources and solutions across departments; asks for help early and offers it often; collaborates across teams before decisions are made. Demonstrates commitment to public service; serves and satisfies internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner; establishes, commits to, and maintains high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers; supports the Department/City's mission; develops and executes strategies with the customer in mind; acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; makes decisions with the people we serve in mind. Conducts oneself with the utmost integrity and professionalism; demonstrates humility; encourages people to share their perspectives, ideas, and opinions; makes decisions based on a sense of shared purpose; takes responsibility for actions and decisions; resilient; leans in to challenges and problems with creative solutions; speaks up and challenges the status quo; relies on the character, ability, strength, truth, and transparency of others and the organization; listens with curiosity and speaks with care; embraces different perspectives and lived experiences; gives feedback constructively and receives it openly. Sets well-defined and realistic goals and high standards of performance for self or self and others; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward performing work; completes assignments in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner, and delivers results; works with minimal supervision, is motivated to achieve, and demonstrates responsible behavior; demonstrates understanding of all aspects of the job (as specified on the approved job description) and application of accrued knowledge in carrying out duties and responsibilities; technical knowledge; skill in the techniques, equipment, procedures, and work required; takes initiative to fix it or escalates issues; follows through on commitments; speaks up when accountability is missing. Takes meal periods and breaks according to policy; ensures sick leave usage does not negatively impact productivity of work unit; notifies supervisor of unscheduled absences; accepts suggestions and supervision with a positive approach; completes work timely and correctly; takes time to reflect and act on what is working and what is not; learns from mistakes without blaming; supports self and other's development and growth. Complies with all safety policies and practices; promotes a safe work environment; participates in safety meetings; current on completion of safety trainings.

Inside and outside; exposed to heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc. Subject to working on or around slippery surfaces. Subject to working near moving machinery and equipment, such as, power tools, vehicles in motion, construction equipment, aircraft, etc. Subject to working in confined space and cramped positions with limited means of entry or exit. Exposed to steady and loud noises from machinery and equipment. Exposed to large amounts of dust when performing work at construction sites. Possibility of injury from electrical shock, fire or burn when working on, around, and with electricity and electrical connections and equipment. Possibility of burns when working near or around heated metals and equipment. Subject to climbing portable ladders to heights up to 45 ft. with no surrounding walls or rails and climbing fixed ladders up to 265 ft. above ground level. Subject to climbing down portable ladders to depths of 45 ft. and climbing down fixed ladders to depths of 72 feet. Frequently exposed to chemical vapors or fumes, dust and natural respiratory hazards. Occasionally exposed to insects, plants and other natural agents that cause allergic reactions. Occasionally exposed to potentially hazardous wildlife, such as, muskrats, beavers, boars, raccoons, birds, snakes, etc. Occasionally exposed to toxins and irritants, such as, corrosive chemicals, acids and cleaners, fuel and other otherwise harmful substances. Subject to working irregular work hours, overtime, and on weekends and holidays. Possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens, raw sewage and other infectious agents. Subject to frequent travel on a daily basis to and from job sites. May work irregular hours, including weekends, holidays and be on 24-hour call.

Flexibility, mobility, and balance enough to bend, twist, and reach out when performing activities such as climbing or working from a ladder to test, replace, or repair electrical connections. Arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, and finger dexterity enough to safely use manual and power tools to perform tasks such as removing panels, covers, etc. to make equipment repairs. Near vision enough to read information media such as blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, code books, equipment labels, etc. Visual color discrimination enough to perform duties such as checking the installation of color-coded wires. Speech and hearing enough to communicate clearly