ELECTRICIAN- OPERATIONS

ELECTRICIAN/ELECTRIC TECHNICIAN- OPERATIONS

Definition

: Under general supervision of the Division Supervisor(s), responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, modifying and testing specifications, complex electrical/electronic equipment and systems, and performing electrical inspections.

Essential Functions

: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

Tasks

*General:* Inspects electrical work. Approves or disapproves work based on electrical codes, standards and regulations. Installs, repairs and maintains motors, lighting, traffic light controls, heating and cooling units, communication lines and/or other electrical systems and components. Operates a variety of testing equipment in locating, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and electronic failures/problems. Studies plans, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements and sequences of repairs and/or installations. Uses blueprints and schematic drawings to plan sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments. Maintains records and prepares reports. Performs other duties as assigned.

*Specific duties for Operations:*Install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic devices and systems. Install, maintain, repair and calibrate telemetry systems. Install, maintain and repair traffic control system. Utilize computerized traffic light maintenance program. Operates a bucket truck. May perform electrical inspections to ensure compliance with national electric codes.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics

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• Knowledge of electronic principles and theory.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials used in electric/electronic testing, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of ca...