ELECTRICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

The incumbent, under the supervision of the SCADA and Water Pump Station Maintenance Supervisor and direction of the Chief Electrician, is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems used in the control and operation of water and wastewater equipment. The position ensures the Utility Department’s water and wastewater treatment and conveyance systems remain operational in compliance with requirements of regulatory agencies, compliance with requirements of the Consent Decree, and in coordination with the Utility Department comprehensive strategic management plan.

Other duties may be assigned.

Note:

All City of Fort Smith positions require the employee to provide good customer service to both internal and external customers, maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees, and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive. Must show cooperation and respect to fellow employees and supervisors at all times.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School diploma of GED required.
• Journeymen Electrician License required for all positions.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Supplemented reading and writing skills as might be acquired through an Associate’s Degree or college level course work preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to perform basic duties as described in Essential Duties & Responsibilities.
• Obtain Arkansas Department of Health Grade III Water Distribution License within two (2) years from the date of employment.
• Obtain an Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Class I Wastewater License within two (2) years from the date of employment.

Preferred Certifications/Experience include but are not limited to: three (3) years’ experience as Industrial Electrician; an Aerial Lift/Man Lift License; an Arkansas Department of Health Grade IV Water Distribution License; an Arkansas Department of Health Grade I to Grade IV Water Treatment License; an Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Class II to Class IV Wastewater License; ability to perform root cause analysis on repetitive and catastrophic system failures;

and demonstrate ability to install and program variable frequency drives.