Electrician I

Baltimore County

Towson

Description

Pay Schedule II, Grade 19, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities, Pumping Division.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Examples of Duties

Under the guidance of an Electrician II, performs electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work.

  • Installs, tests, and replaces components of electrical circuitry and internal power distribution systems including conduit, wiring, connections, receptacles, breakers, panels, and switches.
  • Assists in the testing, repair, and replacement of electrical generators, transformers, and uninterrupted power systems.
  • Assists in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrically operated equipment and appliances including heating, air conditioning, pumping, and solid state control systems.
  • Assists in the installation, testing, and repair of door bells, buzzers, fire alarm and security systems, thermostats, lighting fixtures, and communications systems.
  • Uses tools and equipment of the electrical trade.
  • Reads blueprints, plans, and schematic drawings.
  • Follows safety procedures and electrical codes.

Examples of Other Duties

  • May drive an automobile or light truck to transport workers, tools, or materials between job sites.
  • May lead or instruct lesser skilled workers.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Two years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair.

Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of tools and equipment. Some duties require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as high voltage electricity and adverse weather. Some duties may require travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

Do you have a current Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT card)?

  • Yes
  • No

02

How many years' experience do you have in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair?

  • I have two or more years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair
  • I have more than one years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair, but less than two years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair
  • I have less than one years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair
  • I have no experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair

03

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, provide a brief description of your duties, your job title, the name of the employer for whom you do or did perform this work, and state the beginning and ending dates of your experience, using a month/year format. If you answered "no", type N/A in the space below.

04

Have you had any training related to electrical installation, maintenance, or repair you would like to substitute for the required experience?

  • Yes
  • No

05

If you selected "Yes" to the previous question, please describe below any related training that you would like to substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. If you are not substituting training for the required experience, enter "N/A" in the space provided.

06

Do you have commercial electrical experience which includes preventative maintenance, motor controls, generators and troubleshooting?

  • Yes
  • No

07

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

08

Do you have work experience assisting in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrically operated equipment and appliances? Select all that apply.

  • Heating
  • Air Conditioning
  • Pumps
  • Solid state control systems
  • Fire Alarm systems
  • Security systems
  • I do not have experience with any of the above equipment or systems.

09

Work within this classification requires mandatory overtime and call-back for all types of weather or other emergencies that could occur on weekends and holidays. Refusal to report to work when required will result in termination of employment. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

  • Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
  • No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore understand I will not be further considered for this position.

10

Persons appointed to this classification may work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays if required. Persons in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment? If you answer NO, your application will not be considered further.

  • Yes
  • No

11

Some duties of this position require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as high voltage electricity and adverse weather. Some duties may require travel between work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question