Position InformationJoin Sonoma Water as a journey-level Water Agency Electrician/Instrumentation Technician.As a Water Agency Electrician/Instrumentation Technician II, you will be responsible for performing corrective, preventative, and routine maintenance associated with electrical, instrumentation and control systems for Sonoma Water facilities as well as providing support for construction activities. You will install, maintain, calibrate, repair, and replace digital and analog electrical equipment, machinery, switchgears, controllers, and associated equipment. This position will work closely and collaborate with technical and engineering staff on a variety of construction and maintenance projects throughout Sonoma Water's diverse facilities.
The ideal candidate will be dedicated to supporting the community's water and wastewater services; possess excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills; and thrive in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will also have:
- Experience performing electrical and instrumentation work for public utilities or in related industries
- Some experience working with potable water treatment, wastewater treatment, and/or other process industries
- Completed one or more California Water certifications (T1, D1, Grade 1, or above) and/or California Water Environmental Association Electrical Instrumentation Grade 2 (or above) certification, which is highly desired
- National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and National Electrical Safety Code (NFPA 70E) training, and working knowledge as it relates to electrical design, construction, and maintenance
- Familiarity with electrical documentation (schematics, single line diagrams, schedules, and specifications)
- The ability to shift quickly between planned, routine work and unplanned, emergency work
- Availability to work as required to keep critical water and wastewater systems operational on a nearly continuous basis
- Patience, tact, and a sense humor
About Sonoma Water Sonoma Water is a special district formed by the California State Legislature in 1949 and is responsible for providing a safe and reliable water supply to its customers in Sonoma and Marin counties. Sonoma Water also maintains 75 miles of flood control channels and provides sanitation services. Employing approximately 250 employees, Sonoma Water consists of four divisions including Engineering & Resource Planning, Environmental Resources, Business Services & External Affairs, and Water/Wastewater Operations & Maintenance. Sonoma Water supports the concept of environmental sustainability, focusing on renewable power sources, and strives to be a leader in its water use efficiency and fishery restoration programs.
Employees of Sonoma Water are employees of a special district and are not subject to the provisions of the Civil Service Ordinance of the County of Sonoma.
What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
- Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
- Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
- County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
- Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $565 and ongoing education/training opportunities
- Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
- Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
- Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
- Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the
International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39 Memorandum of Understanding and our Employee Benefits Directory .
We are currently recruiting to fill a Water Agency Electrician/Instrumentation Technician II position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment . APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience: Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include completion of an academic or vocational program leading to an Associate’s degree, or equivalent, in electronic technology or electrical industry, and three years of experience installing, maintaining, repairing, calibrating, and replacing electrical equipment and machinery. Related experience with electrical equipment and machinery similar to that used in water distribution and/or wastewater treatment systems is highly desirable.
License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Certificates: California Water Treatment Plant Operator T1, California Water Distribution Operator Grade D1, and California Water Environmental Association Electrical Instrumentation Grade 1 certifications are highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of: operations and services of a comprehensive water treatment and distribution, and wastewater treatment agency; operational characteristics of SCADA systems and devices including PLC’s as they relate to work performed; the principles, methods, tools and equipment used in installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, calibrating, programming, repairing and replacing electrical and electronic equipment, machinery and related equipment; electrical principles of medium voltage, and AC/DC circuits; principles and practices of lockout-tagout and energy isolation; electronic and electric theory, specifically as it relates to decision making for designing, purchasing and maintaining system components; operational characteristics of pump and motor control systems; methods and techniques used in the installation and mounting of industrial equipment; methods and techniques of performing electrical load and wire calculations; safety and preventative maintenance requirements for electronic and electrical equipment; the use of electric and electronic testing equipment; occupational safety standards, practices and procedures required by federal, state and related laws related to electronic equipment maintenance.
Working knowledge of: the techniques for providing customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Agency staff modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to: install, maintain, calibrate, repair and replace electronic and electrical equipment; interpret and work from technical sketches, drawings and diagrams for electrical, and electronic equipment and machinery; navigate control and logic diagrams; troubleshoot a diverse range of equipment and devices through the use of diagnostic tools; read and interpret construction drawings and related equipment specifications; prepare written policies and procedures; train other employees; perform mathematic calculations as required by the job; independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments; effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks; establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
An
Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL*These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off :Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan :Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generousCounty contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement :Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .
IRS 457 Plan :Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief :County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 7/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
