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Classification Title Lead Electrician
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Open Date: 05/25/2018
Job Close Date:
Initial Screening Date 02/04/2019
Position ID: P0003376
Job Open ID: 6362
Position Title: Lead Electrician-Extended (One or More Positions)
Location 20-Saddleback College
Department Facilities: Maint, Ops & Support Srvcs (SC-021-080)
Term: 12 Months/Year
Salary Schedule Link: Click here for current Salary Schedules
Pay Basis: Monthly
Pay Range: 134- starting salary at $5,437 monthly
% of Range: 100%
Hours per week: 40
Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Receives Benefits: Yes
Classification Benefits:
The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to eligible employees, which includes medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and a long-term disability income-protection plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District. Mandatory retirement incentive is with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

Position-Specific Benefits:
Additional Position Information:
Permanent link to posting http://jobs.socccd.edu/postings/8825

Additional Information

Summary Description:
Under direction from the Facilities & Energy Projects Manager, leads, oversees, and performs the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing skilled electrical work in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment including lighting circuitry, computerized fire and alarm systems, conduit systems and electrical control mechanisms; oversees and participates in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and calibrating electrical equipment and systems; oversees and participates in installing cable and conduit for fiber optic cable, phone and data systems; performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance as assigned; oversees other trades staff as assigned; and maintains a variety of records.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the lead level class in the Electrician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including the provision of functional and technical supervision over assigned staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

Representative Duties:
The duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Please see Job Duties for details.

Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics of electrical systems and internal components.
Principles of lead supervision and training.
Advanced methods, practices, equipment and tools used in the repair and maintenance of electrical systems including lighting circuitry, computerized alarm systems, conduit systems and electrical mechanisms.
Advanced principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical circuits and wiring systems.
Operational characteristics of a variety of electrical systems and high voltage networks.
Advanced principles of electrical and electronic repair.
Use and maintenance of a variety of power and hand tools.
Advanced methods and techniques of maintaining, installing and repairing electrical systems and equipment.
Operating characteristics and application of electrical test equipment.
Advanced methods and techniques of troubleshooting and calibrating electric and electronic systems and components.
Instrumentation equipment and precision tools.
Preventive and corrective maintenance techniques.
Precautions necessary for working with high voltage.
Blueprint and symbol identification.
Principles of mathematics.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations including Cal/ OSHA safety rules, regulations and other safe work practices.

Ability to:
Lead, organize, and review the work of staff.
Independently perform the most difficult electrical maintenance and repair duties.
Interpret, explain, and enforce department policies and procedures.
Install, troubleshoot, maintain and repair various types of electrical equipment including lighting circuitry, fire and alarm systems, conduit systems and electrical control mechanism.
Operate a variety of electrical testing, maintenance, repair, and installation equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Use electrical test equipment.
Operate hand and power tools competently and safely.
Install low voltage fiber optic cable for networking purposes.
Maintain required work logs, records and related operational and maintenance data.
Prepare clear and concise written reports.
Perform accurate mathematical calculations.
Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, electrical diagrams and schematics, manufacturer instructions and directions.
Perform assigned work in accordance with appropriate safety practices and regulations.
Operate office equipment including computers.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education/Training:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized journey-level training in the maintenance and repair of electrical lighting, motor control panels and computerized alarm systems.

Experience:
Four years of responsible journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems including lighting, motor control panels and computerized alarm systems and components.

License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurability.
Obtain certificate of completion for Cal/ OSHA high voltage electric safety and operation training as required.

Conditions of Employment:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, electrical energy and high voltage and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders. Occasional exposure to risks controlled by safety precautions. Positions may be required to work evenings and weekends. Frequent exposure to hazardous activities including high voltage electricity.

Physical Demands:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weights; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; and to operate assigned equipment. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Additional Position Information:
Additional Classification Information:
Position Specific Benefits:
The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to eligible employees, which includes medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and a long-term disability income-protection plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District.

Job Duties

Job Duties

Duties and Responsibilities
Lead, plan, train, and review the work of assigned staff responsible for performing skilled electrical work in the installation, repair and maintenance of a variety of electrical equipment and controls including interior and exterior electrical lighting circuits, conduit and duct systems, transformers, and other types of electrical power equipment; train assigned employees in their areas of work including proper electrical repair and maintenance methods, procedures and techniques; participate in performing the most complex work of the unit including researching and contacting venders to coordinate and implement energy saving projects; ensure daily compliance of CAL / OSHA safety rules and regulations.

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Supervise the use, care, operation, and maintenance of a variety of hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, trucks and other equipment related to area of assignment.

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Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

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Oversee and participate in installing and maintaining automated systems including parking lot lights, emergency lights and fire and security alarms and controls.

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Oversee and participate in troubleshooting and repairing short circuits, power failures and other electrical problems; test, locate and repair damaged electrical circuitry.

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Oversee and participate in repairing and replacing defective or worn electrical parts in motors, generators, pumps, telemetry equipment, controllers, switches and other facilities and equipment.

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Inspect newly installed electrical equipment and lighting to ensure safe and satisfactory functioning.

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Perform predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance on equipment.

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Oversee and participate in inspecting, cleaning, disconnecting, improving, and reenergizing high voltage networks.

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Oversee and participate in installing low voltage fiber optic cable for networking purposes as required; inspect, correct and modify cable as needed.

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Respond to electrical calls and emergencies as necessary.

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Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, trucks and other equipment in the performance of assigned duties.

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Prepare and maintain a variety of written records and reports; read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications.

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Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.

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May provide lead supervision to other maintenance and operations personnel as assigned; provides hands on support as necessary.

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Perform related duties as required.

Documents Needed for Applying
Required Documents

1. Resume / CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other Doc
2. License or Certificate

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you completed education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Have you completed specialized journey-level training in the maintenance and repair of electrical lighting, motor control panels and computerized alarm systems?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Does your experience include at least four years of journey-level responsibility in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems including lighting, motor control panels and computerized alarm systems and components?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you currently have or are you able to obtain a certificate of completion for Cal/OSHA high voltage electric safety and operation training. If you currently have this certificate, please attach a copy to the "Documents Needed for Applying - Certificates/Licenses" section of the application.
   • Yes
   • No
5. * While not required, do you currently possess a "Journey Level Certificate" issued by the California Department of Industrial Relations - Electrician Certification?
   • o Yes (please attach a copy of your certificate to the "Applicant Documents - License or Certificates" section of the application)
   • No
6. * Though not required, do you currently possess an Electrical Contractor C-10 License?
   • o Yes (please attach a copy of your license to the "Applicant Documents - License or Certificates" section of the application)
   • No