Industrial Electrician- Environmental Services Department

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About the Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF)

The San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF) is one of the largest advanced wastewater treatment facilities in the nation and treats water from homes and businesses in the cities of San Jose, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, and unincorporated areas within Santa Clara County. The RWF servesa populationof over 1.4 million people and has the capacity to treat 167 million gallons of wastewaterper day.For more information, visit our website at

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Position Duties

Salary Range:

The salary range for this classification is:$126,213.36-$153,775.44.

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall bedeterminedby the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

Duties

The Environmental Services Department is currentlyseekingto fill multiple full-time Industrial Electrician vacancies in the Wastewater Management - Energy & Automation division. These positions arelocatedat the RWF (700 Los Esteros Road, San Jose, CA 95134). The RWF is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Day shifts are typical for these positions with scheduled hours occurring Monday through Friday. Infrequently, Industrial Electricians maybe requiredto work nights, weekends, and/or holidays if needed. Upon completion of the probation period, employees mayelectto work a flexible work schedule such as ten-hour days scheduled over four days per week or an alternative work schedule consisting of nine-hour days with one day off every other week.

Industrial Electricians perform journey-level electrical work in relation to the construction, maintenance, installation, inspection testing, repair, and alteration of electrical power generating plant machinery/equipment, substation machinery/equipment, and other electrical machinery/equipment/systems found at the RWF. In addition, these positions perform related work as needed.

Key responsibilities and typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining,operating, and adjusting electrical primary power substations ranging from 4160 to 115kv, including circuit breakers, relays, batteries, and controls.

• Testing low and high voltage electrical equipment including circuits, transformers, variable frequency drives (VFD's), high voltage switches, phase shifters, and electrical components of process control, telemetering, cathodic protection systems, and electronic equipment boards.

• Diagnosing problems anddeterminingneeded repairs or modifications.

• Installing conduit and pulling wires for motors, control panels and lighting fixtures.

• Reviewing work orders,maintainingactivity logs, preparing requisitions, and obtaining approvals for various projects.

• Designing, fabricating, and installing electrical systems and components to ensure code compliance.

• Installing wiring on electrical equipment to ensure code compliance.

• Inspecting job sites for potential hazards,determiningprecautions, and following safe and effective work procedures.

• Responding to and evaluating emergencies, taking required actions, andidentifyingthe need foradditionalimmediate support.

• Attending various meetings and acting as a liaison with contractors, vendors, and other departments.

• Purchasing electrical supplies and filling out paperwork, coordinating purchases, and choosing vendors.

• Performing other duties of a similar nature or level asrequired.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Training: High School Graduation or equivalent AND completion of an approved apprenticeship program.

Acceptable Substitutions:Successful completion of the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards electrician certification exam OR documented proof of completion of 8500 hours of both course work and experience inall ofthe areas covered in the State of California Electrician Apprenticeship Standardsmaybe substitutedfor completion of a recognized Electrician Apprenticeship program. These areas include residential wiring, commercial and industrial wiring, intercom and signals, controls, underground work, trouble shooting, finishing and fixture hanging, solid state controls, and stock and inventory.

Experience:One (1) year of post-apprenticeship experience performing duties that include a minimum 12 kV or higher voltage substation construction, equipment maintenance, control and protective system troubleshooting and maintenance in an industrial, utility, and/or manufacturing environment.

Licensing/Certification:

• Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California.

• Substation Maintenance certification meeting the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR1910.269(a)(2)(vii) is desirable.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate willpossessthe following competencies, asdemonstratedin past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies, and federal and state rules and regulations. Fundamentals of electricity and electronics including their application to the operation of high voltage substation equipment (i.e., 115kv, 4160v & 480v), electrical motorcontrols, circuit breakers, generator controls, protective relay testing & calibration, and switchgears. Ability to program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) & Variable Frequency Drives; (VFD's). Training and/or certification in any of the following: NFPA 70E; Electrical Safety for Industrial Facilities; Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's); Motor Controls; Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's); National Electrical Code, California Electrical Safety Orders, NFPA70E, and Cal OSHA. Substation Maintenance certification meeting the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269(a)(2)(vii) is desirable.

Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping othersaccomplishtasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MSWord, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.

Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing;demonstrateseffective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

Basic Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

(Needed at entry into the jobin order toperform the essential duties.)

Knowledge of:

• Fundamentals of electricity and electronics including their application to the operation of high voltage substation equipment (i.e.115kv, 4160v & 480v), electrical motor controls, circuit breakers, generator controls, protective relay testing & calibration, andswitchgears;

• National Electrical Code, California Electrical Safety Orders, NFPA70E, and CALOSHA;

• Techniques, tools, and materials of the electrical utilitytrade;

• Environmental and safety practices, procedures, and standards.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret blueprints,schematicsand electrical diagrams anddocuments;

• Install andmaintainelectrical systems andequipment;

• Direct the activities of electrical vendors, contractors and otherstaff;

• Make rough estimates of materials, supplies, and equipmentrequiredforjobs;

• Maintainaccuraterecords of time, labor,materialsand equipment for work performed and preparereports(oral and written) asnecessary;

• Drive electric carts and light duty vehiclessafely;

• Develop standard operating procedures and trainnew staffon workprocedures;

• Use communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, supervisor, thegeneral public, etc. to exchange or conveyinformation;

• Understand,followand provide oral and written instructions.

Skill to:

• Operate hand and power tools and equipment in a safemanner;

• Operate andmaintainelectric motors, transformers, generators, controls, and other electricalequipment;

• Troubleshoot electrical problems in an industrialfacility;

• Use computers and related software applications.

Desirable Qualifications

(Knowledge,skillsand abilities; licenses, certificates, education, experience that is more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)

• Ability to program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) & Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's);

• Training and/or certification in any of the following:

• NFPA 70E; Electrical Safety for Industrial Facilities; Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's); Motor Controls; Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's).

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Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and answers to the job specific questions. Those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to a written exam tentatively scheduled for TuesdaySeptember 30, 2025.An appropriate numberof the best qualified applicants with a passing score on the written exam will be invited to a practical exam tentatively scheduled forSaturday October 11, 2025.An appropriate numberof the best qualified applicants from the practical exam will be invited toparticipatein an oral interview for finalselection. Confirmation of exam/interview dates, times, and instructions will be provided in advance to candidates who are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Dates and time may be subject to change.

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Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

Please note that applications are currently not acceptedthrough CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

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