Electrical Worker Foreman
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Electrical Worker Foreman
Salary
$70,714.00 - $72,129.00 Annually
Location
314 Coleman Young Municipal Center, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Department
Dept of Public Works
Job Number
202148738351XX
Description
Under the general supervision of the Master Electrician of Record, supervises a medium to large group of electrical workers, apprentices and others engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and wiring.
Examples of Duties
Supervises a group of electricians, apprentices and others engaged in commercial or industrial electrical work.
Plans and organizes the work.
Assigns workers and crews to jobs.
Inspects work in progress and upon completion.
Trains and instructs apprentices and others in electrical work theory and practice.
Demonstrates and advises subordinates on difficult or unusual electrical repair and installation tasks.
Diagnoses electrical equipment failures and power failures.
Evaluates employee performance and initiates or recommends disciplinary actions.
Prepares cost estimates for new electrical and repair work.
Requests and otherwise ensures that proper tools and materials are available.
Coordinates electrical work with other trades and operating personnel.
Tests and inspects materials, supplies, and equipment.
Maintains records and prepares reports on activities supervised.
Ensures duties are performed in accordance with departmental and regulatory safety procedures and standards including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or G.E.D. and completion of a United States Department of Labor Registered Electrical Apprenticeship Program.
Four (4) years of journey worker electrical experience installing electrical equipment and wiring including motors and controlling equipment, transformers, power switching equipment, lighting systems, and wiring.
Two (2) years of experience in an electrical supervisory capacity.
SUBJECTS & WEIGHTS
Interview: 70%
Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications: 30%
Total: Interview and Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications: 100%
Domicile Credit: 15 points
Veterans' Preference: 0 to 15 points
Equivalency
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of construction and methods of maintenance and repair of electrical equipment.
Knowledge of principles of electricity and electrical equipment.
Knowledge of electrical safety procedures.
Knowledge of electrical generation and medium voltage power distribution.
Knowledge of National Electric Safety Code.
Knowledge of National Electric Code.
Skill in safe and proper use of hand and electrical tools of the trade.
Skill in strength and dexterity required to perform duties of class.
Skill in understanding and following written instructions.
Skill in reading and working from blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Skill in preparing cost estimates for new work and installations.
Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and supervising the work of others.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness in handling difficult electrical maintenance problems.
Ability to tactfully deal with subordinates.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:
Valid City of Detroit, State of Michigan Electrical Journey worker License or Master Electrician License.
Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion.
Valid State of Michigan Driver License.
Employees in this class will be required to provide the tools necessary to perform the work assigned.
City Employees Benefits Summary
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
Medical
Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits after ninety-one (91) days of employment.
Dental
Eligible for dental care after sixth (6) months of employment.
Vision
Eligible for eye care after six (6)months of employment.
Life Insurance
Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan)
The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
Sick Leave
City employees accrue sick leave based on the number of regular hours worked. Full time employees earn ninety-six (96) hours of sick leave per year. You may carry over your unused sick leave. Effective July 7, 2012 maximum accumulation is 300 hours.
VACATION and LEAVE
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King's Birthday
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
Other Leave Policies
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. (In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); • An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
Advancement Opportunities
Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of
Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
Agency
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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