ELECTRICIAN FOREMAN (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) COUPE IBEW 134 COUNTYWIDE

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Department of Facilities Management’s Deputy Director, plans and supervises electrical projects and coordinates the activities of Electricians assigned to various tasks. Interprets and reviews blueprints and specifications. Determines appropriate work procedures and materials needed; assigns work to Electricians and gives instructions on procedures and completion time. Observes proper maintenance of electrical equipment and tools; assists Electricians with difficult work assignments and situations; and attends meetings with the department’s administrative staff and Project Engineers to discuss projects, anticipate problems, forecast project time tables and discuss the deployment of personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently employed with Cook County as an Electrician is required.
• Five (5) years full-time work experience as an Electrician is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge in the principles, methods, and technologies relative to electrical construction, installation and repair.
• Ability to supervise activities and review work of other Electricians.
• Thorough knowledge of city, state and local building codes as they relate to electrical projects in the Chicago Metropolitan area.
• Thorough knowledge of the functions of other trades as it would pertain to electrical construction, installation and repair.
• Ability to communicate objectively and work well with co-workers and colleagues.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports as required in conjunction with electrical projects.
• Skill in identifying electrical problems, and repairing and maintaining motors, lighting, power, control, fire alarm, high voltage and low voltage systems.
• Skill in interpreting blueprints and computing distances.

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Occasionally requires various types of physical exertion including, but not limited to climbing, lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving moderate to heavy weight.
• Moderate to extensive travel to work assignments throughout Cook County, for which the employee must provide his or her own adequate means of transportation.

Group and Voluntary Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Hourly Wage

$63.530 hourly

Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification

This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.