Industrial Electrician 2

Please contact Tisha Dougherty, tdougherty@pacareerlinkphl.org, for instructions for applying for this position.

This is skilled industrial electrician work at the advanced performance level in one of the Citys wastwater processing plants, water pumping stations, at the Airport or at the Deparment of Public Property.  Employees are responsible for the alteration, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical switchgear, equipment, a and fixtures at a large and dicersified industrial plant complex or at the Airport.  The class is distinguished from other electrician classe3s by the on-going repair and maintenance or high voltage primary and peripheral equipment within a large city owned industrial complex typified by component systems and equipment.  Work assignments are carried out in accordance with instructions.  Work in the Airport requires the application of FAA commercial aircraft, awareness of hazards inherent in an airport environment and terminal electric equipment for proper operation of the Airport.  Employees are supervised by an Industrial Electrician Group leader, maintenance supervisor or superior.

ABOUT THE POSITION
This is skilled electrician work at the full performance level in one of the Citys water or wastewater processing plants, water pumping stations, a Public Property facility or at the Airport. Employees are responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of 13.2KV primary distribution equipment and the alteration, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical switchgear, equipment, and fixtures. The class is distinguished from other electrician classes by the on-going repair and maintenance of high voltage primary distribution equipment. Work in the Airport requires the application of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations to repair and maintain electrical equipment used to guide commercial aircraft and awareness of hazards inherent in an airport environment. Work in the Water Department and the Department of Public Property requires the application of safety standards to repair and maintain specialized equipment, which may be operated by digital and/or electronic instrumentation. Positions located in the Water department are also involved in the repair of equipment necessary for the proper operation of the plant. Work assignments are carried out in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), standard electrical practices, and general work instructions. Employees are supervised by an Industrial Electrician Group Leader or by a maintenance supervisor.

Union CodeM. AFSCME D.C.33FLSA CodeNon-ExemptApplication Procedures

Temporary hiring bonus — New employees to the City hired from open-competitive eligible lists are eligible for 15% of base salary as hiring bonus. 10% within a few weeks of hire and 5% after 12 months of satisfactory full-time employment. Employees must meet all requirements of Civil Service Regulation 31.88 to receive the bonus.

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
 

1. You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.
 

2. Notification of application approval, disapproval, and testing dates will be sent within the three-week period prior to November 13, 2024. Applicants are responsible for regularly checking their email and providing any additional information requested or application status appeals within the two-week period listed in the notice.
 

3. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this ob opportunity is
 

April Graham

City of Philadelphia — Office of Human Resources

1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675

Phone: 215-686-2342

Fax: 215-686-0861

Email: april.graham@phila.gov

4. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
 

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Training, Education & Experience

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.

1. EDUCATION:
Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

2. GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Two years of full performance level experience in the electrical trade including one year of experience in the installation or repair of electrical systems utilizing switchgear and relays powered by at least 440 volts.

AND

3. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:
One year of experience performing such work on high-voltage primary distribution equipment of at least 13.2KV in a large industrial or City facility.

CLASSES THAT TYPICALLY MEET THE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CLASS ARE:

• Electrician 2 (7K02)
• Prison Maintenance Group Leader 2 (Electrical) (7Q39)

Physical & Medical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

Required Licenses & Certifications

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operators license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment in the Industrial Electrician class if required by work assignment.

Possession of a valid electrical contractors license issued by the Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections at the time of appointment, if required by work assignment.
Positions in the Airport must be able to pass and maintain SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) and AOA (Airfield Operations Area) clearance.

Other Requirements

TRANSCRIPT, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and all required licenses, registrations, or certifications at the time of application. Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.

Candidates MUST submit a copy of their license, registration, or certification.

If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document