Journeyman Electrician

Job Title

Electrician

The purpose of this classification is to perform journeyman-level installation, maintenance, and repair of City-owned electrical assets, such as traffic signals, electrical services and distribution systems, branch circuit wiring, emergency backup systems, fire alarm systems, access control systems, tornado sirens, garage doors and motorized gates, pool equipment, HVAC systems, lighting, electrical conduit, and information technology and telecommunication systems.

Essential Functions:

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit, the Perrysburg Municipal Employees Association(PMEA). The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities;

organizes tasks to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex/problem situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment. Receives regular and emergency requests and work orders related to installation, maintenance, and repair of building utility power, electrical systems, and related equipment: expedites emergency repairs in cases of damage and loss of utility power;

and installs, repairs, and replaces electrical conductors, protective overcurrent devices, motors, switches, disconnect switches, lighting systems, traffic signals, electrical services and distribution systems, branch circuit wiring, emergency backup systems, fire alarm systems, access control systems, tornado sirens, garage doors and motorized gates, pool equipment, HVAC systems, information technology and telecommunication systems, cameras, receptacles, transformers, electric vehicle charging stations, traffic signals, point of sale equipment, and other electrical equipment.

Locates electrical malfunctions: utilizes standard methods as required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) and associated safety rules and regulations; troubleshoots problems with incoming utility power, interior and exterior electrical service panels, and electrical transformers; performs appropriate testing utilizing multi-meters, circuit tracers, and related testing equipment; identifies and schedules needed repairs; repairs and replaces wiring, electrical devices, equipment, and components;

disassembles and assembles equipment; and determines need for contracted repair work. Coordinates preventative maintenance for electrical systems and equipment: identifies and recommends preventative maintenance opportunities; determines appropriate scheduling; performs inspections of equipment at specified intervals; confirms proper operating voltages and proper operation of emergency backup transfer devices; updates software and firmware; tests and replaces batteries; and maintains fuel stores for backup systems.

Determines materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; identifies and gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required. Participates in project planning and implementation for new installations, special projects, and events: identifies and recommends new equipment to improve service delivery; determines installation strategies and timelines; recommends installation options and equipment selection;

attends meetings and on-site reviews; advises project leaders regarding labor, materials, costing, timelines, etc.; reviews design plans and blueprints for accuracy; provides technical advice, information, and assistance; drafts initial designs for additions and renovations; completes assigned tasks; and provides updates to project leaders, as requested or required. Coordinates contracted…