Electrician I/II

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  First Review: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 
This position is for qualified electricians who have completed a four-year apprenticeship. Electrician I and Electrician II perform electrical system construction installation, remodeling, repair, alteration, preventative maintenance work, assist other trades, complete projects, work with vendors, and partner with other City staff members.

Current vacancies exist in the Public Works & Utilities Department (Utilities division) and in the Maintenance Services Department (Facilities division).

In the Utilities position, Electricians connect motors and starters, work in Motor Control Center, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drive and may work with controls plus, use knowledge of low voltage and medium voltage on a regular basis, among other duties.
 
In the Facilities division, Electricians also bend conduit, run Metal clad wire (MC), install electrical for tenant improvement projects (TI), install transformers, and panels, install/rack breakers, have knowledge of emergency generators and Automatic Transfer Switches ((ATS), and have basic knowledge of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines and HVAC to assist the HVAC Mechanic, among other duties.

You are:

• A team player
• Versed in how electrical, mechanical, and structural systems operate and interact
• Versed in National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Safety focused
• A problem solver
• Customer service oriented
• Comfortable performing duties under physically demanding conditions
• Positive in attitude
• Passionate about safety

What you will do: 

• Troubleshoot electrical problems on motors, motor controls, switch-gear panels, distribution panels, telemetry systems, lawn sprinkler controllers, generators, and City electrical appliances as required by assignment.
• Perform electrical/instrumentation equipment checks and maintenance on all sewage lift stations, wastewater treatment facility, raw water pumping stations, reservoirs and City buildings 
• Check motors, starters, pumps, distribution panels, telemetry, Energy Management Control & Systems, and all control circuits for wear, proper voltage, amperes, rotation, and contact wear; and programs and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controls (PLC's).
• Install, repair and replace outlets, lighting fixtures, light switches, conduit runs, and distribution panels; relamp and repair high intensity discharge light fixtures; change lights and ballast at all City buildings
• Performs all electrical work associated with remodeling of offices.
• Inspect, install, adjust, repair and calibrate telemetry systems and associated equipment; 
• Check and adjusts the starting and stopping of the telemetry system's (remotely operated) water, sewage and air systems.

To see a complete Electrician I job description, click here.
To see a complete Electrician II job description, click here.

CORE COMPETENCIES  

Knowledge of:  

The tools, test equipment and other devices, materials and standard practices required in the electrical trade.

Federal, state, county, and municipal electrical and associated codes.

Occupational Safety and Health Act safety requirements, services, and equipment.

Basic electronics and solid state equipment.

Installation, repair and calibration of supervisory control and data acquisition systems, and related instrumentation.

Programmable Logic Controls.

Ability to: 

Demonstrate skill in performing electrical installation, functional testing and repair work.

Work from blueprints, sketches, plans, specifications and instruction manuals, and independently make necessary corrections.

Follow complex verbal and written directions.

Independently evaluate and make recommendations on electrical repairs, installations or adjustments as needed.

Prepare bill of materials for all work and repair, including parts, trade descriptions, and prices.

Inspect, adjust, and repair telemetry equipment.

Prepare drawings, schematics and sketches on modifications and proposed work.

Analyze and solve a wide variety of complex electrical system problems.

Use computers, job related software and program programmable logic controllers (PLC'S).

Maintain and program AC/DC variable speed drives.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

You have: 
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Electrician I

Experience: Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program described below working directly under the supervision of a qualified Journey Electrician.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Training: Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program which has included: AC & DC electrical systems; electrical drafting; electrical circuit Construction; 460V, 480V, 220V, and low voltage circuits; transformer theory; induction motors and universal motors; conduit bending and installation; installing and pulling wire; power distribution panels; motor control and electrical switch devices; and the National Electrical Building Code.

License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver License.

Electrician II

Experience: Two years of experience comparable to that of an Electrician I in the City of Hayward.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Training: Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program which has included: AC & DC electrical systems; electrical drafting; electrical circuit Construction; 460V, 480V, 220V, and low voltage circuits; transformer theory; induction motors and universal motors; conduit bending and installation; installing and pulling wire; power distribution panels; motor control and electrical switch devices; and the National Electrical Building Code.

License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver License.

BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications.

Application Review - The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.   Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Job Related Testing (examination) 

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.

Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.  

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from NeoGov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward. 
Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

Salary : $96,554 - $124,571