Electrician - Public Works - Bureau of Facilities/Maintenance Division

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government:

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is senior technical level operations service work, which may include lead worker responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes skilled trades work at the master mechanic level involving electrical repairs and maintenance. Inspects, troubleshoots, tests, installs, repairs or replaces equipment and devices.

CLASS DESCRIPTION:

This is skilled electrical work at the Master level. An employee in this class, with direction from a technical or administrative supervisor, performs complex electrical work to include training and supervising of others. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with accepted trades standards and applicable electrical codes and regulations. The work involves responsibility for repairing electrical devices of all sizes and complexity for a water and sewer utility operation, complex of government buildings, or at the Wastewater Treatment Plant facility. Contacts with others are on a routine basis, including contacts with various County personnel.Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.

Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.

Troubleshoots malfunctioning electrical circuitry, electronic control systems, and/or motor equipment, and takes corrective action.

Troubleshoots malfunctioning fire alarm control systems and take corrective actions.

Installs, repairs, and tests electrical systems, electrical shop equipment, emergency or standby generation systems, and internal electrical power distribution facilities, such as switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, control panels and conduit systems.

Plans new or modified installations and lays out work from engineering drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, or other specifications; prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment.

Makes standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring for electrical equipment.

Uses specialized measuring and testing instruments such as voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, ohmmeter, and meggers meghmmetros for such purposes as testing continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components.

Directs the work of others; may be assigned apprentice for specified time.

Tests all motor control systems, switch gears, and substation equipment.

Inspects contracted installations, and repairs to ensure operability and conformance with specifications and contract.

Maintains records and reports on materials and equipment used.

Repairs breakdowns of electrical motors, motor control centers or switch gear.

Plans new wiring systems, control circuits or alarm hookups in conjunction with existing equipment. May fabricate necessary electrical devices, and test and debug new installations.

Maintains centralized lighting control systems; replaces bulbs, ballasts, and replaces parts.

Performs overtime work and on-call work.

This position is designated as an emergency/essential position and may be required to respond in a variety of emergency situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the 12th school grade. Completion of a State of Maryland recognized apprenticeship and two (2) years work experience at the journeyman level; or seven (7) years of electrical trades experience including two (2) years at the journeyman level.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

One (1) year certificate from college or technical school; and completion of a state of Maryland recognized apprenticeship.

Thorough knowledge of standard electrical trade practices, methods, tools, instruments and equipment.

Thorough knowledge of electrical code requirements and standard electrical tests, repairs and new installations.

Ability to read engineering drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, and other specifications.

Ability to analyze electrical problems and recognize safety warnings.

Ability to install and repair all types of high-voltage electrical equipment up to 600 volts.

Basic computer navigating through a series of menus.

Problem-solving ability, and the ability to work without direct supervision.

Ability to supervise the work of lower level employees; including apprentices.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Knowledge of the occupational hazard and safety precautions applicable to buildings, grounds, and commercial maintenance work.

Electrical Safety NFPA 70 e-certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand or walk. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the elements of inclement weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The employee may be exposed to the hazardous conditions of a construction site. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position is designated as an emergency/essential position and may be required to respond in a variety of emergency situations.

The employee is responsible for using safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents. The employee is also responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to their particular job. The employee is further responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to the public, co-workers, or other county employees.

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to present information and speak effectively with customers or employees of organizations.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs and charts.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ability to apply common sense understanding; to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Possession of a valid driver's license.

Possession of a valid Master Electrician - Limited or General License issued by the State of Maryland, and maintenance of said licensing during tenure of employment, if required by work assignment.