Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of East Tennessee

job Dec 05 2011

Electrical Technician

KUB--KNOXVILLE UTILITIES BOARD

KUB EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Electrical Technician- Extended

Vacancy # 11082
Posting Date: 11/21/2011
Pay Plan: Operations
Closing Date: 12/19/2011
Pay Grade: 4, 6
Position Type: Regular/Full-Time
Pay Range: $30,000.00 - $57,400.00
Job Classification: Plant Technician
Department: 083 Plant Operations
Work Location: 4505 Middlebrook Pike
Work Schedule: 40+ hours / week: M - F

Work Description: Performs process monitoring, process control adjustments, maintenance and electrical repairs of all
mechanical equipment located in the water or wastewater treatment plants and KUB facilities. Inspects, adjusts, and/or repairs
equipment and plant processes to ensure the water and wastewater plants meet all applicable criteria and/or stays within accepted
parameters established by federal and state regulations. Responsible for taking pro-active steps to prevent and resolve any process or
equipment failures in a timely manner. Conducts and/or attends advanced training sessions on equipment repair and process
methodology and demonstrates the ability to perform work at a high skill level. Responds to all types of emergencies – performing
troubleshooting and restoration responsibilities. Requires ability to function effectively and remain calm under emergency situations.
Documents work using department software. Follows safety policies and standard operations procedures of KUB. Follows safe work
practices and work rules. Possesses interpersonal skills necessary to work in a diverse multi-team environment. Attends training
sessions and learns plant operation processes and equipment repair methods. Responsible for documenting work and reporting
equipment and process failures. Completes assigned jobs and projects at all of the water and wastewater plants within the department
and other facilities as assigned. May also perform similar duties at KUB remote facilities. Able to work various work schedules, including
rotating shifts.

Note: For more specific information regarding this position, please contact Human Resources.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school education or equivalent
• One (1) year experience or training in the maintenance or operations of water and wastewater plant processes or other
relevant combination of education and experience
• Demonstrates a strong aptitude for problem solving (i.e., electrical/mechanical ability)
• Must have training using equipment, tools, instruments, etc., necessary to perform work required under this Classification.
• Experience and training in either the water and/or wastewater industry and/or industrial plant setting in
electrical/electronic/mechanical and/or operations of hydraulic or pneumatic systems equipment and plant processes
• Valid Tennessee driver's license
Physical Demands: Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and work where conditions are cramped and head space is limited. Must be able to
work on structures up to 150 feet high. Requires above normal visual and mental alertness quite frequently. Must be able to climb steps and work from
ladders.

Note: The physical demands described above are intended to relate the approximate physical demands of the classification. Physical demands for a
specific position within this classification may vary and/ or exceed those demands described above. Additional information regarding specific positions is
available in Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications
• Three (3) or more years experience in operation and maintenance of treatment plant equipment
• Strong electrical experience including but not limited to experience with PLC’s, VFD’s, voltages/amperages ranging from 4-20
milliamps to 69k, fiber optic cable terminations, installation of conduits and circuits, installation and calibration of numerous
instruments, ultrasonic level indicators, open channel flow meters, magnetic flow meters, turbidimeters, suspended solids
meters, chlorine analyzers, high voltage generators and various other plant electrical equipment
• Electrical certification
• Grade III or IV water / wastewater license
• Strong teamwork, flexibility and leadership skills
• Basic computer skills and data entry ability
Selection Process
(Subject to change)

Phase 1 Submit online application
Phase 2 Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 Background investigation
Phase 6 Physical assessment and/or drug screen

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

NOTES
Only candidates submitting a completed KUB application and completing each component of the selection process will be considered
for KUB positions. KUB does not accept unsolicited applications; completed applications are only considered for advertised vacancies.
Please no third party inquiries. Due to the volume of applications and resumes we receive, only applicants invited to interview will be
contacted.

Applicants should apply on all positions of interest. KUB reserves the right to consider applications for additional vacancies in the same
classification within 120 days of the original posting, after which time, applicants must reapply to be considered for any openings.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide correct and updated contact information to KUB during the active period of the application.

If KUB is unable to contact the applicant because the information on the application is no longer correct, the application will be considered
inactive and the applicant no longer eligible for employment.
For more specific information regarding this position, please contact Human Resources.

Knoxville Utilities Board, Human Resources Department, 4505 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville,TN 37921-5530
Employment Opportunity Line: (865) 558-2420, Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD): (865) 558-2688

KNOXVILLE UTILITIES BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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