What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELECTRICAL MECHANIC 3841 (REV 01/02/25) position at City of Los Angeles, CA?

Salary : $105,652.00 - $150,920.00 Annually

Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 3841 O 2024 / 02 / 23 C

Department : DWP - Power

Opening Date : 01 / 03 / 2025

DUTIES

ANNUAL SALARY

For trainee positions : $105,652 to $135,824

For journey-level positions : $150,920 (flat-rated)

NOTES :

Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
For information regarding reciprocity between City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to :
Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

An Electrical Mechanic performs skilled mechanical and electrical work in the installation and maintenance of high and low voltage electrical circuits and related equipment at electrical stations and plants such as electrical substations; receiving, distributing, and customer stations; steam generating stations; water pumping and chlorinating stations; converter stations; hydro-electric plants; high voltage switching stations; and similar facilities and buildings; and performs other related duties.

Electrical Mechanics may work at heights of up to 280 feet, near hazardous materials, and in confined spaces.

REQUIREMENT(S) / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

Six months of full-time paid experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems; or

Six months, within the last two years, of full-time paid experience as an exempt Construction Electrical Mechanic or Construction Electrical Helper with the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems; or

Completion of at least eight months in the Utility Pre-Craft Trainee training program sponsored by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, assisting in the performance of electrical work on high and low voltage equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems; or

Six months of full-time experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems while in the United States Armed Forces; or

Certificate of completion of the Electrical Construction & Maintenance (ECM) program at Los Angeles Trade Technical College; or

Certificate of completion of the Introduction to Electricity course offered through the TWI / LATTC (Transportation Workforce Institute / Los Angeles Trade Technical College) sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or

Certificate of completion of the Del Mar Electricity course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or

Certificate of completion of the Hayden Course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or

Certificate of completion of an electrical lineworker program from an accredited college.

PROCESS NOTES

In accordance with Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, an Environmental Protection Agency approved Technician Certificate may be required for some positions prior to appointment.

All entry-level positions are temporary training positions as defined in Civil Service Commission Rule 5.30. An Electrical Mechanic in a trainee position must successfully complete an intensive on-the-job and classroom-training program in order to promote to a regular Electrical Mechanic position. It is anticipated that the training program may last up to 54 months.

Applicants filing under Requirement #3 who lack two months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.

Applicants filing under Requirement #3 must submit with their application a City of Los Angeles "Verification of Work Experience" (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience performing electrical work on high and low voltage equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems. The VWE form should indicate the type of work performed and the amount of timespent performing such work. This form may be obtained on-line at . Applicants may attach the completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing or will have seven (7) calendar days from the on-line submission date to e-mail a copy of their completed VWE form, including the required signatures, to . The subject line of your e-mail must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your e-mail, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their signed VWE form within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.

Active United States Military personnel may file for this examination; however, they cannot be appointed until they have completed their military service and have been discharged with satisfactory performance. Proof of military service and satisfactory performance must be provided prior to appointment.

Applicants filing under Requirement #4 must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating an End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the copy is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

A valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required within 30 days of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and / or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI.

Appointments from the eligible list are normally made to entry-level positions. Applicants filing under Requirement #2 may be considered for appointment to a regular (journey-level) Electrical Mechanic position. However, they must have completed an IBEW inside wireman apprenticeship program and may be required to successfully pass written and / or performance tests. Proof of completion of the recognized apprenticeship program must be submitted to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power at the time of appointment.

An Electrical Mechanic must be designated as an Authorized Person, which permits one to hold Work Authorities, prior to completion of probation as a journey-level Electrical Mechanic.

Applicants filing under Requirement #5, #6, #7, #8 and / or #9 must submit a copy of their certificate of completion at the time of filing. A copy of the applicable certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with submitting it. Applicants who fail to submit the certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

Please note that qualifying education under Requirement #9 must be from a college accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of accrediting agencies can be found at

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / lacity for Open Competitive Examinations.

