Electrician (Level I, II or III) - Public Works



Job Details

Electrician (Level I, II or III) - Public Works
Employer

Snohomish County

Salary

$61,024.92 - $81,756.12 Annually

Location

Snohomish, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2018-PWK8462R-JAN

Department

Public Works

Division

Solid Waste Operations

Opening Date

01/25/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description



SALARY INFORMATION - Depending on Qualifications

There are three classifications of Electrician in the Solid Waste division.  For a complete job description, click on the link provided below:

Electrician I - $61,024.92- $74,141.28
Electrician II - $64,049.88- $77,923.68
Electrician III - $67,233.84 - $81,756.12

Snohomish County also offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment.  Visit our New Employee Benefits Summary for more information about employee benefits.

Job Duties

BASIC FUNCTION

     To support the Solid Waste Division in performing electronic and electrical work at all Solid Waste facilities.

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 

Level of complexity and responsibility of job duties will vary between the classifications, increasing with each level from I to III, with III being the highest level and working more independently.

Some typical duties of the Electrician include, but are not limited to:
  1. Performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems, including low and high voltage systems, and communication systems. 
  2. Completes and maintains electrical records, including permits, work orders, as-builts, and a preventative maintenance tracking sys­tem. 
  3. Assists in the design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of various programmable logical controller (PLC) hardware systems including chassis, processors, remote input/output (I/O) adapters, I/O devices, and local area networks (LANs) communication systems. 
  4. Assists in the review of electrical and electronic systems designed by consultants for technical adequacy; makes periodic-inspection of contractor's work to ensure installations are constructed according to plans and specifications. 
  5. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and other instructions; may draw or sketch work to be performed. 
  6. Performs other electrical preventative maintenance, installation and repair duties as required. 
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES 
  1. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Each classification has its own unique set of minimum qualifications. You must meet all minimum qualifications of the classification in order to qualify.

Electrician I: Technical training in electrical systems; and, two (2) years of experience as a journey level electrician.  Must pass job related tests.

Electrician II: Technical training in electrical systems, and four (4) years of experience as a journey level electrician; which includes one (1) year of experience with programmable logic controllers; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.  Must pass job related tests.

Electrician III: Technical training in electrical systems; and six (6) years of experience as a journey level electrician; which includes three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of advanced electrical systems, including the electrical, electronic, and mechanical components of ICS, SCADA, and PLC; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.  Must pass job related tests.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Washington State Department of Labor Journey Level Electrician License (EL01) is required.

A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.

A job offer will be conditioned on satisfactory results of a driver's license abstract.
Possession or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR Card is required within six (6) months of employment.

Employment will be conditioned on satisfactory results of a post offer drug screen test, a medical examination, and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICIAN II AND III ONLY

Possession or ability to obtain forty (40) hour HAZWOPER certification within six (6) months of employment.  Must maintain valid forty (40) hour HAZWOPER training certification while in position.

Possession or ability to obtain confined space entry certification within six (6) months of employment.  Must maintain valid confined space entry certification while in position.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
 
Knowledge of: 
  • tools, materials, methods and techniques associated with the electrical trade
  • relevant electrical codes
  • safety rules and regulations
  • defensive driving principles
  • hazards associated with the work
  • personal computer techniques and procedures
  • basic first aid methods and procedures
Ability to: 
  • perform all phases of electrical work
  • diagnose and troubleshoot defects in all electrical systems and equipment and perform needed repairs
  • read, understand, and follow safety rules and regulations
  • perform strenuous physical work
  • use a wide variety of hand and power tools skillfully and safely under a variety of working conditions
  • read, interpret and apply relevant codes
  • understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • maintain accurate and complete written records and prepare reports as required
  • communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing
  • read, interpret and work from a variety of blueprints, drawings, one line diagrams, sketches, and work orders
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and co-workers
  • deal courteously and tactfully with the general public make independent decision under pressure 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
 
     Lifts up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis.  Must be able to work at heights up to forty five (45) feet when climbing ladders and working in aerial lift buckets.  Required to crawl, twist, bend, squat when working on electrical systems and getting in and out of aerial lift buckets.  Must be able to see when reading plans and specifications.  Must be able to hear industrial and vehicle audible alarms.  Physical dexterity is required to handle small electronic components and to splice wire.
 
SUPERVISION
 
     The work is performed under the supervision of a Solid Waste Operations Supervisor or Electrician – Lead as assigned and requires independent judgment by the employee.  Work is reviewed through status reports, staff meetings, and results obtained which may be spot checked for technical adequacy, and conformance with work orders, plans and specifications. 
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
 
     The work is performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at work sites throughout Snohomish County.  Walking over rough terrain and working in confined spaces with hazardous gases and obnoxious odors present is required. Employees will wear County-supplied safety gear as required.  Operation of a motor vehicle on public roads is required.
 
     Work in this class involves rotating shift assignments and requires employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
 
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week. 
Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

County Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Retirement
  • Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Commuting Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
  • Leave & Holidays 
Voluntary Benefits
  • Deferred Compensation 457(b)
  • Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
  • Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies
Healthcare Premiums
  • Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
  • Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.
Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

01
Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you possess a valid Washington State Driver's License, or can you obtain one within 30 days of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Have you had technical training in electrical systems?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have a valid Washington State department of Labor Journey Level Electrician License (EL01)?
  • Yes
  • No
05
How many years of experience do you have as a journey level electrician?
  • Less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years to less than 4 years of experience
  • 4 years to less than 6 years of experience
  • 6 years or more of experience
06
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience with programmable logic controllers?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have least three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of advanced electrical systems, including the electrical, electronic, and mechanical components of ICS, SCADA, and PLC?
  • Yes
  • No
08
The possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid First Aid/CPR Card is required within six (6) months of employment and training will be provided by the County if needed. Are you willing to accept this condition?
  • Yes
  • No
09
If selected for Electrician II or III, the possession of, or the ability to obtain, a forty (40) hour HAZWOPER certification within six (6) months of employment is required and will be provided by the County if needed. The employee must maintain valid a forty (40) hour HAZWOPER training certification while in position. Are you willing to accept this condition?
  • Yes
  • No
10
If selected for Electrician II or III, the possession of, or ability to obtain, a confined space entry certification within six (6) months of employment will be required and training will be provided by the County if needed. The employee must maintain a valid confined space entry certification while in this position. Are you willing to accept this condition?
  • Yes
  • No
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A job offer will be conditioned on a satisfactory review of a CURRENT and valid 2017 driver abstract (Complete Record) from Washington State Department of Licensing; and satisfactory results of a post-offer drug screen test, a medical examination, and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. Applicants are subject to a criminal background check as part of the hiring process.
  • I have read and understand the above statement.
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Employer
Snohomish County
Address
3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 503

Everett, Washington, 98201
Phone
(425) 388-3411

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