Electrician - Public Works, Bureau of Utilities, Water Reclamation - Ellicott City, United States - Howard County

Description

Salary : $56, $91,312.00 Annually

Location : Savage, MD

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number:

Department: Public Works

Division: DPW - Waste Water Maintenance

Opening Date: 05/14/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION

Howard County
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2023, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 51 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.

What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is senior technical level operations service work, which may include lead worker responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes skilled trades work at the master electrical level involving electrical repairs and maintenance. Inspects, troubleshoots, tests, installs, repairs or replaces equipment and devices.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:

This is skilled electrical work at the Master level. An employee in this class, with direction from a technical or administrative supervisor, performs complex electrical work to include training and supervising of others. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with accepted trades standards and applicable electrical codes and regulations. The work involves responsibility for repairing electrical devices of all sizes and complexity for a water and sewer utility operation, complex of government buildings, or at the Wastewater Treatment Plant facility. Contacts with others are on a routine basis, including contacts with various County personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Troubleshoots malfunctioning electrical circuitry, solid state control systems, and/or motor equipment, and takes corrective action.
• Installs, repairs, and tests electrical systems, electrical shop equipment, emergency or standby generation systems, and internal electrical power distribution facilities, such as switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, control panels and conduit systems.
• Plans new or modified installations and lays out work from engineering drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, or other specifications; prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment.
• Diagnoses trouble in electrical systems or equipment.
• Makes standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring for electrical equipment.
• Uses specialized measuring and testing instruments such as voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, ohmmeter, and meggers for such purposes as testing continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components.
• Directs the work of others.
• Tests all motor control systems, switch gears, and substation equipment.
• Inspects contracted installations, and repairs to ensure operability and conformance with specifications and contract.
• Maintains records and reports on materials and equipment used.
• Repairs breakdowns of electrical motors, motor control centers or switch gear.
• Plans new wiring systems, control circuits or alarm hookups in conjunction with existing equipment. May fabricate necessary electrical devices, and test and debug new installations.
• Maintains lighting systems; replaces bulbs, ballasts, and replaces parts.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Performs overtime work and on call work.
• This position is designated as an emergency/essential position and may be required to respond in a variety of emergency situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. May direct or oversee the work of lower level semiskilled and unskilled employees.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED; completion of a State of Maryland recognized apprenticeship, and two years work experience at the journeyman level; or, seven years of electrical trades experience, including two years at the journeyman level.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• One year certificate from college or technical school; and completion of a state of Maryland recognized apprenticeship with three years of industrial experience to include a back ground in programmable controllers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of standard electrical trade practices, methods, tools, instruments and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical code requirements and standard electrical tests, repairs and new installations.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, and other specifications.
• Ability to analyze electrical problems and recognize safety warnings.
• Ability to install and repair all types of high-voltage electrical equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the elements of inclement weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration, and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to the hazardous conditions of a construction site. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The employee is responsible for using safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work related accidents. The employee is also responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to their particular job. The employee is further responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to the public, co-workers, or other county employees.

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

• Possession of Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid Master Electrician - Limited or General License issued by the State of Maryland, and maintenance of said licensing during tenure of employment, if required by work assignment.
• A Wastewater Collection Class II, and a Water Distribution System Operators License may be required.
• Applicants with appropriate experience and equivalent licensing from another jurisdiction will be considered for employment but will be required to obtain Howard County licensing prior to appointment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

The following is a summary of the benefits available to Howard County employees who hold full-time benefit-eligible positions. Employees in positions covered by a bargaining agreement should consult their union contract for other specific benefits. Additional details are also available in the Employee Manual and in summary plan descriptions which are available in the Office of Human Resources or at

FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN: Under the County's flexible benefits plan called CountyFlex, employees may elect to enroll in medical insurance plans, dental insurance plans, optional life insurance, dependent life insurance, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Employee contributions to these benefits are made on a pre-tax basis. Information concerning enrollment options, plan rates and a benefits comparison chart are available in the Office of Human Resources.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: Employees receive a group term life insurance benefit equal to 2 times their annual salary at no cost. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The County pays the entire cost for this benefit. Employees may purchase additional coverage under the CountyFlex benefits plan.

PAID LEAVE BENEFITS: Annual and Disability Leaves are accrued over 24 pay periods each year. Personal leave is credited on January 1st each year. Use of Annual, Disability and/or Personal Leave requires supervisory approval.

ANNUAL LEAVE: During the first 5 years of employment, employees accrue the equivalent of 13 days per year. From years 6 through 10, the accrual is the equivalent of 16 days per year. From years 11 through 20, the accrual is the equivalent of 19 days per year. From year 21 on, the accrual is the equivalent of 21 days per year. Annual leave may not be used during the first 6 months of employment. A maximum of 40 days may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.

DISABILITY LEAVE: Employees accrue the equivalent of 1 day per month (12 days per year). There is no maximum accrual. This leave may be used for the disabling illness/injury of the employee, spouse or minor child or for a serious medical condition approved under F.M.L.A. Absences of over 3 days must be substantiated by a physician's certificate.

PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees receive 6 personal leave days each calendar year to be taken during the calendar year. Employees hired after April 30th receive 4 days of personal leave that year; those hired after August 31st receive 2 days; and those hired after November 30th receive no personal leave for that year. Personal leave may not be carried over.

