ELECTRICIAN

Description Of Major Job Duties

Electricians perform journeyman electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Oral or written assignments, which may be accompanied by penciled sketches or blueprints, are received from a supervisor, who checks the work in progress and/or upon completion. Electricians usually work independently following accepted trade practices.

Electricians assigned to the Bridges/Structures section frequently work with Bridge Mechanics and may indirectly supervise some employees.

• Troubleshoots and tests electrical systems and related apparatus to locate source of malfunction.
• Installs, maintains and repairs traffic signals, running and taxing lighting systems.
• Installs, maintains and repairs telephone and computer systems, fire and security alarms, electric cell door locks, television and coaxial cables.
• Performs alterations to electrical systems and equipment to meet the needs of their division.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an Electrician's Apprenticeship program or its equivalent;
• Licenses as a Journeyman electrician or as a Master Electrician from the City of Detroit or a reciprocating municipality;
• Possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License or Chauffeur License.

Must obtain a CDL "A" and "N" endorsement within the six-month probationary period. Appointees who do not obtain the endorsements will be removed from the Electrician position pursuant to the Department of Personnel/Human Resources and Department of Public Services.

Salary: $81120 per year