What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician - DPW position at Racine?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: We offer a great benefits package including medical,
dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will
earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and
apply today! Introduction: The Electrician position is a part of the
Department of Public Works (DPW). DPW provides direct services to the
City of Racine residents by maintaining various pieces of infrastructure
around the City. The Electricians are very important to the City of
Racine. They perform installation, repair and troubleshooting of
electrical control systems and equipment all around the City of Racine
including, but not limited to; maintaining street lights and signalized
intersections. Position Purpose: Performs installation, repair, and
troubleshooting of electrical control systems and equipment, and
conducts work within the City\'s core buildings, including City Hall,
the Safety Building, the City Hall Annex, and Memorial Hall. Essential
Duties: Installs and repairs electrical fixtures, traffic signals,
street lighting equipment, control panels, timers and assorted
electrical equipment including electronic controls. Maintains electrical
systems for City bridges and buildings under the jurisdiction of the
Department of Public Works. Perform work on the City\'s core buildings
including City Hall, Safety Building, City Hall Annex and Memorial Hall.
Plans new or modified installations to minimize power problems and
provide consistency with specifications and local electrical codes.
Performs various repair and replacement duties utilizing blue prints and
electrical drawings. Connect power cables to equipment, lighting
fixtures, and electrical motors. Test continuity of circuitry to insure
electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standardized
instruments. Troubleshoot problem areas utilizing electrical knowledge
and experience to repair faulty equipment or systems. Must maintain a
consistent and reliable attendance pattern. Performs related duties as
assigned. Conditions of Employment: Must be able to work in all outside
weather conditions. Must be able to work on stepladders, extension
ladders and aerial trucks. Must be able to work in areas of high voltage
gear and equipment. Physical Demands of the Position: Physical ability
to maneuver and install traffic signal and streetlight poles using a
crane. Standing, kneeling, walking, sitting and stooping. Kneeling,
crouching, climbing, balancing and bending/twisting. Reaching, feeling,
talking and hearing. Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
Equipment Used: Aerial truck, service truck, dump truck, fork lift,
cranes, electrician hand tools, drills, cutting tools, large hand tools
used in dismantling and reconstructing traffic signals and streetlights,
computers and associated testing equipment related to the electronic
field. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: Master or
Journeyman electrician status with five years of progressive
Installation And Repair Experience Required. Valid Wisconsin Class A
Commercial Driver\'s License or ability to obtain within a three month
period. Must live within thirty minutes of any point within the City of
Racine to respond to on-call duty. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the methods and modern practices involved in installing,
repairing, and maintaining a variety of power sources, equipment and,
electrical accessories. Ability to logically solve problems of moderate
difficulty with a minimum of supervision and direction. Ability to
understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ab lity to
communicate effectively, exercise good judgment, courtesy and tact when
dealing with the general public and others. Ability to operate and work
from an aerial truck. Special Requirements: Availability for twenty-four
hour on-call duty including weekends and holidays for a week at a time.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5383943/electrician-dpw?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will
earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and
apply today! Introduction: The Electrician position is a part of the
Department of Public Works (DPW). DPW provides direct services to the
City of Racine residents by maintaining various pieces of infrastructure
around the City. The Electricians are very important to the City of
Racine. They perform installation, repair and troubleshooting of
electrical control systems and equipment all around the City of Racine
including, but not limited to; maintaining street lights and signalized
intersections. Position Purpose: Performs installation, repair, and
troubleshooting of electrical control systems and equipment, and
conducts work within the City\'s core buildings, including City Hall,
the Safety Building, the City Hall Annex, and Memorial Hall. Essential
Duties: Installs and repairs electrical fixtures, traffic signals,
street lighting equipment, control panels, timers and assorted
electrical equipment including electronic controls. Maintains electrical
systems for City bridges and buildings under the jurisdiction of the
Department of Public Works. Perform work on the City\'s core buildings
including City Hall, Safety Building, City Hall Annex and Memorial Hall.
Plans new or modified installations to minimize power problems and
provide consistency with specifications and local electrical codes.
Performs various repair and replacement duties utilizing blue prints and
electrical drawings. Connect power cables to equipment, lighting
fixtures, and electrical motors. Test continuity of circuitry to insure
electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standardized
instruments. Troubleshoot problem areas utilizing electrical knowledge
and experience to repair faulty equipment or systems. Must maintain a
consistent and reliable attendance pattern. Performs related duties as
assigned. Conditions of Employment: Must be able to work in all outside
weather conditions. Must be able to work on stepladders, extension
ladders and aerial trucks. Must be able to work in areas of high voltage
gear and equipment. Physical Demands of the Position: Physical ability
to maneuver and install traffic signal and streetlight poles using a
crane. Standing, kneeling, walking, sitting and stooping. Kneeling,
crouching, climbing, balancing and bending/twisting. Reaching, feeling,
talking and hearing. Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
Equipment Used: Aerial truck, service truck, dump truck, fork lift,
cranes, electrician hand tools, drills, cutting tools, large hand tools
used in dismantling and reconstructing traffic signals and streetlights,
computers and associated testing equipment related to the electronic
field. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: Master or
Journeyman electrician status with five years of progressive
Installation And Repair Experience Required. Valid Wisconsin Class A
Commercial Driver\'s License or ability to obtain within a three month
period. Must live within thirty minutes of any point within the City of
Racine to respond to on-call duty. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the methods and modern practices involved in installing,
repairing, and maintaining a variety of power sources, equipment and,
electrical accessories. Ability to logically solve problems of moderate
difficulty with a minimum of supervision and direction. Ability to
understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ab lity to
communicate effectively, exercise good judgment, courtesy and tact when
dealing with the general public and others. Ability to operate and work
from an aerial truck. Special Requirements: Availability for twenty-four
hour on-call duty including weekends and holidays for a week at a time.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5383943/electrician-dpw?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs