Industrial Maintenance Electrician - West Point

Industrial Maintenance ElectricianThis position is open continuously until filled. To ensure your application is given priority, please submit your materials by April 20th, 2026, our first review date. This recruitment will hire for two positions. In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Industrial Maintenance Electrician vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next six months.Looking for a challenging, but rewarding, opportunity as an Industrial Maintenance Electrician. King County's Wastewater Treatment Division has current openings at our West Point Treatment Plant. This position will be part of a combined Instrumentation and Electrical Team. You'll have the opportunity to use and expand your technical skills while continuing to grow in the Electrical field. Work can be sometimes independent, or part of a team setting, as part of the overall Operations and Maintenance Team. As a mission critical employee for King County, our efforts directly support operations as we collaborate with other crafts and work groups to resolve plant issues and achieve common goals. This position comes with competitive pay, and excellent benefits that include generous time off.About the RoleThe role of an Industrial Maintenance Electrician for King County's Wastewater Treatment Division includes performing a variety of highly skilled journey-level work by constructing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and wiring a wide variety of equipment and conducts preventive maintenance programs at a wastewater collection and treatment facility, including pumping and regulating stations. Works as Journey level electrician, independently or cooperatively with other electricians, other skilled trades and industrial plant operations staff. Works safely in an industrial setting using appropriate PPE, using proper Lock-Out Tag Out procedures around electrical, mechanical, and environmental hazards, including working in Permit-Required Confined Spaces.This role will be involved in a variety of large- and small-scale plant reliability improvement projects.About the TeamKing County's Wastewater Treatment Division carries out essential work that protects the environment and all members of the public. We are comprised of a group of professionals that strive to deliver outstanding service through a collaborative effort both at our treatment plants and offsite collection facilities. The instrumentation and electrical group are a critical component within the wastewater treatment division helping to fulfill the county's mission to protect the region's water, air, land and natural habitats.Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Maintenance Electrician, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunity.Job DutiesPerform maintenance and repairs on low (0-1000 volts), medium (1KV-72.5KV) and high (72.5KV-242KV) voltage switchgear, transformer, and distribution systems and power generation systems including standby emergency generators, co-generating systems, and ancillary equipment.Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on motor control centers, including associated control devices such as relays, timers, switches, and interlocks.Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair variable frequency and direct current drives including adjustment of speed profiles, troubleshooting and repairs to component levels and replacement when needed.Install, troubleshoot, reprogram, and modify programmable logic controllers. Design and modify control circuits and related control devices and equipment.Perform preventive maintenance and repair of uninterruptible power supply equipment, including servicing and replacing batteries and other battery power sources.Perform thermal imaging of electrical equipment, interpret results, create reports, and repair problems.Schedule outages and coordinate activities. Perform proper electrical Lockout/Tagout to support maintenance efforts plant wide.Write material requests as needed to replace defective parts and to obtain additions to the spare parts inventory.Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, SkillsCompletion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent training which clearly demonstrates journey level status.Knowledge equivalent to three years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or manufacturing plant.Knowledge of federal electrical codes, electrical theory, and Instrument Society of America standards. Skill in applying industry codes and guidelines in the design, installation, and maintenance of plant electrical equipment.Knowledge of and experience in applying safety practices for electrical (low, medium, and high) voltages, mechanical and environmental hazards such as hazardous chemicals, gases, and confined spaces.Knowledge of principles of electrical distribution and generation and equipment including but not limited to transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, disconnect switches, voltage regulators, automatic transfer switches, synchronizing and power monitoring equipment.Knowledge of different functions of electrical equipment including but not limited to battery, control, automation, lighting, motor, heating, and cooling. Knowledge of and skill in electrical troubleshooting and diagnosis. Knowledge of electrical test equipment used for electrical troubleshooting, diagnosis, and preventative maintenance. Equipment includes but not limited to ammeter (AC/DC), megohm meter, multimeter, oscilloscope, tachometer, power quality analyzers, thermal imaging cameras and meters.Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite.Physical Requirement:Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to work outdoors at times, in varying weather conditions.Ability to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.Workplace Exposures:Outdoors environment during wet weather, confined spaces.Competencies you bring:Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Required Licenses:A valid, unencumbered Washington State Driver's License.It Would be Great if You Also Bring:Wastewater Experience.Supplemental InformationWorking Conditions:Work Location: 1 400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with 4-10hr or 5-8hr schedule options available. This position is overtime eligible. This position requires the ability to work all shift schedules and to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions and be on a rotating call list upon completion of a 9-month probationary period. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.Union Representation: This position is represented by SEIU Local 925.Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment: (subject to change)