Electrician

DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC

WORKS / TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DIVISION LOCATION

3505 DRIES

LANE, PEORIA, ILLINOIS HOURS

7:00 a.m.

• 3:30 p.m.
• Monday through Friday Union pay: $41.57/hr
• (Will increase $.

30 after probation)

SUMMARY:

This is skilled electrical work in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical traffic control devices, wiring in public buildings, fire circuits, boxes and street light maintenance. Involves the application of electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical skills in the field and in the shop; and emergency standby duty on a scheduled rotating basis; with some exposure to electrical, mechanical and height hazards. Work is performed under supervision and is subject to inspection upon completion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or GED supplemented by courses in electronics and solid state circuitry, three to five years experience in the skilled maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, a valid CDL Class "B" or higher driver's license within 6 months of hire required, certified with International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) within one year of hire. Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job considered.

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES

Knowledge of the principles of electricity and electrical circuits; occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions; and of standard practices, methods, tools, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic devices. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City employees. Skill in the use and care of hand and bench tools and electronic testing equipment for electro-mechanical and solid state devices.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accomodation. Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work in high precarious places, and work near moving mechanical parts. Working conditions are typically noisy.

• Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ESTABLISH RESIDENCY WITHIN PEORIA CITY LIMITS WITHIN ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT. HOWEVER, IF YOU CHOOSE TO WAIVE THAT REQUIREMENT, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN A TWENTY

(20)

MILE RADIUS OF CITY HALL AND GIVE UP 2

%

OF YOUR BASE PAY FOR FIVE

(5) YEARS.