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Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
ELECTRICIAN
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Electrician vacancies within OC Public Works. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT)
OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works (OCPW) provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works’ guiding principles are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.
OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Fleet Services; OC Facilities Design & Construction; OC Facilities Maintenance; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.
OC FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
OC Facilities Maintenance ensures the efficient and innovative operation of County facilities through maintenance management services, after-hours emergency support, building automation, and utility management.
For more information on OC Public Works, click here.
For more information on the County of Orange, click here .
THE OPPORTUNITY
OCPW has an exciting opportunity for experienced Electricians. The Agency is seeking an experienced journey-level Electricianwho will be troubleshooting, repairing, installing, upgrading, fixing, and maintaining electrical instruments at the facilities, systems, control devices, electrical equipment, and operating with voltage levels of up to and including 4,160 volts. The Electrician works under general supervision and performs other journey-level electrical work as assigned. As the County of Orange’s electrical infrastructure is a mixture of old and new, the Electrician must be comfortable working on a variety of electrical systems in various states of repair, from brand new modern buildings to decades-old buildings.
This position works a 9/80 work schedule, which means an early start to the work day and every other Friday as a regular day off.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will demonstrate four (4) or more years of experience as a commercial electrician in non-residential settings such as airports, recreation facilities, government agencies, businesses and retail establishments, offices, restaurants, commercial constructions sites, banks, schools and hospitals; as well as operating with voltage levels of up to and including 4,160 volts, and working with a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to receive work orders and record documentation of completed tasks.
LICENSE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must possess, obtain, and maintain the following licenses:- A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher
- A valid State of California Electrical License/Certificate or C-10 Electrical Contractor License
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the complete classification description for Electrician, including the physical & mental requirements, and environmental & working conditions
In addition to the desirable qualifications, the ideal candidate must possess extensive experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge- Performing maintenance and repairs on constant current regulators, their associated monitoring systems, on building electrical distribution systems, lift stations, security systems, and fire protection systems, etc.
- Installing, testing, calibrating, and maintaining complex control systems, analyzers, electrical switchgear, distribution equipment, and safety interlocks
- Working with emergency generators, including gas and diesel, parallel operations, bus transfer, and switchgear such as Russ Electric, Onan, and Asco
- Utilizing motor control of 5 to 200 horsepower, various types of starters are used on 480-volt three-phase, types of overloa,d and variable speed controls
- Understanding State and local laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations pertaining to all aspects of electrical wiring systems and equipment installation and maintenance
- Ability to install conduit and related fittings for new or extending circuits
- Knowledge of Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Performing building and safety codes, and understanding of safety regulations
- Maintaining compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electric Code
- Complying with health and safety standards and building codes
- Knowledge of safe and proper use of the hand and electrical tools of the trade
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
- Working positively and effectively to resolve issues and develop collaboration within internal team settings as well as with County of Orange agencies, contractors, and internal/external stakeholders
- Representing the organization effectively and communicating articulately, while demonstrating organizational integrity
- Maintaining cooperative relationships and dealing tactfully within and across organizational lines
- Delivering technical and conceptual information clearly and articulately, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all applications and supplemental responses for the minimum qualifications. After the initial screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step of the selection process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Proctored Online Exam | Multiple-choice Test (Refer/ Non-refer): Applicants whose work experience appear to best meet the needs of the department will be invited to participate in a proctored online exam covering job-related items. Only applicants who receive the highest score on the assessment will be moved on to the next assessment step. This exam must be attended in-person.
Performance Exam| Performance Test (Weighted 100%): Applicants will be evaluated based on practical job exercises designed to assess each applicant’s qualifications for the job. Only the most successful applicants will be placed on the eligible list.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, Human Resource Services will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rose Nguyen at 714-667-9699 or by email at Rose.Nguyen@ocpw.ocgov.com .
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 12/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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