Electrician - DPW

About the role

The Electrician position is a part of the Department of Public Works (DPW). DPW provides direct services to the City of Racine residents by maintaining various pieces of infrastructure around the City. The Electricians are very important to the City of Racine. They perform installation, repair and troubleshooting of electrical control systems and equipment all around the City of Racine including, but not limited to; maintaining street lights and signalized intersections.

Responsibilities

- Installs and repairs electrical fixtures, traffic signals, street lighting equipment, control panels, timers and assorted electrical equipment including electronic controls. - Maintains electrical systems for City bridges and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Works. - Plans new or modified installations to minimize power problems and provide consistency with specifications and local electrical codes. - Conducts various repair and replacement duties utilizing blueprints and electrical drawings. - Connect power cables to equipment, lighting fixtures, and electrical motors. - Tests continuity of circuitry to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standardized instruments. - Troubleshoots problem areas utilizing electrical knowledge and experience to repair faulty equipment or systems.

Requirements

Must be able to work in all outside weather conditions. Must be able to work on stepladders, extension ladders and aerial trucks. Must be able to work in areas of high voltage gear and equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Master or Journeyman electrician status with five years of progressive installation and repair experience required. Valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within a three-month period. Must live within thirty minutes of any point within the City of Racine to respond to on-call duty.

Skills

Knowledge of the methods and modern practices involved in installing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of power sources, equipment and, electrical accessories. Ability to logically solve problems of moderate difficulty with a minimum of supervision and direction. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, exercise good judgment, courtesy and tact when dealing with the general public and others. Ability to operate and work from an aerial truck.

Benefits

We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range.