Electrician

Job Title

Performs a variety of skilled & semi-skilled electrical and building maintenance tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair facility electrical systems and equipment ensuring that all electrical systems are operable and maintained in a good state of repair. Must be able to read schematics, plans and blueprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical load centers, motors, etc.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, & correct electrical problems in the power distribution, electrical equipment, and lighting systems.
• Installs removes, repairs, overhauls and test electrical equipment, both alternating and direct current.
• Performs installation, removal and repair of a wide range of electrical equipment such as power circuits, lighting systems, switch gear, transformers, starters, controllers, capacitors
• Works to meet current electrical codes, county policy, and practices.
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, & other simple electrical systems.
• Must be able to read schematics, plans and blueprints.
• Inspects the work site to determine materials, equipment, tools and required methods to perform tasks.
• Assist and suggest methods to reduce use within the energy management program as it pertains to electrical systems.
• Create, and implement a preventative maintenance schedule for emergency generators.
• Provides assistance with daily maintenance tasks including mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Provides assistance with seasonal / general operations and maintenance needs as required.
• Work within the departments "on-call" procedure for emergency repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:
Supervised by the Director of Buildings Operations & Maintenance or designee.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May on occasion work alongside and direct/instruct Custodian I, II, HVAC Technician and Maintenance Workers in the course of repairs that may require instruction.

Experience, Skills,

Education:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Must possess a State of Michigan Journeyman Electricians license and maintain this license during employment in the position; qualified candidates must have held and worked under a State of Michigan Journeyman Electricians License for a minimum of 3-5 years.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety code regulations and the safe use of tools, equipment and materials needed to perform tasks.
• Reasonable knowledge of local building construction codes.
• Considerable knowledge in the commercial electrical trades, including knowledge in high voltage.
• Reasonable knowledge in plumbing, carpentry, and small engine repair;
• Installation, operation and repair of the various types of equipment involved in the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly; communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.

Essential Abilities for All St. Clair County Job Classifications:

• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
• Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgement.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.
• Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.
• Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to:
  Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook as required. Proficiency may be tested.

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to starting employment, the candidate…