Classified Ad Title:
Plant Maintenance Electrician

Post Date
1/8/2024

Expiration Date
4/30/2024

Details:
THE ORGANIZATION
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District protects public health and the environment by leading effective wastewater and stormwater management. As the largest wastewater treatment provider in the State of Ohio, the Sewer District spans 380 square miles, serves 63 communities and one million residents, and treats 90 billion gallons of wastewater a year.

In addition to its award-winning treatment plant and laboratory performance, the Sewer Districts Project Clean Lake construction program will reduce annual Lake Erie pollution by 4 billion gallons by 2036, while its Regional Stormwater Management Program addresses widespread inter-community problems like flooding, pollution, and erosion.

THE POSITION
This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Plant Maintenance Electrician (PME) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities, and grounds. Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of Sewer District electrical and electronic systems, wiring, fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Assists in electrical work such as installing, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting, and repairing motor control centers, motor starters, controls loops, generators, high voltage substations, transformers, switchgear, and other related equipment. Assists in calibration, installing conduits, pulling wiring and minor fabrication.

- Operates Sewer District vehicles and equipment for the purpose of transporting equipment and materials.

- Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the inspection of electrical equipment.

- Assists in troubleshooting and the analysis of faulty equipment.

- Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.

- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

NEORSD, an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, recognizing the full range of human differences and similarities. Through our unwavering efforts to leverage the potential of our diversity, we continually strive to build and foster an environment that respects each individual. We encourage and promote innovation, and provide opportunities for all employees to interact, communicate, and realize the full potential of their talents.

Accessibility
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District provides services, programs, and events for all persons regardless of characteristic of a protected class. The District defines protected class to include race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related health conditions), age (40 and older), marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, political affiliation, the basis of association with an individual that falls into a protected class, and/or any other status protected under applicable law or regulation.

Accessibility Accommodations
If you need an accommodation, please make a request at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the service, program or event by contacting Jenn Elting at 216.881.6600 x6435 or via email at eltingj@neorsd.org.

Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs
We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.

NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.



Qualifications:
EDUCATION

Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

- Candidate must have the following experience to qualify for entry into the Maintenance Training Program (MTP) at the third milestone (M6000): Candidate must possess five (5) years of industrial electrical experience or related military experience and training. Successful completion of an accredited trade school in the electrical or instrumentation disciplines may be substituted for work experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

- Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District's acceptable guidelines.

- A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery Electrician or Millwright (Electrical) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Candidate must possess basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping. A working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to electrical work is required.

- Candidate must possess the ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches and diagrams.

- Candidate must have the ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, or other job-related subjects as required.

- Candidate must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

- Candidate must possess the ability to be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to compare, copy, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, and negotiate. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking and hearing. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. on an occasional basis. Exposure to quiet, loud and very loud noises is encountered in this position. Position will require visual demands of near and far acuity, depth perception, accommodation and color vision.

Exposure to extreme weather, atmospheric conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazards, vibrations and confined/restricted working environments are encountered in this position. Position required to sometimes perform confined space entry on the job. Employee must possess the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices, including not having facial hair that interferes with the facepiece-to-face seal.


Employer:
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Contact:
Andrea Harris

Work Phone:
216-390-3080

Email:
harrisandrea@neorsd.org

Website:
https://www.workforcleanwater.com/