NOTE :

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure time to resolve any technical issues encountered.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below :

Filing Period 1 : From FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 2025 to THURSDAY JANUARY 16, 2025

Filing Period 2 : From FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2025 to THURSDAY JULY 24, 2025

The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing may close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin.

In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order : 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process.

SELECTION PROCESS

Examination Weight : Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . Qualifying

Performance Test . . . . . . . . . . 100%

The examination will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test and performance test. In the qualifying multiple-choice test, which will be administered and proctored on-line, candidates may be examined for the following competencies : Mechanical Aptitude; Mathematics including knowledge of : arithmetic, algebra, and scales and units used for measurements; Safety Focus including knowledge of : safety principles such as Cal / OSHA regulations, and first aid; Job Knowledge including the knowledge of : scales, dials, and digital readouts, hand and power tools, and measuring tapes; Electrical Understanding including the knowledge of : direct current and alternate current electrical theory, and meters used in testing and / or inspecting electrical equipment; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to and clicking on Competencies under Electrical Mechanic.

The qualifying multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the qualifying multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.

For candidates who apply between JANUARY 3, 2025 and JANUARY 16, 2025 , it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered in the month of MARCH 2025 .

For candidates who apply between JULY 11, 2025 and JULY 24, 2025 , it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered in the month of SEPTEMBER 2025 .

FAQs for on-line testing is available at . Candidates who do not have the required equipment may have the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.

Passing Score for Qualifying Multiple-Choice Test

The passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the qualifying multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test may be set either at, above or below 70%.

Candidates must achieve a passing score on the qualifying multiple-choice test in order to be scheduled for the performance test. The examination score will be based entirely on the performance test. The Performance Test will consist of a series of exercises in which candidates may be examined for : Job Knowledge including knowledge of hand and power tools and measuring tapes sufficient to measure materials accurately; Physical Capabilities; Oral Communication; Electrical Understanding including the knowledge of differences between colored materials; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the time and location of the performance test, which will be held in Los Angeles.

For candidates who apply between JANUARY 3, 2025 and JANUARY 16, 2025, it is anticipated that the performance test will be administered in the month of MAY 2025.

For candidates who apply between JULY 11, 2025 and JULY 24, 2025 , it is anticipated that the performance test will be administered in the month of NOVEMBER 2025 .

NOTES :

This examination is based on a validation study and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.

Based on City policy, before being hired in this position, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening test.

Applications accepted are subject to review to ensure minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.

As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http : / / per.lacity.org / exams / verify_disability.pdf.

A final average score of 70% in the performance test portion of the examination is required to be placed on the eligible list.

Candidates may take the multiple-choice test only once every 365 days under this bulletin. Names may be removed from the open competitive eligible list after six months.

Your rank on the employment list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.

For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at : https : / / clkrep.lacity.org / onlinedocs / 2021 / 21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf.

Notice :

If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ON AN

OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information :

Working E-mail address

Telephone Number

Official social security number

I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.

I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.

I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.

I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add info@governmentjobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.

I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application regarding this examination.

I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.

I UNDERSTAND that, if qualifying with my City experience, that I MUST indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and NOT ANY WORKING TITLE that I believe is designated to me.

I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and / or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.

In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.

I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

I am currently :

A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.

An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, but have civil service status.

An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, without receiving civil service status.

A City of Los Angeles employee in a temporary training position.

A City of Los Angeles employee on a part-time basis.

On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.

Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.

REQUIREMENT #1 (QUESTION 1 of 3)

I have the following amount of full-time paid experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems :

NOTE : You MUST provide detailed information regarding your experience in performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems in the WORK HISTORY SECTION of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification from this examination.

Between 1 month and 5 months

6 months or more

NONE OF THE ABOVE

REQUIREMENT #1 (QUESTION 2 of 3)

If you are applying under REQUIREMENT #1 , please list the job title(s) and employer(s) which you are claiming experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems.

