Rev. 11/2023
CITY OF SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: Electric Utility Electrician (Job Code 885)
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTABLE TO FLSA STATUS
Electric Utility Various Non-Exempt
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is expected to work independently and exercise independent judgment and initiative to perform tasks. Incumbents are expected to be fully aware and follow standard operations processes and procedures. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level Electric Utility Electrician Technician which is the advanced journey level classification that performs work as a field crew leader.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; • Status of journey level electrician, including proof of certification as a journey level electrician; or proof of completion of a formal electrician apprenticeship program; or proof of completion of a formal electrician or equivalent training program; and • Experience maintaining high voltage substation equipment, power generation equipment or industrial manufacturing facilities is required.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION
None.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Journey level experience maintaining solid state traffic signal equipment
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
• Incumbents of this classification may be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties, and be available for emergency and/or pre- arranged work whenever called upon.
• Incumbents may be required to work in inclement weather. • Incumbents will be required to travel from site to site and work occasionally at a considerable height above the ground.
• Applicants appointed to this position must possess normal color vision at time of appointment.
• Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
ELECTRIC UTILITY ELECTRICIAN (JOB CODE 885)
TYPICAL DUTIES
Under general supervision:
• Performs a variety of skilled electrical work involved in construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of substations, Supervisory Control Automated Data Analysis (SCADA) systems, communication and traffic signal systems, street lighting systems, automatic water control systems, and other City Electrical facilities; • Installs, maintains and repairs alarm equipment, motors, and switchboard wires; • Maintains, tests, and repairs relays;
• Installs and maintains primary and secondary metering equipment; • Installs and maintains well starters and related automatic control equipment; • Installs and maintains electrical substation equipment such as 230 KV, 115 KV, 60 KV, and 12 KV circuit breakers, transformers, capacitor banks, air switches, control wires, and protective relays;
• Answers trouble calls concerning substation alarms and traffic signals; • Operates hydraulic aerial devices to perform work inside substations and to replace burned out street and traffic signal lights;
• Maintains, repairs and replaces traffic signal standards and associated equipment; • Troubleshoots secondary circuits of 750 volts and under; • Takes readings and keeps records of substations;
• Inspects the various areas of substations and grounds, as appropriate, to ensure its safe and efficient operation;
• Logs and reports any deficiencies, takes readings, analyzes failures, and takes corrective action to ensure plant safety and reliability;
• Performs a variety of skilled electrical and mechanical work related to the distribution and transmission of electrical power; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
• Fundamentals of electricity and electronics including their application to the operation of high voltage substations, motor control, circuits, traffic signal devices and street lighting • National Electrical Code, California Electrical Safety Orders and CAL OSHA • Techniques, tools and materials of the electrical utility trade, and skill in their use • Applicable safety preparations and first aid practices; and • Knowledge of environmental and safety practices, procedures, and standards
Ability to:
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical diagrams • Perform arithmetic calculations involving multiplication, addition, subtraction, division, decimals and fractions
• Safely drive light duty vehicles e.g. pick-up truck, bucket truck; • Train new personnel on work procedures
• Direct the activities of Utility Electrician Apprentices and other staff ELECTRIC UTILITY ELECTRICIAN (JOB CODE 885)
• Maintain accurate and precise written and computerized documents including records, forms and correspondence
• Understand and follow written instructions
• Understand, follow and provide oral instructions
• Deal tactfully and courteously with others
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; and • Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of an Electric Division Manager, Electric Program Manager, Senior Electric Utility Electrician Technician, Electric Utility Electrician Technician, or other assigned personnel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervises Electric Maintenance Workers, Electric Utility Electrician Apprentices, Electric Helper/Drivers or others as assigned.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
Established 05/2010; Rev. 09/2016; Rev. 11/2023 (Distinguishing Characteristics and Minimum Qualifications only)
Rev. 11/2023
CITY OF SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: Electric Utility Electrician (Job Code 885)
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTABLE TO FLSA STATUS
Electric Utility Various Non-Exempt
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is expected to work independently and exercise independent judgment and initiative to perform tasks. Incumbents are expected to be fully aware and follow standard operations processes and procedures. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level Electric Utility Electrician Technician which is the advanced journey level classification that performs work as a field crew leader.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; • Status of journey level electrician, including proof of certification as a journey level electrician as a journey level electrician and/; or proof of completion of a formal electrician apprenticeship; or proof of completion of a formal electrician or equivalent training program; and
• Experience maintaining high voltage substation equipment, power generation equipment or industrial manufacturing facilities is required.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION
None.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
• Proof of completion of an accredited three-year formal electrician apprenticeship program .
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Journey level experience maintaining solid state traffic signal equipment
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
• Incumbents of this classification may be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties, and be available for emergency and/or pre- arranged work whenever called upon.
• Incumbents may be required to work in inclement weather. • Incumbents will be required to travel from site to site and work occasionally at a considerable height above the ground.
• Applicants appointed to this position must possess normal color vision at time of appointment.
ELECTRIC UTILITY ELECTRICIAN (JOB CODE 885)
• Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Under general supervision:
• Performs a variety of skilled electrical work involved in construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of substations, Supervisory Control Automated Data Analysis (SCADA) systems, communication and traffic signal systems, street lighting systems, automatic water control systems, and other City Electrical facilities; • Installs, maintains and repairs alarm equipment, motors, and switchboard wires; • Maintains, tests, and repairs relays;
• Installs and maintains primary and secondary metering equipment; • Installs and maintains well starters and related automatic control equipment; • Installs and maintains electrical substation equipment such as 230 KV, 115 KV, 60 KV, and 12 KV circuit breakers, transformers, capacitor banks, air switches, control wires, and protective relays;
• Answers trouble calls concerning substation alarms and traffic signals; • Operates hydraulic aerial devices to perform work inside substations and to replace burned out street and traffic signal lights;
• Maintains, repairs and replaces traffic signal standards and associated equipment; • Troubleshoots secondary circuits of 750 volts and under; • Takes readings and keeps records of substations;
• Inspects the various areas of substations and grounds, as appropriate, to ensure its safe and efficient operation;
• Logs and reports any deficiencies, takes readings, analyzes failures, and takes corrective action to ensure plant safety and reliability;
• Performs a variety of skilled electrical and mechanical work related to the distribution and transmission of electrical power; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
• Fundamentals of electricity and electronics including their application to the operation of high voltage substations, motor control, circuits, traffic signal devices and street lighting • National Electrical Code, California Electrical Safety Orders and CAL OSHA • Techniques, tools and materials of the electrical utility trade, and skill in their use • Applicable safety preparations and first aid practices; and • Knowledge of environmental and safety practices, procedures, and standards
Ability to:
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical diagrams • Perform arithmetic calculations involving multiplication, addition, subtraction, division, ELECTRIC UTILITY ELECTRICIAN (JOB CODE 885)
decimals and fractions
• Safely drive light duty vehicles e.g. pick-up truck, bucket truck; • Train new personnel on work procedures
• Direct the activities of Utility Electrician Apprentices and other staff • Maintain accurate and precise written and computerized documents including records, forms and correspondence
• Understand and follow written instructions
• Understand, follow and provide oral instructions
• Deal tactfully and courteously with others
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; and • Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of an Electric Division Manager, Electric Program Manager, Senior Electric Utility Electrician Technician, Electric Utility Electrician Technician, or other assigned personnel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervises Electric Maintenance Workers, Electric Utility Electrician Apprentices, Electric Helper/Drivers or others as assigned.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
Established 05/2010; Rev. 09/2016; Rev. 11/2023 (Distinguishing Characteristics and Minimum Qualifications only)