1 RESOLUTION NO. 22-29,332
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BURBANK APPROVING THE REVISION OF THE TITLE
AND SPECIFICATION FOR THE CL ASSIFICATION OF
POWER SYSTEM OPERATOR I TO POWER SYSTEM
OPERATOR TRAINEE
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK RESOLVES:
1. The Position Classification, adopted by Resolution No. 9240 on the 16th day of June, 1953, as amended, is further amended by revising the specification of Power System Operator I as set forth in Exhibit "A”.
2. Pursuant to Burbank Municipal Code Section 2-1-502(e), this classification is exempt from the Civil Service System.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 26th day of July, 2022.
_s/Jess A. Talamantes_________
Jess A. Talamantes
Mayor
Approved as to Form:
Attest: Office of the City Attorney
_s/Zizette Mullins_______________ By: _s/Joseph H. McDougall____ Zizette Mullins, MMC, City Clerk Joseph H. McDougall City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF BURBANK )
I, Zizette Mullins, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Burbank, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted by a vote of the Council of the City of Burbank at it s regular meeting held on the 26th day of July , 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: Schultz, Springer, Anthony and Talamantes.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Frutos.
_s/Zizette Mullins_______________
Zizette Mullins, MMC, City Clerk
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2 Exhibit A
Resolution for the Classification of Power System Operator I
CITY OF BURBANK
POWER SYSTEM OPERATOR TRAINEE
DEFINITION
Under supervision, to perform station switching operations on an assigned shift, check operational readiness of station equipment, and maintain station equipment; and perform related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Makes checks of electric substations throughout the City; checks oil equipment levels, oil temperature, load and voltage conditions, voltage regulator tap positions, ; checks for oil leaks and other equipment anomalies; takes pressure readings of gas bottles; s may perform minor equipment maintenance; switches energized equipment , including circuit breakers, switches, and disconnects in preparation for work to be performed by various maintenance crews; may perform emergency switching when immediat e action is indicated; reports substation conditions to Power Sys tem Operator (PSO) and restores station to workable operation as directed by the PSO; ensures switching instructions are complete and accurate by reviewing, editing, and writing switching instructions; drives on City business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Standards:
• Knowledge of – procedures, methods, and equipment used in the inspection and operation of a power substation; functions, capacities, and general conditions of performance of electrical equipment found in substations including switching equipment and other devices; typical municipal electric sub- transmission and distribution systems; fundamentals of electricity as related to power systems; spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Skill in – operating modern computers and related software.
• Ability to – follow instructions indicating how to safely switch circuits and take equipment in and out of operation while maintaining continuous electrical service; think and act quickly and calmly while working under pressure; fully understand the effects of switching on the Burbank Water and Power (BWP) electric sub-transmission and distribution system; perform minor maintenance; read and understand single line schematics; review and edit exis ting switching procedures; create new switching procedures; maintain accurate records and reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
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3 Special Conditions & Requirements: Positions allocated to this classification are in a training capacity for PSO positions. Maximum time for completion of the training program is 18 months. Power System Operator Trainee may be terminated from employ ment at any time during the training period. Successful completion of the training program will qualify an individual to take the PSO examination. After the 18-month training period, the Power System Operator Trainee becomes Civil Service non-exempt, except they may be terminated if they do not take and pass the PSO examination prior to the end of the 18- month training period, or when the position becomes vacant.
Education &Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Special Conditions & Requirements: Employees in this classification will be required to comply with specified auditory acuity and color vision standards as set by the department throughout the course of employment. COLOR VISION: Keen color perception.
License & Cer tificates: A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent is required at time of appointment; and a valid North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) certification as a NERC Certified System Operator within 6 months of appointment. All required licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
None.