Electrician

Salary : $68,717.74 - $92,088.36 Annually

Location : Coronado, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-00055

Department : Public Services & Engineering

Division : Wastewater / Storm Water

Opening Date : 10 / 25 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

The Organization

The City of Coronado is accepting applications for

Electrician

The Department :

The mission of the Public Services and Engineering Department is to maintain the City's physical infrastructure and provide the highest level of cost-effective maintenance for the City's beaches, facilities, parks, sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, and rights of way, while protecting the public's health and safety."

The Department of Public Services and Engineering is responsible for maintaining the City's physical infrastructure and maintenance for the City's beaches, facilities, parks, sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, and rights of way, while protecting the public's health and safety. The department also provides engineering management, including planning, design, construction, and repair of the City's buildings, parks, streets, and utility systems in addition to management of a wide range of services and programs.

The Wastewater-Storm Water Division is responsible for the maintenance and operating control systems of 18 varying sized pump and lift stations, 10 nuisance flow diverter stations, 45 miles of sewer and 8 miles of storm collection systems. Coronado maintains the systems with the inclusion of two combination hydro-jetter vehicles and CCTV vehicle & equipment.

The Position

The Electrician position is assigned to the Utilities Division - Wastewater and Storm Water and provides general support to the Facilities Division performing building electrical maintenance, coordination and oversight of projects.

The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills in order to work efficiently and effectively with all City Departments, employees and contractors. The successful candidate will have high ethical and professional standards, strong organizational and time management skills in addition to excellent verbal and written communication. They will possess journey level experience, to include electrical instrumentation control systems and the ability to effectively prioritize, work independently and consistently provide quality work. Possession of a General Electrician Certification issued by the State of California is strongly preferred at time of employment.

The Electrician position requires participation in rotational Standby / On-Call shifts which can involve working at nights, on the weekends and holidays during rain events. Candidates will need to have flexibility to perform on-call duties as assigned.

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Minimum Requirements

Experience : At least four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the installation, maintenance repair and operation of high voltage electrical and electronic systems, including two years at the journey level.

Required Licenses and Certificates :

• Possess a Class A License within six (6) months of appointment.
• Possession of a General Electrician Certification issued by the State of California or the ability to obtain the certification within eighteen (18) months of appointment.
• Electrical Instrumentation Technologist Grade I Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) is required, or the ability to obtain the certificate within eighteen (18) months of appointment.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates :

Examination Process :

Application Review Phase :

A completed City of Coronado employment application and resume must be received by the Human Resources Division. Applications will be reviewed on the basis of relevant education, training, and experience. Certificates must be attached to the application.

Examination Process :

Applicants considered most qualified after the application review process will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview (100%). Additionally, applicants may be requested to undertake one or more of the following exercises - written assessment, practical, or presentation - as part of the evaluation process.

Final Interview :

The top candidates will be invited to a department interview with the Wastewater / Storm Water Supervisor and Director of Public Services and Engineering.

Candidate Selected :

The final candidate will be issued a conditional offer, subject to the successful completion of background check and medical examination including a drug screen.

Additional Information :

All candidates who successfully obtain 70% or above in each phase of the exam process will be placed on an eligibility list. The City of Coronado participates in E-Verify, all new employees are required to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States. The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Individuals with disabilities who will require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any portion of the examination process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days prior to the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.

Supplemental Information

The Coronado Community :

Rich in history, natural beauty, and a charming ocean village atmosphere, Coronado is most deserving of its royal "nickname" - The Crown City.

Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Glorietta Bay, and San Diego Bay, this picturesque seaside resort destination is linked to the Southern California coastline and the city of San Diego by the graceful and stately San Diego - Coronado Bridge, and to the south by a narrow strip of land known as the Silver Strand.

This uniquely enchanting city which measures 13.5 square miles, is home to some of the world's most pristine beaches, 18 public parks, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a public pool, and recreation facilities, as well as dedicated bicycle paths.

This vibrant, thriving community welcomes more than 2 million visitors annually to soak up the sun and the sand while enjoying the lush surroundings and village appeal of Coronado. With 15 hotels, including amongst them three world-class resorts, 1,900 hotel rooms, and many highly acclaimed restaurants, this island community has a resident and Navy population of approximately 23,000 as well as a flourishing tourist population. Coronado is also home to Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado (NASNI) Naval Amphibious Base Coronado (NAB), and Silver Strand Training Complex, Coronado, supported by nearly 20,000 military and civilian personnel.