Example : Electric Distribution Mechanic, City of Los Angeles

If you are NOT applying under Requirement #1, enter "N / A."

REQUIREMENT #1 (QUESTION 3 of 3)

If you are applying under REQUIREMENT #1 , please describe your experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems.

If you are NOT applying under Requirement #1, enter "N / A."

REQUIREMENT #2

Within the last two years , I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as an exempt Construction Electrical Mechanic or Construction Electrical Helper with the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems :

Between 1 month and 5 months

6 months or more

NONE OF THE ABOVE

REQUIREMENT #3 (QUESTION 1 of 2)

I have completed the following amount of months in the Utility Pre-Craft Trainee training program sponsored by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, assisting in the performance of electrical work on high and low voltage equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems :

Between 1 month and 5 months

Between 6 months and 7 months

8 months or more

NONE OF THE ABOVE

REQUIREMENT #3 (QUESTION 2 of 2)

Applicants filing under Requirement #3 must submit with their application a City of Los Angeles "Verification of Work Experience" (VWE) form , signed by their supervisor, verifying their experience performing electrical work on high and low voltage equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems. This form may be obtained on-line at http : / / per.lacity.org / exams / vwe-sup.pdf

Applicants may attach the completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing or will have seven (7) calendar days from the on-line submission date to e-mail a copy of their completed VWE form, including the required signatures, to per.appdocs@lacity.org The subject line of your e-mail must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your e-mail, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their signed VWE form within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.

I understand the information provided above and will submit a Verification of Work Experience (VWE) form if I am applying under Requirement #3.

REQUIREMENT #4

I have the following amount of full-time experience performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems while in the United States Armed Forces :

NOTES : Applicants must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating an End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted.

You MUST provide detailed information regarding your experience in performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems in the WORK HISTORY SECTION of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification from this examination.

Between 1 month and 5 months

6 months or more

NONE OF THE ABOVE

REQUIREMENT #5

I possess a certificate of completion of the Electrical Construction & Maintenance (ECM) program at Los Angeles Trade Technical College :

REQUIREMENT #6

I possess a certificate of completion of the Introduction to Electricity course offered through the TWI / LATTC (Transportation Workforce Institute / Los Angeles Trade Technical College) sponsored by the Department of Water and Power :

REQUIREMENT #7

I possess a certificate of completion of the Del Mar Electricity course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power :

REQUIREMENT #8

I possess a certificate of completion of the Hayden Course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power :

REQUIREMENT #9

I possess a certificate of completion of an electrical lineworker program from an accredited college :

NOTE : Qualifying education must be from a college accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of accrediting agencies can be found at http : / / per.lacity.org / Accredited Institutions 08-21-08.pdf.

REQUIREMENTS #5, #6, #7, #8 or #9

Applicants filing under Requirement #5, #6, #7, #8 and / or #9 must submit a copy of their certificate of completion at the time of filing. A copy of the applicable certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and the applicant WILL NOT be credited with submitting it. Applicants who fail to submit the certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

I understand the information provided above and will attach a certificate to my application if I am applying under Requirements #5, #6, #7, #8 or #9.

Enter your valid California driver's license number and expiration date in the text box below :

NOTE : If you currently do not possess a California' driver's license, enter "None." Please note that a valid California driver's license will be required within 30 days of appointment.

I have taken the test in the past 365 days of the administration of this examination.

NOTE : Candidates may take the test only once every 365 days during the administration of this examination.

YES, I have taken the test in the past 365 days of the administration of this examination AND I understand that I am not eligible to file an application during this filing period.

IMPORTANT NOTE : I have read the above questions carefully and answered each one accurately. I understand that if I do not provide correct information that my application will be disqualified and will not be considered further for this examination.

I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.

You should include in the work experience section of your application any jobs you wish to be considered as you will be unable to add or change your information after submission .

Yes, I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.

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