The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented, and technically competent Electrical Power Technician (EPT) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant, a 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, continuous operation facility that treats 24 million gallons of wastewater each day from residences and businesses. Specific duties include: Performing predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical dat... more details
Position Information
The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented, and technically competent Electrical Power Technician (EPT) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant, a 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, continuous operation facility that treats 24 million gallons of wastewater each day from residences and businesses.
Specific duties include:
Performing predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical data, blueprints, factory specifications and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
Performing necessary maintenance, corrective repair and/or reconditioning of equipment;
Analyzing system failures or conditions to determine root cause or potential for breakdown;
Evaluating problems or work assignments to determine scope of project, to set priorities, to project resource needs and to plan follow-up activities;
Leading projects including documenting work and maintaining records;
Coordinating work with other agencies or contractors;
Assisting in the training of staff; and
Evaluating complex electrical industrial systems and equipment in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and at remote lift stations to identify maintenance needs and to establish project plans for design, predictive, corrective, or preventive action.
The full performance Electrical Power Technician II (EPT II) is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex industrial electrical equipment and systems in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and the Water and Sewer Lift Stations. Working in the field, at the input-output level, diagnosing and resolving complex electrical problems on a wide variety of rotating, moving and heavy equipment including medium voltage (600V and 4160V) distribution centers, motor control centers, three-phase motors, control panels, alarms, sump pumps, variable speed motor controllers, pumps, generators, presses, conveyor belts, lighting system and underground cable. Additionally, the employee performs diagnostic work up to the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and the Digital Control System (DCS).
Selection Criteria
Minimum: This position may be filled at the EPT I or EPT II level.
Electrical Power Technician I
High school diploma/equivalent;
Successful completion of the County's technical in-house training program;
Three (3) years of experience assisting with performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; and
One (1) year in an industrial setting with medium voltage 480V to 4160V systems.
Electrical Power Technician II
High school diploma/equivalent;
Five (5) years of experience independently performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; and
Three (3) years' experience in an industrial setting with medium voltage 480V to 4160V systems;
Must possess a NEC Master's Electrician License; and
Must possess a Confined Space Entry certification.
Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement. A year of directly-related technical school training beyond the high school level, completion of an applicable apprenticeship program or a college degree in Electrical Engineering or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement.
Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:
Experience in an industrial electrical control environment which includes assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electrical controls;
Experience with, and/or knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) programming; and/or
Familiarity with fluid dynamics and hydraulics, OSHA mandates and other federal, state, and local codes relevant to operations.
Special Requirements
1) Electrical Power Technician I must have the ability to obtain Journeyman Electrical License within three (3) years of hire date, including participation and successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program, and the ability to obtain a Confined Space Entry certification within one (1) year of hire date.
2) Electrical Power Technician II requires a valid driver's license, a NEC Master's Electrician License and Confined Space Entry certification, and successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program.
3) Both levels require the ability to pass a respirator fit test and work in confined spaces.
4) Both levels require the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
5) Applicants must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver license. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or they must provide, a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
6) Work is performed in an industrial environment and involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, strong odors, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, lifting light to heavy objects and equipment, and working in confined spaces.
Additional Information
The pay ranges listed on this announcement are effective June 30, 2024.
Work hours: 5:30a.m. - 2:00p.m., Monday through Friday, some overtime will be required; must be available for holdover and/or callback in emergency situations.
The official title of this position is Electrical Power Technician I/II.
Employees hired as an Electrical Power Technician I, Trainee level, will remain a Trainee for no more than three (3) years until they obtain the required Journeyman Electrical License. Employees hired with a Journeyman Electrical License can be hired as EPT I.
The EPT I may advance to the EPT II level after completing the EPT training program, meeting all minimum qualifications of the EPT II, and demonstrating the ability to proficiently and independently perform advanced duties.
Permanent status with the County is not obtained until successful completion of training and certification requirements for the positions, followed by a 12-month probationary period. All employees must complete all stated requirements within the specified timeframes, or they will be subject to separation from County employment.
This position is part of a two-level Electrical Power Technician I/II Multi-Grade pay band which includes Grades T25 and T28 (Grade T22 for trainee), EPT I, and EPT II level work. Experience will be evaluated by the Department of Environmental Services and the supervisor will talk with each new employee about how the competencies can be achieved, both through training and experience on the job.
The salary range listed at the top of this announcement is for entry level for EPT I Trainee, up to maximum at EPT II full performance level.
Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.
The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.
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