What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician Specialist position at State of Louisiana?
Position is assigned primarily to the Orleans Field Office, Warehouse, and Field Facilities as permanent duty stations. However, such assignments may be changed on a temporary or permanent basis as the needs of the agency warrant and dictate
Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:
Three years of experience or training in the electrical trade.
- Install, alter, maintain and repair wiring systems for vertical gates, record surveillance systems, communication radios, interior and exterior lights, electric taps, exhaust fans, and other electrical fixtures and equipment associated with buildings
- Perform electrical inspections of electrical equipment, switch gear controls and appliances. Replaces electrical components on control systems; perform some mechanical work in replacing and repairing parts
- Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical motor starters, related switchgear, and controls. Ensure the operational ability of sector gates. Operate floodgates, generators, and bridges and inspect for operational deficiencies.
- Maintain and make minor repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment on gates and movable bridges. Maintain generators used to operate the floodgates and perform minor repairs as required. Operate floodgates, generator, and bridges, and inspect for operational deficiencies. Perform minor maintenance on all equipment assigned to them
- Install and make repairs on nonmetallic cables (Romex, conduits (Greenfield), and thin-wall or rigid conduit). Must be able to bend pipe. Bends pipe for specific job sites, as requested
- Insure operational ability of vertical drop, fuel distribution, air compressors, programmable logic controls, and generators
- Documents inspections and repairs in accordance with USACE Operations and Maintenance Manual
Appointment Type: This appointment type can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty, or Job Appointment.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position (40-hour work week). It offers a work schedule of four 10-hour days, Monday – Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Compensation: Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the state’s retirement plan, health insurance, agency-paid short-term disability coverage, paid holidays, and paid annual and sick leave.
NOTES: Perform other duties or assignments as directed by supervisor or higher-ranking personnel. The incumbent is on a 24-hour call and will be required to report for work and remain there in case of emergency (hurricanes, storms, or other conditions which could lead to flooding) until such emergency subsides. May be required to work at the Lake Borgne Barrier safe house or PCCP or operate floodgates for protection during a storm-related or emergency event, along with placing and removing stop logs during high water emergencies. Also, may include the making of sandbags, placing, and removing sandbags whenever needed
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Monique CookSE LA Flood Protection Authority-East
504-286-3153
mcook@floodauthority.org
Salary : $3,649 - $6,566