Industrial Electrician

Salary : $31.24 - $38.01 Hourly

Location : Battle Creek, MI

Job Type : Full-Time

Department : Department of Public Works

Division : Wastewater Treatment Plant

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : AFSCME

The City of Battle Creek ("The City") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The City expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of the City employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Description

The City of Battle Creek's Wastewater Treatment Plant is looking for a licenses journeyman to perform work handling routine and complex electrical troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and repair; related work as apparent or assigned. Work performed under the limited supervision of the Foreman II.

Examples of Duties

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of electrical equipment and devices. Install, maintain, and repair motors; controls; electrical wiring; and components up to 5,000 volts, single and three phases. Troubleshoot electrical problems. Perform simple and complex electrical and electronic tests. Select electrical components and design simple electrical circuits.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports and recommendations on electrical equipment and controls. Coordinate and train other employees in electrical systems and component operation, repair, and maintenance work.
• Perform troubleshooting tasks on electronic controls and components. Install and maintain electronic devices. Perform complex troubleshooting tasks on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and combined motor control and alarm systems. Troubleshoot, maintain, install, and repair variable speed motor controllers and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Coordinate and train other employees in electrical systems and component operation, repair, and maintenance work.

Typical Qualifications

Special Requirements :

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and / or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone. Work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, frequently requires exposure to vibration and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather) and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future.

Full-time employee benefits - Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to careers@battlecreekmi.gov.

Medical : Choose from a PPO plan with BCBS or an HMO plan with BCN and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.

Dental : 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield

Life Insurance : 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee's base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children.

Sickness and Accident : 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria.

Retirement Savings :

Employer Assistance Plan (EAP) : 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest

Paid Time Off : Generous PTO package - Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract.

Paid Holidays : 13 paid holidays per year

Voluntary Benefits :

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer

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In addition to the above, some positions may qualify for :

Do you currently have a State of Michigan Journeyman Electricians License?

Required Question

Salary : $400,000