Electrical Power Technician

Position Information The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented, and technically competent Electrical Power Technician (EPT) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant, a 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, continuous operation facility that treats 24 million gallons of wastewater each day from residences and businesses.

Specific duties include: * Performing predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical data, blueprints, factory specifications and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); * Performing necessary maintenance, corrective repair and/or reconditioning of equipment; * Analyzing system failures or conditions to determine root cause or potential for breakdown; * Evaluating problems or work assignments to determine scope of project, to set priorities, to project resource needs and to plan follow-up activities; * Leading projects including documenting work and maintaining records; * Coordinating work with other agencies or contractors; * Assisting in the training of staff; and * Evaluating complex electrical industrial systems and equipment in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and at remote lift stations to identify maintenance needs and to establish project plans for design, predictive, corrective, or preventive action.

The full performance Electrical Power Technician II (EPT II) is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex industrial electrical equipment and systems in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) and the Water and Sewer Lift Stations.

Working in the field, at the input-output level, diagnosing and resolving complex electrical problems on a wide variety of rotating, moving and heavy equipment including medium voltage (600V and 4160V) distribution centers, motor control centers, three-phase motors, control panels, alarms, sump pumps, variable speed motor controllers, pumps, generators, presses, conveyor belts, lighting system and underground cable.

Additionally, the employee performs diagnostic work up to the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and the Digital Control System (DCS). Selection Criteria Minimum: This position may be filled at the EPT I or EPT II level.

Electrical Power Technician I * High school diploma/equivalent; * Successful completion of the County's technical in-house training program; * Three (3) years of experience assisting with performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; and * One (1) year in an industrial setting with medium voltage 480V to 4160V systems.

Electrical Power Technician II * High school diploma/equivalent; * Five (5) years of experience independently performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance; and * Three (3) years' experience in an industrial setting with medium voltage 480V to 4160V systems; * Must possess a NEC Master's Electrician License; and * Must possess a Confined Space Entry certification.

Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement.

A year of directly-related technical school training beyond the high school level, completion of an applicable apprenticeship program or a college degree in Electrical Engineering or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following: * Experience in an industrial electrical control environment which includes assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electrical controls; * Experience with, and/or knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) programming; and/or * Familiarity with fluid dynamics and hydraulics, OSHA mandates and other federal, state, and local codes relevant to operations.

Special Requirements 1) Electrical Power Technician I must have the ability to obtain Journeyman Electrical License within three (3) years of hire date, including participation and successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program, and the ability to obtain a Confined Space Entry certification within one (1) year of hire date.

2) Electrical Power Technician II requires a valid driver's license, a NEC Master's Electrician License and Confined Space Entry certification, and successful completion of the County's in-house technical training program.

3) Both levels require the ability to pass a respirator fit test and work in confined spaces.

4) Both levels require the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

5) Applicants must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver license.

The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or they must provide, a copy of official driving record.

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

6) Work is performed in an industrial environment and involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, strong odors, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, lifting light to heavy objects and equipment, and working in confined spaces.

Additional Information The pay ranges listed on this announcement are effective June 30, 2024.

Work hours: 5:30a.m.

- 2:00p.m., Monday through Friday, some overtime will be required; must be available for holdover and/or callback in emergency situations.

The official title of this position is Electrical Power Technician I/II.

Employees hired as an Electrical Power Technician I, Trainee level, will remain a Trainee for no more than three (3) years until they obtain the required Journeyman Electrical License.

Employees hired with a Journeyman Electrical License can be hired as EPT I.

The EPT I may advance to the EPT II level after completing the EPT training program, meeting all minimum qualifications of the EPT II, and demonstrating the ability to proficiently and independently perform advanced duties.

Permanent status with the County is not obtained until successful completion of training and certification requirements for the positions, followed by a 12-month probationary period.

All employees must complete all stated requirements within the specified timeframes, or they will be subject to separation from County employment.

This position is part of a two-level Electrical Power Technician I/II Multi-Grade pay band which includes Grades T25 and T28 (Grade T22 for trainee), EPT I, and EPT II level work.

Experience will be evaluated by the Department of Environmental Services and the supervisor will talk with each new employee about how the competencies can be achieved, both through training and experience on the job.

Salary ranges: EPT I (Trainee): $64,812.80 - $98,924.80 EPT I: $70,158.40 - $107,057.60 EPT II: $75,524.80 - $115,377.60 The salary range listed at the top of this announcement is for entry level for EPT I Trainee, up to maximum at EPT II full performance level.

Please complete each section of the application.

A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application.

Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required for this position.

Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

#LI-Onsite Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone or visit the Human Resources Department.

Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system.

Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process.

Please call the ADA Coordinator at (voice) or email . Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time). More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: Permanent, Full-Time Appointments All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement.

The following benefits are available: Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly.

Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service.

Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly.

Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered.

Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays.

Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.

Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage.

The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents.

The County also contributes to the HSA.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees.

The benefit is one times annual salary.

Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.

Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County.

You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan.

General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay.

The County also contributes to this plan.

Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.

For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit.

New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay.

A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.

Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.

Permanent, Part-Time Appointments: Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.

Limited Term Appointments: Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.

Temporary Regular Appointments: Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above.

They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments: Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits.

Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.

01 Please select if you possess any of the following: Select all that apply.

* NEC Master's Electrician License * NEC Journeyman's Electrician License * Confined Space Entry Certification * Valid Driver's License * None of the above 02 How much experience do you have assisting with performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance?

* Less than 1 year * 1 to less than 2 years * 2 to less than 3 years * 3 years or more * None 03 How much experience do you have in an industrial setting with medium voltage 600V to 4160V systems?

* Less than 1 year * 1 year or more * None 04 How much experience do you have independently performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance?

* Less than 1 year * 1 to less than 2 years * 2 to less than 3 years * 3 to less than 4 years * 4 to less than 5 years * 5 years or more * None 05 Select if you have experience with any of the following: Please ensure the detail of this experience is reflected in your application.

* Current injection test sets * Motor analyzer * Meg ohm meter * VFD's * PLC's * None of the above 06 If not clearly detailed on your application, use the space below to describe your experience performing electrical preventive and corrective maintenance in an industrial setting/environment.

Please include the name of employer(s) listed on your applications where you gained this experience.

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