Electrician JOB DESCRIPTION: The incumbent, under the supervision of the SCADA and Water Pump Station Maintenance Supervisor and direction of the Chief Electrician, is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems used in the control and operation of water and wastewater equipment. The position is ensures the Utility Department’s water and wastewater treatment and conveyance systems remain operational in compliance with requirements of regulatory agencies, compliance with requirements of the Consent Decree, and in coordination with the Utility Department comprehensive strategic management plan. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned. Note: All City of Fort Smith positions require the employee to provide good customer service to both internal and external customers, maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees, and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive. Must show cooperation and respect to fellow employees and supervisors at all times. 1. Install, operate, test, maintain, troubleshoot and repair all electrical equipment and switchgear used in the water and wastewater stationary equipment departments. 2. Provide preventive maintenance of equipment, motors, controls and wiring. 3. Maintain working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and current industry standards. 4. Document and maintain records of work performed including the completion of work orders, daily logs, electrical schematics, and parts lists; observe, evaluate, assist, and document work performed by outside service repair centers; evaluate service requests and provide feedback as appropriate; and ensure operational requirements are met at all times. 5. Maintain electric systems for buildings and grounds. 6. Maintain signal lighting on water pressure tanks and reservoirs. 7. Work with contractors and vendors to assure functionality. 8. Develop and install new electrical control panels. 9. Perform related work as required or assigned. 10. Required to maintain residence within 40 minutes driving time to City Maintenance Center to limit response time for calls to service. 11. Participates in classes and/or attend conferences that are deemed necessary by the SCADA and Water Pump Station Maintenance Supervisor and/or Easement, Building & Station Maintenance Program Manager. 12. Follows City, Utility Department, and Easement, Building & Station Maintenance Program safety practices and guidelines at all times, including wearing proper personal protective/safety equipment. 13. Regular attendance and timeliness is required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: • High School diploma of GED required. • Journeymen Electrician License required for all positions. • Must hold a valid driver’s license. • Supplemented reading and writing skills as might be acquired through an Associate’s Degree or college level course work preferred. • Demonstrate ability to perform basic duties as described in Essential Duties & Responsibilities. • Obtain Arkansas Department of Health Grade III Water Distribution License within two (2) years from the date of employment. • Obtain an Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Class I Wastewater License within two (2) years from the date of employment. Preferred Certifications/Experience include but are not limited to: three (3) years’ experience as Industrial Electrician; an Aerial Lift/Man Lift License; an Arkansas Department of Health Grade IV Water Distribution License; an Arkansas Department of Health Grade I to Grade IV Water Treatment License; an Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Class II to Class IV Wastewater License; ability to perform root cause analysis on repetitive and catastrophic system failures; and demonstrate ability to install and program variable frequency drives. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret complex documents such as federal regulations, policy and procedure manuals. Ability to write complex reports and correspondence. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Ability to effectively communicate with industry representatives, employees, federal or state regulators. Ability to verbally communicate and provide excellent customer service. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, area, circumference, volume, and interpret graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to use math to compute needed statistics for compliance determination. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to understand in written, oral, or diagram form complex variables and analyze them and explain results to others. The incumbent should possess knowledge of the use of tools and equipment in the department. OFFICE PROCEDURE ABILITY: The employee should also have knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge in the use of computers using Windows based word-processing, spreadsheet, and database application software. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand, walk, talk and hear. Occasionally sit, use hands to handle objects, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color, distance and peripheral vision. Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also required. The employee must be able to climb and work at heights of up to 140 feet. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 75 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic and poisonous chemicals, caustic and corrosive chemicals, biohazardous material, explosive and flammable chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is at risk of electrical shock, radiation and vibration, and in high precarious places. The incumbent is also exposed to non-weather related wet, humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Working holidays, shifts and weekends is required. Working standby and/or callout is required. Working overtime may be required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Notice of Consent Decree Posting The City of Fort Smith, Arkansas ("City") has entered into a Consent Decree in litigation with the United States of America and the State of Arkansas ("Consent Decree"). The Consent Decree was filed on April 6, 2015, in civil action 14cv02266PKH, pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas Fort Smith Division. The Consent Decree is available for review or copying on the City's website where it may be found at www.FortSmithWater.org. Code : 20250071-1 Grade : GRADE 38 Posting Start : 05/21/2025 Posting End : 06/05/2025 SALARY RANGE: $23.17-$34.76
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See More Details >>Empowering people who build the future. $99,000.00/ average per year (includes base hourly rate plus scheduled overtime, monthly production bonus and shift premiums) BASIC FUNCTIONS: Maintains production and quality by performing a variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment for the generation, distribution or utilization of electric energy. JOB DUTIES: • Locates, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems and equipment to a component level by using a variety of tools, and measuring and testing instruments. • Work involves the following – installation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of electrical equipment such as transformers, switchboards, controllers, power distribution units, circuit breakers, motors, VFD, heating units, conduit systems, and other electrical equipment and components. • Tests and replaces lead-acid batteries for uninterrupted power systems (UPS) and other equipment. Normal work is on 480 volt or less systems and equipment, occasional closed door switching on arc safe, and metal-clad medium voltages (4.16kv, 34.5kv) equipment. Occasional closed-door switching on high voltage (161kv). Some work with 250 VDC relay logic circuits. • Uses test equipment such as multi-meters, rotation meters, micro-ohm meters (ductor), and other test equipment to diagnose and validate repairs. • Inspects and performs daily maintenance on all shop machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC Systems, PLC networks, and cranes. • Services the electrical aspect of pumps, motors, cranes, hydraulic, pneumatic systems as needed. • Work with mechanics, contractors, and apprentices to minimize plant downtime and complete tasks. • Writing basic PLC programs, setting up HMIs, maintaining automation records. • Work with and without blueprints, drawings, layouts, schematics, or other specifications in order to make repairs, and upon completion of the job, provides as-built drawings. • Participates in maintenance duties required on down days. • Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts and supplies, and communicating same to Stores/Facilitator/Planner. • Performs data entry/logs on all services provided as required. • Repairs/replaces worn items as required. • Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. • Operates mobile equipment to transfer product/material as needed while following all safety rules and regulations. • Operate overhead cranes for the purpose of maintaining and testing of the cranes, and performing maintenance functions in the area as needed while following all safety rules and regulations. • Works safely at heights and from elevated surfaces. • Assists in training coworkers as needed. • Performs daily preventative maintenance, complete record of inspections as required. • Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative techniques; monitoring compliance. • Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. • Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, establishing personal networks. • Contributes to the team by delivering results as needed/expected. • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. • Adheres to and follows environmental policies and completes environmental inspections, tasks, and training as required. Quickly responds to and resolves environmental issues. • Perform basic lubrication tasks. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Fort Smith, AR, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The average wage for electricians in Fort Smith is approximately $662 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,832. With a population percentage of electricians at 0.0039, Fort Smith offers a stable environment for aspiring electricians to enter the trade. Trade schools, local unions, and various training programs provide opportunities for aspiring electricians to find apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
