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The Civil Service Office for the City of Zanesville is now accepting applications for the position of Electrical Technician. The examination is open for consideration to all qualified and interested employees and to the general public.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is: possession of required licenses and demonstrable skills in electrical installation and maintenance.
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of a High School Electrical Technology program or 1 year of comparable work experience. Must be able to be insured under City’s vehicle fleet insurance.
DISTINGUISHING JOB CHARACTERISTICS
Under direction installs, maintains, and repairs City building electrical systems and wiring systems, (phone, computer Cable, intercom). Operates electronic testing equipment and power tools.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons, covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.
- Performs skilled electrical work to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in city buildings. Installs and repairs electrical outlets, control, power and lighting circuits, heating and ventilating units, etc. Repairs electrical motors, service entrances, wiring for phones, cable, and computers, etc.
- Assists in planning and layout of electrical and wiring projects. Analyzes electrical panels and switches and designs circuits most efficient for city operations.
- Interprets blueprints to determine materials, equipment, and methods for installation appropriate for use.
- Services water tower blinking emergency lights.
- Assists in installation of street lighting systems and traffic signal intersection installations. Makes repairs to electrical wiring including high voltage wires and Airport runway wiring. Installs, maintains, and repairs lighting and wiring at City sports facilities and parks. Installs and maintains electric and gas heating and cooling systems. Installs garage door openers.
- Paints buildings and other structures.
- Works under the supervision of the City Master Electrician or designee. All work to be scheduled by supervisor or designee. All questions concerning work are to be forwarded to supervisor or designee. Purchases materials necessary to complete job subject to approval by City Maintenance Supervisor or designee.
- Ensures compliance with National Electrical Code (N.E.C.). Cooperates with other trade personnel regarding new construction renovation and building maintenance.
- Performs duties and responsibilities of a general maintenance laborer. Forms, pours, and finishes concrete. Performs rough carpentry and performs plumbing and welding tasks as needed.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SCOPE OF SUPERVISION
None.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED
Electronic Testing equipment such as megger, transducer recorder, multi-meter, and other diagnostic electrical equipment; drill press; electrical saw; electric welder; trencher; power tools; 2 ton bucket truck; hand tools; pavement cutter; welder (electric or gas); chainsaw; propane torches; electro-mechanical controllers; solid state controllers; multi-meter amp probe; controller tester; conflict monitor test; jack hammer; ladder; plumbing tools; chipper; post hole digger; bob-cat; brush-hog, wire crimpers; computers and software to maintain all city facilities.
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS
City departments and divisions, outside contractors, general public, Street, Building Maintenance, Fire and Police employees.
CONFIDENTIAL DATA
None.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dirt and dust. The employee must use standard safety precautions due to exposure to injury from high voltage electric shock, falling debris, working in high places, hazardous chemicals such as asbestos and PCBs contained in old-style transformer oil. MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR EMERGENCY CALL-INS AS NEEDED.
USUAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job’s essential duties and responsibilities. These physical demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently stands and walks for extended periods of time, uses hands to hold and control equipment, reaches with hands and arms, climbs and balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, and crawls. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision with the ability to adjust focus when performing electrical work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
- Electrical installation and repair methods, procedures and equipment.
- Work hazards and safety precautions.
- N.E.C. regulations.
- General construction methods.
- Electrical inspection methods and procedures.
Ability to:
- Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Interpret extensive variety of technical materials.
- Prepare concise and accurate documentation.
Skill in:
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing major electrical problems.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, plans, and specifications.
- Operating electrical testing equipment and use of hand tools.
Submitting an Application
To be included in the process for the position of Electrical Technician, you must have submitted an electronic application by the deadline date. Submitted applications will be reviewed by the Civil Service Commission. As a result of their evaluation, applicants who have been approved to participate in the examination will be notified accordingly.
The Civil Service Exam will consist of a civil service examination. The eligible list will be arranged from highest to lowest based on the score of the examination. Applicants must pass on a scoring scale of at least 70%.
Credit for Military Service
Applicants who have been honorably discharged from active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible for additional credit of 20% on their exam provided a passing score is obtained. Applicants must pass on a scoring scale of at least 70%. Copy of honorable discharge or Form DD214 can be submitted with the electronic application, but must be submitted before the exam. No credit is given if proof of discharge is submitted after examination date.
Documents to Upload
- Driver’s license copy (required)
- Résumé (optional)
- Other relevant certificates (optional)
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