• Job Description

  Req#: 4292421
  Are you an accomplished, journey level Electrician looking for your next fulfilling role? Then look no further!
  
  The City of Seattle is seeking a journey level Electrician to join our team of highly skilled electricians in with whom you can learn and broaden your skill set, share your knowledge and expertise, and work together to provide high level facility support and customer service to City departments.
  
  The position reports to the Electrical Crew Chief within the Facilities Operations Division, which manages and operates approximately 100 buildings, including City Hall, the Justice Center, fire and police stations, and many other government and community facilities.
  
  The City of Seattle's Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) is the backbone of the City of Seattle and a dynamic organization (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) of 450+ employees that provides $375 million a year in services to the City through an exciting portfolio of lines of business. FAS is a collaborative workplace with collective accountability to promote equity, respect, civility, integrity, inclusiveness and fairness (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) for all employees.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical equipment and control systems.
  • Install lighting fixtures, power outlets, and control devices.
  • Run conduit and pull wire for new and existing electrical installations.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance service on electrical equipment, including generators, automatic transfer switches, and UPS systems.
  • Review blueprints, electrical schematics, and electrical equipment specifications.
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  • Completion of an accepted four-year apprenticeship training program; and
  • Journey-level electrician status (or an equivalent combination of education and/or training and/or experience)
  • Current, valid Washington State driver's license.
  Desired Qualifications:
  
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting motors, controls, and lighting systems.
  • Experience using personal computers.
  • Highly motivated and able to work both independently and as a team member.
  • Ability to communicate facts and ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, with a variety of vendors and City personnel.
  • Experience in thermography using infrared cameras.
  • Please submit valid/Current Washington State Journey Electrical License (EL-01).
  Work Environment/Physical Demands:
  
  • Works occasionally with electrically energized lines when power cannot be disconnected.
  • Works at heights with ladders, boom trucks or on catwalks.
  • Ability to stand, walk, crawl, or bend for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to work at heights on ladders, lifts, and in confined spaces.
  • May require handling or working with toxic and/or hazardous substances.
  • Ability to work overhead for extended periods of time.
  • May require lifting and handling of electrical materials.
  For optimal consideration, please include a cover letter and resume with your application.
  We encourage you to use your cover letter to discuss why you want to do this work and how you meet the qualifications for the position. Your resume should summarize the talent, experience, knowledge, and skills you bring to this work.
  
  Who may apply: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience.
  
  The full salary range for this position is $ 44.61 - $48.25 per hour.
  
  There will be several steps for this process including a written test and an interview process for those who are selected.
  
  Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and the completion of a background check and a pre-employment physical exam.
  
  Workplace Environment:
  All FAS positions require onsite work. Alternative Work Arrangements and hybrid telework schedules for work conducted in a normal office environment may be considered and will be based on operational needs and consistency with FAS policies.
  Why work at the City of Seattle?
  The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures.
  
  The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

• About the company

  The Seattle City Attorney is a non-partisan elected official in Seattle, Washington whose job is to "prosecute people for misdemeanor offenses, defend the city against lawsuits and gives legal advice to the city".

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