Job Description

Maintenance Electrician

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies. The Riverside County Department of Facilities Management is seeking to fill a Maintenance Electrician to support the Smith Detention Facility located in Banning. The Maintenance Electrician performs journeyman level technical work in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment, fixtures and related electrical systems. The incumbent inspects and tests electrical systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs [replacement and re-wiring]. The Maintenance Electrician may be required to prepare estimates if the work necessitates complex repair and/or full replacement. The Maintenance Electrician class is distinguished from the Lead Maintenance Electrician by the latter's responsibility for assigning the work of a small crew of electricians and inspecting work upon completion. Competitive candidates will have experience with interpreting wiring diagrams, blueprints and electrical schematics; experience with operating emergency generators is essential to ensure readiness in critical situations. Strong troubleshooting skills showing abilities to effectively diagnose and resolve electrical issues. Applying electrical formulas and conversion tables; ability to use electrical test equipment [ volt-ohmmeters, amp meters, circuit testers].

Schedule: This position follows a 4/10 schedule. The selected candidate must be available to work extended shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and participate in rotational on-call duties on weekends as needed to support departmental operational needs. Uniforms are provided.

Meet the Department! Riverside County Department of Facilities Management provides property management and operations services for county owned and leased facilities throughout the 7,200 square miles of Riverside County and over 14 million square feet of space. The department is responsible for keeping county buildings safe, comfortable and productive for both county staff and the public.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Install electrical conduits, fixtures, motors, switches, and outlets according to codes, working from blueprints, schematic diagrams, sketches, and oral and written directions.
• Test established circuits for overload and determine circuit requirements for additional electrical equipment, test circuitry and switches for failures.
• Isolate problems and replace worn or broken parts; make repairs on electrical circuits and equipment, including motors, heaters, air conditioning controls, and a wide variety of electrical equipment.
• Estimate materials needed and cost of electrical repair jobs; perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment.
• May assist in the performance of basic construction work in preparation for electrical installation or repair (e.g., pouring and forming concrete, repairing and installing plumbing systems, and framing and installing doors and drywall).
• Performs a variety of facilities-related task, which may include, but are not limited to, light maintenance duties such as plumbing, lock repairs, and general upkeep to ensure a safe and functional space; other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Option I Experience: Completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship training program.

Option II Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible experience performing work in installing and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Two years of the required experience may be substituted on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in trade related courses taken at an accredited college or university being equal to six months of experience.

Option III Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible experience performing work in installing and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Two years of the required experience may be substituted on the basis of 144 hours of trade related instruction taken at a union training center, adult school, vocational school, or specialized industrial program being equal to six months of experience. License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License at time of employment, as the incumbent will be driving to different locations. A successful Security Clearance conducted by the Sheriffs' Department is required.

Physical Requirements: The Maintenance Electrician works both indoors/outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather. The position requires independent mobility, including the ability to stand, climb, reach, and move heavy equipment, materials or mechanical parts. The incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods, navigate uneven or wet terrain, and perform the physically demanding tasks associated with electrical equipment maintenance.

Knowledge of: The methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade; pertinent electrical codes.

Ability to: Read and write English at the level necessary for successful job performance; read and comprehend blueprints and schematic diagrams of circuitry; follow oral and written directions; maintain simple records.

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