Electrician-City of Akron Civil Service Exam

About the role

The position of Electrical Service Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations. This position performs work in accordance with applicable codes, safety standards, and in compliance with federal, state, local and District guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students and staff through the safe operation of equipment and according to OSHA, PERRP and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems, wiring, fixtures, and equipment as assigned.
• Use digital multimeters, oscilloscopes and diagnostic software to troubleshoot and/or calibrate electrical equipment and devices.
• Inspect and repair fire alarm systems and emergency battery backup/generator systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on electrical systems and components as directed and scheduled.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, drawings, schematics, technical manuals, etc., to install, repair, calibrate, maintain, replace, or service electric devices and systems.
• May be required to respond to emergency service calls outside of normal working hours.
• Works in conjunction with contracted services as required.
• Schedule and provide communication regarding repairs, installation, inspection, etc. as required.
• Order equipment and supplies as authorized.
• Maintain inventory records on parts and equipment as required.
• Identify, document and implement corrective action for safety concerns and/or broken equipment.
• Maintain required logs, work orders, and technical reporting as directed.
• Responsible for operation of volt meter, amp probe, oscilloscope, thermal imaging camera, laptop, diagnostic software, air/power tools, cutting torch, etc.
• May drive District-owned vehicles such as vans, trucks, bucket trucks.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of three (3) years of paid experience in commercial or industrial electrical trade at the journeyman level.
• Valid Ohio Driver's License.
• Must complete and satisfactorily pass all required Civil Service exam/testing.

Qualifications

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills, ability to develop, foster, and cultivate relationships; and
• Able to communicate instructions, ideas, directives, etc., clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of electrical theory, statutory codes, industry regulations, safety guidelines, etc.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.

Skills

• Ability to operate various electrical tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided in a separate section if they are offered.

Pay

$56,689.98 - $63,290.41 Annually

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided in a separate section if they are offered.