Electric Operator

Job Description:

Electric Operator

Description

Job Summary

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON

ELECTRIC OPERATOR

MONTHLY SALARY: $9,607 - $11,678

PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

FINAL FILING DEADLINE

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2025, 11:59 PM OR WHEN WE RECEIVE THE FIRST 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE VERNON PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.



This recruitment is aimed at filling a staffing need within the Electric Operations Division of Vernon Public Utilities. Electric Operators work rotating shifts, nights and weekends or a mutually agreed upon set schedule as required.

SUMMARY: Under basic supervision, operates and maintains the City's electric, bulk power, and gas systems.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs high voltage switching by operating disconnects/relays in order to isolate equipment for maintenance, field repairs, system load transfers or emergencies; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with City policies and quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Responds to emergency calls for service during power outages; inspects affected equipment; identifies a cause; protects the public by making sure no energized power lines are on the ground; performs traffic control as required.
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance of gas turbines and backup generators, substations and high voltage equipment; removes trash and weeds; inspects facilities and reports security concerns.
• Performs after hour/weekend/holiday inspections of well sites and pumping stations as necessary.
• Responds to emergency calls for service including spill response/cleanup, dead animal retrieval, broken hydrants and water quality complaints.
• Performs a variety of routine facility maintenance and repairs such as painting, carpentry, welding/fabrication, custodial and various types of construction; performs power plant and grounds maintenance duties as assigned.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
High school diploma or equivalent; AND two years of utility operations and maintenance experience.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Regulatory requirements for the operation, maintenance, and repair of gas, electric and bulk power utilities.
• Principles of electric theory, power system operations including power plant operations; fundamentals of alternating current circuits, and electrical safety policies and procedures.
• State and federal environmental protection codes and regulations; Cal OSHA regulations.
• Common hand and power tools.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

Skill in:

• Monitoring and applying control system principles rationally to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, plans, and specifications.
• Maintaining maintenance and inspection records as required by regulatory agencies.
• Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Working flexible hours or on-call schedule.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with managers, fellow employees, contractors, representatives of other utilities, suppliers and the public.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A valid California State Driver’s License is required.
Possession of a Grade II Water Distribution Certification issued by the State Water Resources Control Board is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an electric plant environment and in the field, with exposure to dangerous equipment, extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, high voltage, electrical shock and moving traffic. Works rotating shifts, nights and weekends or a mutually agreed upon set schedule as required.

SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only the promotional applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include a written examination and panel interview. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Copies of required certifications must be submitted with the application. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information.

CITY OF VERNON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Tyler Cashman, Human Resources Analyst
tcashman@cityofvernonca.gov
(323) 583-8811, ext. 312

“The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance.

Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7% as their member contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees urrently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental planand Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available.

Holiday pay : The City has 13 authorized holidays per calendar year.

Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month.

Vacation 4/10 Schedule:
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate
City offers vacation cash out.

Vacation 12-Hour Rotation Shift (DuPont Schedule):
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 9th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
15th year and more 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate (160hrs. + one week's equivalent salary on anniversary date and each anniversary date thereafter).

Sick Leave : 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period.

Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses.

Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty.

Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device.

The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org

Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$115,294.40 - $140,129.60 Annually