Electrician - Bureaus

Job Appointment

Full-Time

Mon-Fri. 8 am - 5 pm

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Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and answer the supplemental questions.

Applicants from this recruitment will be considered for openings in the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) and the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES).

Work Location:

2929 N. Kerby Ave. Portland, OR 97227

Work Hours:

Mon-Fri. 6 am - 2:30 pm

Electrician position in the Signals & Street Lighting (SSL) section of PBOT s Traffic Systems and Operations team involves maintaining and repairing the city s traffic systems, including over 1,100 traffic signals, 55,000+ streetlights, 100 rectangular rapid flash beacons, 170 school beacons, and various communication components. The role requires working in all weather conditions and is essential, requiring reporting to work regardless of weather or city office closures.

About the division/bureau

PBOT is a community partner shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective transportation system. For more information, visit the PBOT website. PBOT embraces diversity and promotes equity.

What you’ll get to do

• Build, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair traffic signal and street lighting systems
• Install conduit and pull wire
• Perform work from a bucket truck over and alongside moving traffic with safety through traffic control and flagging
• Work individually or with a partner or team
• Communicate and collaborate with engineers and contractors
• Use hand tools and specialized equipment

An Ideal Candidate

• At least 5 years of professional electrical experience as a General Journeyman Electrician with some experience on traffic signal and street lighting systems

Who you are

• Innovative
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  Flexible, agile, and calm in a high-paced environment requiring quick and stable decision-making
• Problem Solver
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  Ability to identify problems early and collaborate; effective communication and facilitation skills
• Authentic
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  Professional, diverse, and respectful; accountable
• Results Driven
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  Able to focus and complete tasks timely and accurately
• Dedicated
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  Passion for public service and pride in completing projects and emergencies
• Organized
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  Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting

Although not required, you may possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or be willing to obtain one in the future.

Work Location:

5001 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203

The BES Electrician will join the Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Program within the Operations and Maintenance Group to support electrical and automation issues at treatment plants and pump stations, including CBWTP, TCWTP, CSO system, and 98 pump stations citywide.

Under the direction of the E&I Manager, this role performs electrical and equipment installations, troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, emergency responses, and PLC-related diagnostics. The position is essential; BES electricians participate in a weeklong on-call rotation for off-hour issues.

The City of Portland BES is a leader in utility management and environmental stewardship. The Operations and Maintenance Group protects public health and water quality by operating and maintaining wastewater and stormwater systems. Our assets include two treatment plants, 98 pump stations, 3000 miles of pipes, and thousands of assets.

Portland, Oregon offers access to coast, mountains, and a vibrant local scene. This opening provides an opportunity to work at the largest wastewater treatment plant in Oregon and a state-of-the-art CSO system.

Questions? Terrol Johnson, Senior Recruiter, terrol.johnson

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of tools, materials, equipment, work processes, and troubleshooting techniques in the electrical field
• Knowledge of and experience interpreting and applying the National Electrical Code, NFPA…