Electrician - Public Works

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About the Department

The City of San José (CSJ) , the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the values of: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about San José.

The City's Public Works Department ( D PW) is seeking Electricians whose values align with the values of the City's employees. DPW Electricians enjoy a regular 40-hour work with opportunity for overtime hours, and include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. The Public Works Department i s responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, m aintaining City facilities and fleet assets, f acilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Benefits & Compensation

The City offers a variety of benefit options to employees, including health, dental, visio n, and life insurance. Employees in the Electrician I/II classification are represented by the bargaining unit, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local No. 332 (IBEW) . Explore a comprehensive list of benefits by visiting CSJ’s Human Resources Benefits webpage . Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Regular W ork hours of 40-hours/week + overtime opportunity
  
• Annual P aid H oliday T ime - off : 15 days
  
• Accrued a nnual P aid T ime - off: approx. 10 days (first 5 years of service)*
  
• A ccrued a nnual P aid S ick - time
  
• Medical , D ental , and V ision insurance
  
• Retirement /Pension
  
• Employee Assistance Program & Life Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care)
  
• Commuter Benefit & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD) & Personal Accident Insurance (AD&D)
  
• Long Term Care(for existing subscribers only)
  

* (2080 hours worked = 1 year)

Salary ranges for this classification are:

• Electrician I: $ 110 , 313.84 - $ 134 , 228.64 approximate annual pay
  
• Electrician II: $115,861.20 - $140,955.36 approximate annual pay
  

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Position Duties

The City of San José , Public Works Department is seeking to fill five ( 5 ) full- time Electrician vacancies . The department’s tight-kn i t team of E lectrician s work collabo ra tively and intra-departmentally to ensure electrical components and systems are installed and m aintained throughout city facilities such as community centers, l ibraries and public park s.

Electrician I is the entry-level class in the Electrician series. Incumbents are provided with training and experience to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the full range of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.

Electrician II is the journey level class in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment, working independently under general supervision.

Electricians are responsible for installing, maintaining , testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating high and low voltage/amperage electrical components, systems and equipment including locating problems; determining appropriate courses of action; and coordinating repairs with affected parties. They design, fabricate, and install electrical systems and components and install wiring and electrical equipment, ensuring code compliance. Electricians review work orders, maintain activity logs, prepare requisitions and obtain approval for various projects. Duties may also include purchasing electrical supplies, including filling out paperwork; coordinating purchases; and, choosing vendors. They are responsible for responding to occasional emergencies, evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed. Public Works electrician duties also include:

• N ew construction, remodels, small tenant improvement projects ;
  
• L ighting retrofit projects ;
  
• M aintenance of pump stations (includes motor controls and PLC's and computerized alarm and monitoring of pumps, etc. ) ;
  
• Maintenance of E mergency generators, fire alarm systems, vehicle gate operators, badge access controls, lighting control systems ;
  
• E lectrical building distribution systems and equipment up to and including 12kv ;
  
• I nstalling cat 5 and fiber optic networks and maintenance of all City buildings ; and
  
• Setting up t emporary power for special events and public address setups.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience :

Electrician I

Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND successful completion of an apprenticeship from an accredited training program .

Electrician II

Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND successful completion of an apprenticeship from an accredited training program AND one (1) year of full-time or its equivalent journey-level experience in commercial or industrial electrical maintenance work .

Acceptable Substitutions :

Completion of the State of California Electrician Certification exam OR four (4) years of full-time or its equivalent experience in commercial or industrial electrical maintenance work may be substituted for completion of an apprenticeship from an accredited training program.

Certifications:

Possession of a valid State of California driver's license.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

• Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, including ability to safely perform duties using the applicable codes and standards for electrical systems; Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
  
• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
  
• Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
  
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
  
• Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes , performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.
  
• Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).
  
• Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
  
• Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate .
  

Selection Process:

The selection process consist s of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process are described below which includes a practical examination. The practical exam for the Electrician I/II classification is comprised of a written exam (approx. 2 hours) and hands-on simulation (approx. 6 hours) .

Step 1: Complete & submit online application

Step 2: Application Review & Selection (ongoing)

Step 3: Practical Exam & Simulation : Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a practical exam and hands-on simulation (approx. 8-hour commitment, see schedule below) .

Step 4: Oral Interview : Those who passing the written exam and simulation will be invited to participate in an oral interview (approx. 30-minute commitment) .

Step 5: Final Selection and potential final oral interview (ongoing)

Electrician Practical Examination & Interview Schedule 2024 :

The Practical Exam & Simulation consists of a 2-hour written exam and approx. 6-hour corresponding hands-on simulation. The written exam requires post-apprentice level understanding and knowledge of electrical schematic planning/drawing for electrical circuits. The corresponding hands-on simulation requires physical execution of the schematic plan including use of electrical tools and components such as, but not limited to, conduits, continuity testers, and control circuits. A structured performance evaluation process is utilized to assess candidates' ability to: follow instructions, knowledge and adherence to code compliance and safety protocols, wire various types of control circuits and devices, and accuracy & quality of workmanship.

Practical Exam Dates 2024:

• Saturday, 8/10
  
• Saturday, 9/21
• Saturday, 11/16
• Saturday, 2/1/25

Oral Interview Dates 2024:

• Tuesday, 8/13
  
• Tuesday, 9/24
• Tuesday, 11/19
• Tuesday, 2/4/25

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Crystal Diaz at crystal . diaz@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.

For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.

In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.

Closing Date/Time: 1/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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