Electrician III

Electrician III

Department of Public Services/Electric Bureau

Class Title: Electrician III

Department of Public Services/Electric Bureau

Class Definition: The performance of skilled work in the operation, maintenance and repairof overhead and underground electrical distribution systems; operates a variety of specialized related equipment and vehicles.

Distinguishing Features of Work: Working under the direction of the Bureau Supervisor and the Director of Public Works, the person in this position assists in the maintenance of electrical systems throughout City facilities to ensure that the Uniform Electrical and other related codes and standards are met. Maintenance work performed on operating and control systems is corrective and preventive in nature.

The incumbent performs tasks based upon oral and written instructions including specifications, codes, and wiring diagrams. A person in this class may work as part of a team or independently.

Examples of Work: (

Note:

The following examples of work are only illustrative of the kind ofwork to be performed by persons of this class and are not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Diagnoses electrical equipment malfunctions or breakdowns, specifies parts required, and repairs and adjusts equipment for efficient operation. Performs assigned projects and submits orders for parts, supplies, and equipment as required to complete work tasks. Implements corrective and preventive maintenance procedures. Performs electrical work as assigned. Calibrates meters and electronic equipment. Performs electrical hook up for pumps, motors, etc. Works in accordance with National Electrical/Electronics Code safety practices and other applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.

Supervises others assigned to him/her as helpers. Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of the Electric Bureau. Avails self of call-out duty and responds to emergency situations. Performs skilled work in the reconstructing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment including traffic signals, substations, distribution systems, transformers, and power lines. Performs skilled work in placing and removing cross arms, stringing wires, tapping wires, repairing cross arms and wires, placing and replacing insulators and setting transformers.

Digs trenches and lays conduit and vaults. Splices wire and cable. Inspects, tests, calibrates and adjusts various controls or meters used in the electrical system. Operates a variety of equipment and trucks, and the use of attached equipment such as power diggers, winches or cranes. Installs and maintains underground or overhead wiring systems as required. Provides temporary power connection for contractors.

Maintains safety practices and procedures. Keeps inventory and maintains an adequate supply of spare parts; maintains time, maintenance, and material records, as assigned; stocks service vehicles as required. Ensures equipment is in proper working order. Responds to customer complaints.

Tools and Equipment Used: Motorized vehicles and equipment including pickup truck, aerial truck, dump truck, man lift, digger derrick, backhoe, chipper, pole climbing equipment, hydraulic press, wire cutters, heat sensors, electrical testing equipment, hot sticks, clamp sticks, generator, chain saw, line tracer, various hand tools, phone, and portable radio.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. Employee is occasionally required to taste or smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative ofthose an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee…