ELECTRICIAN

JOB Basic FunctionUnder moderate supervision, performs skilled electrical construction, installation, and maintenance tasks on a variety of electrical systems and equipment.Recruitment Timelines: Multiple choice exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 8, 2025; Performance Exams the week of September 15, 2025 and interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 22, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Manages facilities electrical systems projects from inception to completionInstalls and maintains a wide range of electrical apparatus, including control boards, electric motors, and yard lighting systemsPerforms preventive and remedial maintenance on electrical systems in bus servicing and shop equipmentInstalls and maintains power distribution systems, including transformers for voltages up to 4800 volts, distribution panels, lighting, and service outletsUses test instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, megger, voltmeter, and other basic tools of the electrical tradeDevelops and works from electrical specifications, schematic diagrams, and construction blueprintsOperates a variety of vehicles including truck equipment with bucket liftsMust comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye, and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when requiredContributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried outMay be required to perform other related jobs duties SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)Methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures of the electrical tradeFederal, state, and local electrical codesDesign, construction, installation, and maintenance of electrical equipment and systemsVehicle operations and safetyApplicable business software applicationsSkill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipmentTroubleshooting and correcting electrical problems or issuesReading and understanding wiring diagrams and schematicsAbility to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)Safely operate a variety of hand tools and power equipmentFollow oral and written instructionsWork at heights up to 60 feetTravel to offsite locationsRead, write, speak, and understand EnglishStandBend or twist at the neck, waist and/or kneesIntermittently sit, stand, stoopPush and/or pullLift or carry 50 lbs. or lessReach by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any directionUse equipment requiring high hand and finger dexteritySafely use sharp objects and toolsOperate foot pedalsFeel to perceive an object(s) size, shape, temperature or texture by means of senses in your skinSpecial Conditions The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Working ConditionsWork on elevated surfaces or below ground levelWork on slippery or uneven surfacesWork in awkward or confining/enclosed spacesWork in darkness or with poor lightingExposure to radiant or electrical energy (e.g., ionizing radiation, overhead catenary or contact rail power distribution, etc.)Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidityHigh dust, dirt, and/or grease environmentHigh noise environmentWork with regular exposure to odors or fumesWork with vibrating equipmentExposure to moving machinery and/or vehiclesExtensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gearPhysical Effort RequiredWalking (distance 5' to 100')Crawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or kneelingBending or twisting at the neck, waist and/or kneesHeavy lifting or carrying 51 lbs. or more with assistanceClimbing (e.g., ladders, scaffolds, stairs, poles, into vehicles, etc.)Balancing to prevent falling or erratic movementDriving and/or operating heavy equipmentGood distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distancesColor recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.)(OM)