Electrician



Electrician

Salary

$58,531.20 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time Regular (FR)

Job Number

22-00500

Department

Metropolitan Detention Center

Cost Center

Facilities (450502)

Opening Date

04/23/2024

Closing Date

5/16/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

Closing Date

Posted until Filled.

Bernalillo County

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits.  Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. 

Position Summary & Duties Responsible

$28.70Hour (Upon completion of probation)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, plan layout, install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and controls equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Plan new or modified installations consistent with standard specifications and local electrical codes.  To minimize waste of material, remove unreliable wiring and provides access for future maintenance.
  2. Prepare sketches designating location of wiring, fixtures, and equipment, and read diagrams or blueprints to ensure that all electrical installations and removals are consistent with the Uniform Electrical Code.
  3. Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduits using proper hand or power tools.
  4. Connect wiring from electrical fixtures to main source.
  5. Test continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components.
  6. Make certain that all work orders are completed satisfactorily.
  7. Examine and repair faulty electrical system or equipment.
  8. Determine the amount of work and material required on a work assignment, and submit project schedules as required.
  9. Inform the department head of any complications, changes, or adjustments on work assignments.

*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. High school diploma or GED, plus five (5) years experience working in the area of duties mentioned above.   JE-98 journeyman electrical license from the State of New Mexico required.
  2. Knowledge of accepted principles and practices of electrical systems, electricity and electrical equipment.
  3. Ability to exercise judgment, evaluate a problem area, and to use initiative in reaching a solution.
  4. Ability to communicate well with others.
  5. Ability to carry out the safety rules and policies established by the department.
  6. Ability to communicate in both oral and written English.

Supplemental Information

Screening and Compliance

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  1. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
  2. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  3. Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid NM driver’s license while employed in this position.
  4. Employee must have a thorough knowledge and use of the tools and equipment required of the trade.
  5. Employee must possess a journeyman electrical license from the State of New Mexico.

Working Conditions
  1. Duties are performed indoors, estimated at 50%.
  2. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while working outdoors 50% of the time.
  3. Outdoor surfaces include natural ground, concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, or decks.
  4. Work hazards or potential work hazards include the exposure to dangerous situations involving high voltage, adverse weather conditions and other mechanical hazards, hazards associated with working at heights.
  5. Worker is exposed to snow, wind, possible lightening, and extreme cold and heat.
  6. Worker is exposed to high voltage during inspections, safety checks, maintenance, and repair when the wire must remain “hot.”  Worker must follow safety procedures while working on “hot” wires.
  7. Work may include those of a correctional facility environment with exposure to noise and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.

Equipment, Toosl and Materials
  1. Employee handles writing utensils, various paperwork, files and reports in the documentation of work.
  2. Employee operates a County vehicle.
  3. Employee utilizes various hand tools, voltmeter, ohmmeter, and other test instruments.
  4. Employee handles ladders, scaffolds, drills, hand tools, pipe benders, saws, fish tape and fuse pullers, cherry picker, aerial lift truck, tommy lift truck.
  5. Employee operates two-way radio, utilizes beeper, and safety equipment, including glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, back support belts, vests, fire extinguishers, first aid kits and electrical gloves.

Equal Opportunity Employer

COUNTY OF BERNALILLO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Health Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
  Supplemental: 
Life Insurance
Aflac
Deferred Compensation
Pre-Paid Legal
Flexible Spending Account
Long/Short Term Disability
  Fringe Benefits: 
Retirement Plan
Holiday Leave
Personal Holiday Leave
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
Employee Assistance Plan

For additional benefit information go to:

01
I understand that I must attach transcripts if I have certified that I have an education higher than a High School Diploma or GED, which include the date and type of degree awarded, institution name, applicant name and is in a format that cannot be modified (edited). PLEASE NOTE: Attachments are NOT automatically attached to your application. You will need to select which documents to attach to each application. I understand that my response to the experience question will be verified. I have included my related work experience in the Work Experience Section of my application. I understand that my application will not be further considered if I fail to provide this required information and documentation at the time my application is submitted.
  • I understand
02
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
  • No High School Diploma or GED
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Non/degree accredited hours (some college)
  • Associates degree
  • Bachelors degree
  • Masters degree
  • Ph.D. / PsyD / Ed.D. / M.D. / D.O. / Doctorate
03
How many years of (Type of work experience) experience do you have? If you worked a part-time position (less than 40 hours a week) please be aware that your experience for this time period will be pro-rated. Additionally, if you have work experience that overlaps, you will only be credited for a maximum of 40 hours per week for that time period. Please note, that only related work experience will be considered.
  • No experience
  • 1 to less than 6 months
  • 6 to less than 12 months
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 or more years
04
I understand that the position I am applying for requires certifications/training classes and that I must attach copies of my license/course completion cerfiticates at the time of application in order for my application to be further considered. I understand that if I don't attach a copy of my license/ certification my application will no longer be considered for this position.
  • I understand
05
Do you possess a JE-98 journeyman electrical license from the State of New Mexico?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you're a Veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces or you are currently serving in the National Guard, you may be eligible for veterans' preference. To verify your service, attach your DD214 or your official statement showing you are a current member of the National Guard to your application. These documents must be attached to your application at the time you apply, to be eligible for veterans' preference.
  • I am a United States Veteran and I understand that in order to receive veteran preference I must attach the appropriate documentation.
  • Not applicable, I am not a United States Veteran.
07
Is your spouse currently Active Duty Military or is a United States Veteran who has been discharged or released from active duty from the Armed Forces or is your spouse currently serving in the National Guard? (Spouses of Veterans/National Guard Member MUST ATTACH the appropriate documentation at the time of application to qualify for interview preference). You MUST ATTACH your active military identification card OR a copy of your spouse's DD 214 Form (Long Form) as well as your marriage license. If your spouse is a National Guard member you MUST ATTACH their official statement from the applicable branch of the Armed Forces showing that they are a current member of the National Guard, or a NGB 22 form as well as your marriage license at the time of application.
  • I am the spouse of a United States Veteran/ Active Duty Military and I understand that in order to receive veteran/ active duty military preference I must attach the appropriate documentation.
  • Not applicable, I am not the spouse of a United States Veteran/ Active Duty Military.

Required Question

Agency
County of Bernalillo
Address
415 Silver Avenue SW

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102
Phone
(505) 448-4482