Electrician Assistant

Summary

This position is open until filled.

A first review of applications will take place during the week of February 9, 2025. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location , consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Electrician Assistant in our Public Works Department/Streets Division. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.

Under general supervision (Electrician Assistant) or direction (Electrician/Streets), performs skilled electrical work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment; performs a variety of electrical duties including repairing traffic signals, City street lights, school beacons, and traffic beacons by replacing bulbs, lenses, polls, wiring, fuses, and signal head parts; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and calibrates electrical equipment and systems; installs cable and conduit; performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance as assigned; maintains a variety of records; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Electrician Assistant: This is the first level in the Electrician series with incumbents assisting higher level staff in a wide range of electrical duties and responsibilities. Electrician Assistant incumbents are eligible to progress to the Electrician/Streets level based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions, possession of required licenses and certifications, completing the progression criteria established by the Department, and upon review and approval of the department head. The Electrician Assistant classification is distinguished from the Electrician/Streets in that the Electrician Assistant classification is responsible for performing less complex electrical repair and maintenance work. The primary duty of the Electrician Assistant is performing a variety of electrical duties including repairing traffic signals, City street lights, school beacons, and traffic beacons by replacing bulbs, lenses, polls, wiring, fuses, and signal head parts. As knowledge of complex electrical concepts is acquired, incumbents progressively perform more responsible work.

Electrician/Streets: This is the full journey level class within the Electrician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Electrician Assistant by the performance of a full range of assigned duties including more complex and responsible electrical repair and maintenance work. The Electrician/Streets class also provides direction and training to Electrician Assistants.

Key Responsibilities

The following 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.

Performs skilled electrical and electronic installation, repair, service, and maintenance work on a variety of electrical installations, systems and equipment.
Operates an aerial bucket truck and/or crane truck in the performance of a variety of electrical duties including repairing traffic signals, City street lights, school beacons, and traffic beacons by replacing bulbs, lenses, polls, wiring, fuses, and signal head parts.
Installs, maintains, inspects, diagnoses malfunctions, and repairs traffic signal systems including traffic sensing mechanisms, traffic signal circuits, controllers, switches, relays, electronic controls, loop detection systems, and other electrical apparatus.
Installs and maintains overhead and underground traffic signal communication cabling; pulls wires and makes electrical connections required to tie in wiring, signals, vehicle detectors, and control cabinets.
Repairs traffic signals, City street lights, school beacons, and traffic beacons by replacing bulbs, wiring, fuses, circuit breakers, ballasts, and signal head parts.
Marks out underground utilities and irrigation lines as necessary including connecting and locating lights and lines.
Performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance on equipment and structures.
Inspects newly installed electrical equipment and lighting to ensure safe and satisfactory functioning.
Operates and maintains a variety of hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, trucks, and other equipment in the performance of assigned duties.
Prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports; reads and interprets electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications.
Meets and works with contractors regarding electrical issues as necessary; responds to questions and inquires.
Observes and complies with federal, state, and local electrical codes.
Responds to electrical calls and emergencies as necessary.
Provides direction and training to lower level staff.
Provides vacation and temporary relief as needed.
Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics of electrical systems and internal components.
Principles, practices, techniques, tools, and materials used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical or electronic systems and equipment.
Principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical circuits and wiring systems.
Operating characteristics and application of electrical test equipment.
Methods and techniques of troubleshooting and calibrating electric and electronic systems and components.
Preventive and corrective maintenance techniques.
Use and maintenance of a variety of power and hand tools.
Precautions necessary for working with electricity.
Blueprint and symbol identification.
Basic 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 Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, California Electrical Code, the National Electric Code, and Cal/OSHA safety rules, regulations, and other safe work practices

Ability to:
Perform a variety of installation, repair, and maintenance duties on electrical equipment and systems.
Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and electronic malfunctions.
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.
Operate and maintain a computerized traffic control system and keep accurate and detailed records.
Handle a variety of tasks with minimum supervision.
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.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Requirements

Electrician Assistant

Education/Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in the electrical trade. Training in a formal apprentice program is desirable.

Electrician Assistant
Experience:
Three years (full-time equivalent) of responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems.

License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class C driver's license.

Supplemental Information

NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace.

All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.

All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®.

The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.

Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:

• Served in the U.S. armed forces
• Received an honorable discharge
• Did not retire from military service
• Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.

Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.

ABOUT OUR CITY

The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.

EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

The City of Escondido offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

The Benefits of Choice program offers you a range of benefits. You choose the coverage that is right for you, your family and your budget. Read this e-Guide for an overview of your options, with links to additional details and forms.

For a more detailed overview of this benefits package, please visit the Maintenance & Operations Benefit Summary.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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