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Facilities Electrician

Salary

$20.28 Hourly

Location

Las Cruces, NM

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

J048 08-23 MD

Department

Facilities

Opening Date

08/17/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Nature of Work

Performs skilled trades work in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of electrical systems and components, burglar/fire alarms, CCTV and access control systems.

Work Situation Factors

Position requires a two- week on-call rotational schedule; occasional work beyond normal business hours. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policy. Release of Information Form (49 CFR Part 40) required.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, traffic situations and electrical hazards.

Physical Factors

Position requires heavy lifting and carrying up to 125 pounds; pulling electrical conduit and wiring; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching above shoulder height and climbing a lift truck and ladders.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Full-time, regular, non-exempt, union represented position.

This position is graded at BC11.

First review of applications will be on 09/05/2023, with periodic reviews thereafter.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, tests, troubleshoots and repairs electronic components, electrical systems and electrical equipment.

• Designs, fabricates and installs electrical systems and components; ensures code compliance in installing and maintaining electrical equipment.

• Performs lighting maintenance and repairs to all buildings, ball fields, parks and parking lots; performs new installation of lighting fixtures of both interior and exterior of buildings and facilities.

• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical distribution equipment, emergency lighting, emergency backup generators and related equipment.

• Installs motor controllers, service equipment, low and high voltage systems and complete electrical systems for new construction projects.

• Installs fire/burglar alarm systems, access control systems, ADA door operators and CCTV systems; performs programming on alarm and access control systems.

• Excavates trenches for fiber optic and electrical wire underground projects; performs the installation of setting forms for the installation of light pole bases; performs locates of underground facilities regarding electrical, telephone and fiber optic wire and cabling.

• Responds to emergencies including evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed immediately.

• Completes work orders; maintains activity logs; makes material and supply purchases; tracks inventory.

• Oversees, directs, and trains workers.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to a high school diploma PLUS four years of experience in commercial electrical trades is required. A combination of education, training and experience may be applied in accordance with City policy. Completion of an apprenticeship in basic electrical practices is preferred.

State of New Mexico Journeyman Electrician license (EE-98J) required. Valid driver's license required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy. Selected candidate must obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods, materials and tools used in the maintenance, installation, repair and modification of electrical systems; applicable codes and requirements; National Electrical Code/New Mexico State Electrical Code; Fire Safety Code and ADA requirements.

Ability to:Perform algebraic calculations; maintain written records; read and interpret technical and operational manuals, blueprints and schematics; establish and maintain effective working relationships; distinguish colors.

Skills in:The safe use of hand and power tools and equipment and motorized vehicles.

To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces,

Click here (http://www.las-cruces.org/207/Employee-Benefits)

01

Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)

• Yes

• No

  02

  Position requires at least a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)

• Yes

• No

  03

  Position requires at least four (4) years of experience in commercial electrical trades. Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)

• Yes

• No

  04

  Position requires a valid driver's license. Do you meet this minimum requirement?

• Yes

• No

  05

  If you answered "yes" to Question #4 above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions and endorsements, and the state that issued the license.

  06

  Position requires a valid State of New Mexico Journeyman Electrician license (EE-98J). Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the license/certification section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)

• Yes

• No

  07

  I understand and accept that if my response is "YES" to the question above, I agree to provide proof of the required license if recommended for the position.

• Yes

• No

  08

  Position requires that you obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Las Cruces

Address

P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004

Phone

575-528-3100575-528-3100

Website

http://www.lascruces.gov

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