Electrician (Industrial Equipment) - Michigan, United States - Macomb County Government

Description

Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy

Under direction, is responsible for proper operation of the electro-mechanical, electrical and electronic devises associated with road construction; installs, maintains, repairs, erects and lays out all devices, and associated equipment including poles, overhead / underground installations related to the operations of the electrical department; acts as field supervisor of various projects.

Installs, modifies and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatuses and control equipment.

Modifies electrical installations to minimize waste of materials, provides access for future maintenance, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.

Follows diagrams and/or blueprints, insuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings and flooring.
Makes standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, pulls and installs electrical conduit.

Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal caps.

Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
Connects power cables to equipment and installs grounding leads.
Tests continuity of circuit to insure electrical compatibility and safety of components.
Maintains emergency generators, lift stations and other electrical equipment and systems.
Makes routine inspections of installed equipment and/or systems to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
Performs emergency service and preventative maintenance on all electrical equipment and systems.
Operates and drives various truck mounted aerial lift devices.
Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders necessary for performing tasks above ground level.
Operates a snow plow truck with underbody blade, front plow and salt spreader insert for winter maintenance.
Required to participate in call rotation as assigned by the Electrical Supervisor.
A minimum of four (4) years electrical experience
Possession of a current Michigan Commercial Driver's License and appropriate endorsements (Class A or B with air brake endorsement) within one (1) year of hire date ** Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel
Journeyman Electrician License
Possession of a current Michigan Commercial Driver's License and appropriate endorsements (Class A or B with air brake endorsement)

It will be the employees responsibility to obtain their CDL Permit, pass a DOT physical, receive their DOT medical card and complete the Entry Level Driver Training Program at their expense prior to the Department of Roads paying for the CDL B driving course.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:
Electrical installations to minimize waste of materials, provides access for future maintenance, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes
How to follow diagrams and/or blueprints, insuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings and flooring
Raise, lower, or position equipment, tools, and materials, using hoist, hand line, or block and tackle
Measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, pulling and installing electrical conduit
Maintaining emergency generators, lift stations and other electrical equipment and systems
Transport tools, material, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, truck, or heavy motorized truck
Make standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Office or similar indoor environment: Outdoor environment: Moving mechanical parts: Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: keyboard operating, writing): Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: 390, as amended, known as the State's Emergency Management Act and the County's Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The Road Technicians bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.
Macomb County is Michigan's third most populated county, boasting a population of more than 865,000 residents and growing.

From the densely-populated southern cities to the rural northern villages, Macomb County possesses a wealth of assets that make it a desirable place to live, work and play As the county gains in population and cultural diversity increases, initiatives such as the dignity campaign enables us to cultivate a community that embraces all people and celebrates their unique contributions.

Through collaborative community-based activities, Macomb County is promoting multiculturalism and inclusiveness.