Treatment Plant Electrician and Instrumentation Technician I/II

Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community? If you answered YES, come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan. People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks.

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The City of Sparks is currently seeking to hire one (1) Treatment Plant Electrician and Instrumentation Technician in the Treatment Plant Division of the Community Services Department. 

If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Civil Service Testing:

The Civil Service Examination for this position will be a written exam conducted in-person at the City of Sparks' City Hall Building, located at 431 Prater Way, Sparks, NV on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Please note that this is the only date currently scheduled for testing, additional dates may be considered depending on department availability and need. If you have questions about testing, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. Qualified applicants will be notified of testing specifics, including time and meeting room.

For this exam, the testing agency has provided a source list for candidates to prepare. Please see below for preparation material information: 

• Herman, (2010). Delmar’s Standard Textbook of Electricity, 5th edition. Cengage Learning.
  
• Herman. (2015) Delmar’s Standard Textbook of Electricity, 6th Edition. Cengage Learning.
  
• National Fire Protection Association. (2017) NFPA 70: National Electrical Code.
  
• National Fire Protection Association. (2018). NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

If you are unable to purchase the preparation materials, please note that Human Resources has limited access and can provide in-person access on a first come first served basis. Materials and staff time are limited. To secure a study time, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us as soon as possible. Usage of testing preparation materials from the City of Sparks is only allowed through Human Resources Office. Therefore, materials cannot be checked out and must be reviewed in-person.

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, perform skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation such as found in a major wastewater treatment plant.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Treatment Plant Electrician Instrumentation Technician series.

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
DESCRIPTION
Perform highly skilled installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems, equipment and instrumentation found in a major wastewater treatment plant. Successful performance of the work requires not only journey-level electrician skills but a specialized knowledge of plant equipment and controls.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the experienced class in the Treatment Plant Electrician & Instrumentation Technician

Qualifications

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications to continue in the recruitment process:

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I 
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of electrical and electronics/instrumentation installation and maintenance work in which two (2) years of experience in plant electrical/electronic/instrumentation maintenance work at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Treatment Plant Electrician I.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.

Examples of Essential Duties

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN I 
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
 
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation work.
 
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; perform troubleshooting and diagnostic work on a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; and perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
 
Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance. 
 
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
 
Perform other duties which may be assigned.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electrical, electronic and instrumentation trades
• Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work 
• Knowledge of safety precautions for working around hazardous chemicals and equipment 
• Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work 
• Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits 
• Knowledge of electronic control and instrumentation systems and real time computer applications 
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision, within guidelines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Ability to train others in work procedures

Physical Demands:
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools. Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus.
 
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION

• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• This position reports to a Crew Supervisor
• Supervision exercised: May provide training and work direction to employees on a project or day to day basis 
• Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus  
• Required to be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends and holiday shifts 
• Required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation

TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICIAN & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN II
Inspect, install, maintain, repair, test and calibrate electrical circuits, motors, pumps, generators, transformers, relays, other plant electrical equipment, facilities and varied electronic information and control instrumentation and systems. Use or develop a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment and apparatus.
 
Install and/or work with or inspect the work of contractors installing plant equipment and systems. Modify electrical, electronic and instrumentation systems to meet operational needs. Operate and maintain of a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment common to plant electrical, electronic, instrumentation, electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work.
 
Perform basic maintenance and adjustment to real time computer control systems and software; troubleshoot, calibrate, diagnose, and repair a variety of plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment and systems; perform scheduled preventive maintenance as required. Work on high voltage electrical circuits, electronic information and control systems and other specialized installations including a variety of instrumentation.
 
Design complex electrical systems. Build and install electrical infrastructure. Make or modify as-built drawings of electrical, electronic and instrumentation installation. Make estimates of labor, materials, equipment and supplies required to perform and complete specific assignments. Order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment performance.
 
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, plans and specifications. Make accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare accurate records of work performed.
 
Perform other duties which may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the electronic and instrumentation trades
• Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work 
• Knowledge of safety precautions for working around hazardous chemicals and equipment 
• Knowledge of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the work 
• Knowledge of AC/DC theory and control circuits 
• Knowledge of electronic control and instrumentation systems and real time computer applications 
• Knowledge of hazardous environment for electrical systems per NEC/NFPA standards
• Knowledge of high voltage troubleshooting and switching
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision, within guidelines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Ability to maintain and manage own schedule effectively
• Ability to arrange multiple projects effectively to be completed within expected deadlines
• Ability to have direct and tough conversations with contractors regarding expectations
• Ability to train others in work procedures

Physical Demands:
Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment.  Duties require sufficient vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform assigned duties and sufficient strength and stamina to climb stairways and ladders, to walk and stand for extended periods of time and to maneuver equipment and tools.
 
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION

• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• This position reports to a Crew Supervisor
• Supervision exercised: May provide training and work direction to employees on a project or day to day basis 
• Must be willing to work with exposure to chemicals used in the wastewater treatment process and be willing to wear and work in self-contained breathing apparatus  
• Required to be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends and holiday shifts 
• Required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation

Application and Recruitment Information

Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant.

Recruitment Communication:
Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.

Reasonable Accommodation:
Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.

Disclaimer:
The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order.
 
Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position. 

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