WHAT CORONADO HAS TO OFFER :

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ANNUAL LEAVE

The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Association (AFSCME) employees accrue annual leave (combined vacation and sick leave) at the following rates :

HOLIDAYS

The City observes 11 holidays and provides eight (8) hours of holiday pay to employees on the following days :

In addition to the above specified holidays, employees are credited with two eight (8) hour floating holidays each fiscal year in observance of Lincoln's Birthday, Cesar Chavez's, and Juneteenth.

RETIREMENT :

Enrollment in the California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows :

2@62 PEPRA Members

Participants enrolled in the CalPERS Retirement Plan after January 1, 2013, are considered new members. The retirement benefit is based on age at retirement, years of service, and a consecutive 36-month compensation period. Employees currently pay 7.50% (pre-tax) toward the retirement contribution, which for PEPRA members, is determined by CalPERS each fiscal year based upon the actuarial report.

3@60 Classic Members

Participants enrolled in the CalPERS Retirement Plan to January 1, 2013, with no break in service or a break in service of less than 6 months are considered Classic Members. The retirement benefit is based on age of retirement, years of service, and the single highest year of compensation. Employees pay 9.5% (pre-tax) toward retirement benefit.

Additional Retirement Benefit

Deferred Compensation : Employees are eligible to join the ICMA-RC 457 deferred compensation plan. This plan allows employees to set aside pre-tax wages for retirement.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS :

Cafeteria Benefit Plan

The City provides a Cafeteria Benefit Plan with a 2025 monthly allotment of $2,168 that can be used to help cover the cost of medical dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, and ancillary benefits. The City participates in the CalPERS Group Health Benefits, which offers several options including HMO and PPO plans. Any remaining balance from the Cafeteria Benefit Plan can be designed to a health reimbursement account (HRA) for reimbursement of eligible health care expenses and / or dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) for eligible dependent care expenses.

Short Term & Long Term Disability

The City provides short-term disability insurance equal to 66-2 / 3% of income (up to $1,000 / week) after a 14-day waiting period. The City provides long-term disability insurance with a monthly benefit of up to $5,000 after a 90-day waiting period. Employees have the option to elect enhances long-term disability insurance (up to $8,000 / month).

Life Insurance :

The City provides group term life insurance and AD&D in an amount equal to $25,000. In addition to the basic group life insurance provided by the City, employees may purchase up to $500,000 of supplemental life insurance. Coverage over $150,000 is subject to approval by the insurance provider. Employees may also elect supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses / registered domestic partner and child(ren).

Employee Assistance Program :

The City provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP provides confidential evaluation and up to 6 free counseling visits for employees, family members, and anyone residing in the home of an employee.

Uniform Allowance

The City provides employees work shirts and pants except for those positions for which the City provides uniform service. The City provides a $175 reimbursement towards the purchase of work shoes.

Tuition Reimbursement :

Each fiscal year $1,000 is available for reimbursement for cost such as tuition, fees, books, and other required materials for approved courses leading to a college degree. Reimbursement is made upon written verification of satisfactory completion of coursework. All expenses in excess of $1,000 will roll over to subsequent years and will be reimbursed up to $1,000 per year so long as the employee remains employed with the City.

Social Security & Medicare :

The City participates in Social Security and Medicare.

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For more information regarding The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 127 (AFSCME),

The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the "Work History / Experience" section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History / Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

Please list any specialized training in electrical or electronic maintenance and repair that you have successfully completed. If you have not completed any related specialized training, please answer "none."

How many years of experience do you possess with increasingly responsible work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of high voltage electrical and electronic systems?

Do you have at least two years' experience working at the journey level as it relates to installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of high voltage electrical and electronic systems?

Please describe your work experience in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of high voltage electrical and electronic systems. Include the employer name and dates of employment.

Do you possess a valid General Electrician Certification issued by the state of California?

Please list your General Electrician certification number and expiration date. Certificate must be attached to your application for consideration.

Do you possess an Electrical Instrumentation Technologist Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA)? Please select the most applicable answer and be sure to attach a copy of the certificate to your application.

Do you possess a safe driving record and a valid Class B Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsement?

Required Question

Salary : $68,718 - $92,088