Electrician II

Job Description:

Electrician II

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three years experience in repair, testing, maintenance or installation or electrical systems or equipment.
• One additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Appropriate licensing may be required.

Notes to Applicants

Position Overview:

TheElectrician II performs tasks in the repair, maintenance, and installation of the AUS electrical systems, to include airfield lighting, monitoring & controls. Responds to electrical emergencies and customer service request; assist with identifying and resolving electrical issues and repairs; perform preventative and remedial maintenance activities. Assists with the review and oversight of electrical work that is performed by tenants, contractors, and consultants.

TRAVEL
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

ASSESSMENT
A skills assessment will be required for this position.

ON- CALL / CALL BACK RESPONSIBILITIES
Position may require on-call or call-back responsibilities.

SHIFT INCENTIVE
Shift work includes shift differential incentives for evening and night shifts and weekends.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL
This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates on your online application.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
• Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
• Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

VETERAN
Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK
The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION EMPLOYEES
Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.

LANGUAGE
Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

OVERTIME
Overtime may be required with or without notice.

WORK HOURS
Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAY
Pay Range
$27.41 - $33.30

Hours
Core Hours:

• Sun thru Wed - 2:00pm to 1:00am
• Wed thru Sat - 2:00pm to 1:00am
• Mon thru Fri - 4:00pm to 1:00am

Hours may change depending on departmental needs.

Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.

Job Close Date 11/13/2024 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience maintaining electrical systems within an large commercial or industrial facility.
• Experience maintaining emergency generators uninterrupted power supply ( UPS ) systems or electric vehicle charging stations.
• Experience troubleshooting complex electrical systems and equipment.
• A current State of Texas Journeyman Electrical License
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Pull wire, conduit, cable, etc. Connect power cables to equipment i.e. generators, alarm systems, lighting systems, etc. Conduct on-the-job training. Assign duties and monitor task completion. Use various electrician hand tools i.e. snips, screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, etc. Operate soldering tools. Read profiles and blueprints. Measure, cut & bend wire & conduit using rulers & hand tools. Install wire, conduit, coaxial cable, etc. Install conductors. Splice electrical wiring i.e. strip insulation, twist wires together, solder, tape, apply terminal caps, etc. Operate various power saws, i.e. radial arm, skill, etc. Operate drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc. Operate electronic testing equipment.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of basic electricity.
• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures when working with energized electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of building codes applicable to level of construction.
• Knowledge of equipment tools and materials used in electrical maintenance and construction.
• Skill in the use of hand tools common to the electrical trade.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and schematics

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum requirement for the Electrician II position is: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three years experience in repair, testing, maintenance or installation of electrical systems or equipment. One additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years. Licenses and Certifications Required: Appropriate licensing may be required. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for the Electrician II?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your experience maintaining electrical systems within a large commercial or industrial facility.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience maintaining emergency generators uninterrupted power supply (UPS) systems or electric vehicle charging stations.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience troubleshooting complex electrical systems and equipment.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you currently have a Texas Journeyman Electrical License?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment

* Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)


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