HOLIDAYS: Employees are paid for the following holidays:

New Year's Day; Martin Luther King Day; President's Day; Good Friday; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Columbus Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day; Friday after Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Day.

OTHER PAID LEAVE: Other paid leave will be granted for approved jury duty, military leave, bereavement leave and official leave. Unpaid leave will be granted in accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act.

RETIREMENT: Howard County sponsors a defined benefit plan for its employees. participation in the plan is mandatory. Employees are required to make contributions to the plan, which are taken on a pre-tax basis. Contribution rates are dependent upon the plan in which the employee participates (general plan, or police and fire plan). The County contributes an additional percentage sufficient to ensure that each plan is adequately funded. Complete details are available in the summary plan descriptions which are available in the Office of Human Resources.

Howard County Retirement Plan: Employees contribute 3% of salary to the plan. Sheriff Deputies hired after 7/1/2021 contribute 8.5% of salary to the plan. All eligible Corrections Employees must enroll in the Corrections Employees Enhanced Benefit and must contribute 8.5% of salary to the plan.

Howard County Police and Fire Employees' Retirement Plan: Sworn police officers and career firefighters must participate in this plan. Police employees contribute 11.6% of salary and Fire employees contribute 7.7% of salary to the plan.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Participation is mandatory. Employees contribute at the current established rate.

457(b) DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees are eligible to participate in an IRS 457(b) deferred compensation program. This plan allows employees to defer a portion of their income on a pre-tax basis. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction on a tax deferred basis.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Employees experiencing problems that affect their personal lives and job performance may take advantage of confidential assessment and referral services.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: Employees may apply for reimbursement for tuition costs after completion of 6 months of employment. Prior course approval is required. The maximum annual reimbursement is $1500 contingent upon County funding.

LONG TERM DISABILITY BENEFITS: Employees who have completed 6 months of service are enrolled in the LTD plan. After 6 months of disability, plan may pay 60% of base monthly pay up to $2500 per month. The County pays the entire cost of this benefit.

DISABILITY LEAVE BANK: Employees have established a Disability Leave Bank to which employees may donate disability leave in order to be eligible to receive salary and benefit protection when they are absent due to a serious disabling illness or injury and have exhausted all accrued leave. Employees are eligible to join the Bank after having completed 1 year of employment. Administration of the Bank, including the review and approval of claims for grants of time, is handled in accordance with the Bank's Rules and Regulations which are available in the Office of Human Resources.

VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS: Employees may elect to enroll in long term care insurance, critical illness insurance, short term disability income protection, universal life insurance, and discounted auto/homeowner's insurance programs.

CREDIT UNION: Employees may participate in the Tower Federal Credit Union through payroll deductions. Loans are also available to qualified applicants.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The submitted electronic document must outline accurate dates to include (month and year) in association with each work history entry. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all pertinent experience in your application to include, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other such work history that is applicable to the position for which you wish to be considered. Descriptions of duties that state "see resume" will negatively impact your candidacy as resumes cannot be substituted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for clarification or additional information.

• I have read and understand the language outlined above.

02

Are you willing to accept a salary offer within the salary hiring range commensurate with applicable experience/qualifications?

• Yes, I am willing to accept the starting salary hiring range.
• No, I am not willing to accept the starting salary hiring range.

03

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years at a journeyman level?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess thorough knowledge of standard electrical trade practices, methods, tools, instruments and equipment?

• Yes
• No

05

If you possess thorough knowledge of standard electrical trade practices, methods, tools, instruments and equipment, please explain where you acquired this knowledge include your employer, position title, date of employment, and position responsibilities. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.

06

Do you possess experience reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and other specifications?

• Yes
• No

07

If you possess experience reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and other specifications, please explain where you acquired this experience include your employer, position title, dates of employment, and position responsibilities. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.

08

Do you possess experience diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and electronic defects?

• Yes
• No

09

If you possess experience diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and electronic defects, please explain where you acquired this experience include your employer, position title, dates of employment, and position responsibilities. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.

10

Do you possess experience installing and repairing all types of high-voltage electrical equipment and circuits?

• Yes
• No

11

If you possess experience installing and repairing all types of high-voltage electrical equipment and circuits, please explain where you acquired this experience include your employer, position title, dates of employment, and position responsibilities. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.

12

How did you hear about this position?

• NEOGOV/GOVT Jobs
• Linked In
• Maryland Association of Counties
• National Association of Counties
• CEAM
• ASCE
• Indeed
• Employee Referral
• Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Maryland Recreation and Parks Association (MRPA)
• Handshake
• Career Fair
• Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
• Other

13

If you indicated "Job Fair" or "Other" in the previous question, please indicate which job fair you attended and specifically how you became aware of this position. Otherwise, indicate "N/A" (Not Applicable).

14

Do you possess a valid Master Electrician - Limited or General License issued by the State of Maryland?

• Yes
• No

15

Do you possess a Wastewater Collection Class II and Water Distribution System Operators License?

• Yes
• No

16

Are you aware that this position requires that you function as "essential" personnel? Meaning that you are expected to work during inclement weather, emergency situations, County holidays and at an on-call basis?

• Yes
• No

17

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit , click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and understand the language outlined above.

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I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, erroneous, and/or misleading information may result in elimination from the hiring process and termination of employment if hired.

• I have read and understand the language outlined above.

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