Facilities Electrician I - Electronics
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Summary
The King Countys Facilities Management Division (FMD) Building Operations Section (BOS) is looking to hire a career minded journey level Electricianfor our Security Electronics crew. This position will perform the full scope of journeylevel electrician work. A Washington State General Journeyman01 license is required and we are looking for someone with security knowledge and experience.
- This position will report to the North Region which includes but is not limited to locations in Downtown Seattle Redmond and Issaquah.
- This is a swing shift position: Monday Friday 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm.
- You will receive a 10 shift differential.
WHO ARE WE
Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees the FMD operates and manages the Countys capital assets by developing and maintaining costconscious sustainable highquality facilities and environments. The BOS provides custodial services maintenance and building operations as well as building security. BOS is committed to providing high quality service to effectively and efficiently support and maintain buildings and their occupants.
BOS maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services including the King County Courthouse District Courts King County Correctional Facility Children and Family Justice Center Maleng Regional Justice Center King County Administration Building King County Animal Shelter and several Public Health facilities. Our facilities range in age from 1 to 100 years with equipment such as boilers chillers DDC controls ventilation fans pumps and compressors and fire/life/safety systems.
Click here to learn more about the Facilities Management Division.
WHY WORK FOR KING COUNTY
King County was named BestinState Employer in the Forbes magazine 2019 ranking 16 on the list of best employers in Washington State visit Awards given to King County to see more! King Countys Investing in YOU initiative to build a workplace where ALL employees can thrive and become the nations Best Run Government. Enjoy a balanced life with benefits that support you!
Click here to learn why its worth taking a second look at working for King County.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE:
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations history King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices strategies and policies that promote fairness justice and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment King County has adopted a proequity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
Take this microlearning to learn more about King Countys commitment to Equity Racial & Social Justice.Job Duties
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES
Perform journey level electrical maintenance and installation tasks as assigned on Security Life Safety Systems and other low voltage related systems.
Coordinate with contractors County Trades and others when necessary.
Assist in the organization and implementation of preventative maintenance program tasks; carry out preventative maintenance plans and schedules for low voltage related work and associated components.
Appropriately and effectively utilize established computerized systems and software to communicate; document work and related issues; schedule and monitor work performance and expenditures; access workrelated information.
Assist in the development of estimates for labor and materials on proposed jobs.
Maintain inhouse Electrical parts/materials inventory levels.
Maintain as built electrical drawing sets for modified / added low voltage systems.
Assess quality and quantity performance measures within the scope of the position take corrective measures as needed to address performance issues. For issues outside the scope of responsibilities report issues to appropriate level in the chain of command.
Other duties as assigned.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:
Have experience performing the work of a journeylevel security installer / low voltage electrician and be able to work independently or with other electricians or in a composite team with other tradecrafts.
Have the ability to communicate and synthesize complex ideas and concepts effectively in multiple settings with a diverse audience.
Are customer focused in building and maintaining positive relationships with multiple stakeholders and team members.
Have journeylevel knowledge of and skills in the electrical trade.
Have a thorough knowledge of:
Methods practices materials and tools of the electrical trade.
Hazards and safety precautions necessary in the electrical trade.
National Electric Code.
Possess past professional experience in:
Using and caring for the tools machinery and equipment of the electrical trade.
Reading blueprints and schematics.
Troubleshooting methods and techniques.
Installing complete electrical systems.
Reading and interpreting instrumentation.
Repairing troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.
Technical reading and writing skills.
- Are able to use Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook. Have skill in problemsolving.
- Must also be a certified journeylevel electrician.
- Qualified candidates must possess (and maintain)a valid Washington State General JourneymanEL01 license.
- Washington State Limited Energy Electrician (EL06 license.
- City of Seattle FA1 certification.
- NICET Level I & II Fire Alarm Systems certification.
Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
- The selected applicant must possess a valid Washington State drivers license and the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.
- Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough federal and county background investigation and clearing a preemployment physical examination.
- Must also be a certified journeylevel electrician.
- This position reports to the King County Courthouse in Downtown Seattle.
- Parking will be provided in the Goat Hill Garage in Downtown Seattle.
- We are also creating a hiring list for any future positions that become available in the next 12 months.
- This is a swing shift position: Monday Friday 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm. You will receive a 10 shift differential.
- These positions are nonexempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and are therefore overtime eligible.
- Employees are paid on a biweekly schedule every other Thursday comprising a 40hour workweek; schedule and work location are to be determined.
- This position is required to be on a paid rotating standby list for nonduty days such as weekends and holidays.
- Incumbents in these positions are represented by theInternational Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 46.
- This position has been designated by department leadership as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency. Meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life property evidence environment and/or restoration of order.
WHO MAY APPLY:
This position are open to all qualified applicants.
King County Career Service employees will be considered first.
If you have any questions about this posting please reach out to Sarah McCauley at.Forbes named King County as one of Washington States best employers.
Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a differenceCome join the teamdedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.Guided by our True North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
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Employment Type
Full-Time
