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Position Information

Functional TitleIndustrial Electrician (High Voltage)/Sr. Electrical & Mechanical Tech

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryProduction

GradeUH.17

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Requisition Number26-0008

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelNon-Management

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameParkway WRRF

Reports toSection Manager, Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm

Weekends and Overtime as needed.

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheSr. Electrical & Mechanical Technicianperforms journey-level work on complex electrical (up to and including 69Kv substations), mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems at the Parkway WRRF Plant and Pumping Stations.

Essential Functions

+ Leads Electrical Mechanics and Electrical/Mechanical Technicians in performing electrical/mechanical work.

+ Performs failure analysis on failed equipment and works with the Division’s Maintenance & Operations Strategists to develop strategies to prevent future failures

+ Maintains electrical substations up to 69Kv

+ Performs repairs on various complex mechanical systems such as pumps, compressors, conveyors, intake and bar screens, valves, drive units, fans, etc.

+ Responsible for delivering and operating the Division’s C4500 crane truck to maintain equipment at Parkway WRRF and Pumping Stations.

+ Utilizes, reviews, and updates electrical and mechanical drawings to support maintenance and troubleshooting tasks

+ Installs and maintains pumps, motors, gearboxes, pipes, valves, and electrical control systems.

+ Maintains pneumatic and hydraulic control systems on valves and bubbler systems.

+ Maintains electronic control systems of various voltages and types such as variable speed and synchronous motors

Other Functions

+ Installs a wide variety of electrical or mechanical equipment

+ Serves as project lead on most projects and may serve as the liaison with the Operations staff.

+ Performs related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed at plants and pumping stations; some work is performed in an office setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

+ Thorough knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical/mechanical trade

+ Thorough knowledge of electrical/mechanical construction and maintenance, including installation and/or modification of all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic starting equipment, etc.

+ Thorough knowledge of electronic repair practices and methods

+ Skilled in the use of advanced electrical troubleshooting tools and equipment

+ Ability to work from and modify electrical and construction drawings, schematics, and specifications

+ Ability to operate substations up to 69Kv

+ Ability to work effectively with workers from different disciplines

+ Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climb ladders, scaffolding, and descend underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces with high voltage electricity

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

+ High School diploma or equivalent

+ 3+ years of electri­cal/mechanical experience, including(2) years of experience in the maintenance of high voltage switchgear and substations up to 69Kv, as well as repairing and servicing equipment such as oil circuit breakers, transformers, roll-out breakers, switchgear controls, and protective relays

+ 3+ years of experience in reading electrical one-line drawings, diagrams of high voltage substations and switchgear, and interconnecting diagrams and equipment location drawings

+ Completion of technical coursework in basic electricity, basic mechanics, blueprints, and schematics

Additional Requirements

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

+ Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

+ Shift work, on-call, and mandatory overtime may be required

+ Certified in shaft alignment for rotating machinery

+ Certified in mobile crane operation

Preferences

+ Possession of an electrical and mechanical aptitude

+ Trouble shooting skills with control circuits

+ Heavy on electrical experience. 13.8KV (MV)

Salary$35.72 - $60.36 per hour

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents