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Lead Electrician-Electronic Equipment Repairer

The Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM), Public Building and Electrical Maintenance Division, is seeking a Lead Electrician-Electronic Equipment Repairer in Honolulu. Under the general supervision of the Electrician-Electronic Equipment Repair Supervisor, this position:

Supervises and participates in the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems, wiring systems, equipment and appurtenances for all facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of Facility Maintenance.

Will work Monday to Friday from 6:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Will be assigned to service locations that will be subject to applicable state and federal laws in order to access the facilities.

Ensures subordinates and self adhere to applicable safety practices, rules, and procedures, and performs all duties in a safe and acceptable manner to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, and the general public.

Performs other related duties as required.

Special Work Requirements:

• May be called out to work while on off-duty status to respond to electrical emergencies.
• Employee shall provide valid after hours contact number.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Be able to work at various heights, from an electric lift, scaffolds, and/or aerial trucks.
• May be exposed to some working conditions that require the use of a respirator.
• This position will be assigned to service the Joint Traffic Management Center (JTMC) and the USN Whitmore Naval Station and is subject to applicable state and federal laws in order to access the facilities.
• JTMC: Any employee with unescorted access to secured areas and equipment related to a traffic management center requires a fingerprint-based criminal history record check as part of the pre-employment suitability in accordance with HRS 846-2.7 (b)(37).
• USN Whitmore Naval Station: Access requires a federal background check as mandated by the U.S. Navy.

Apply today! If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening, as well as future vacancies for positions with this job title.

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Experience Requirement: Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show demonstrated competence in performing the journey level skills and duties of this position.

Such experience must demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the principles and theories of electricity and electronics and experience in installing, maintaining, testing and repairing electrical/electronic equipment, systems, apparatus, and instruments;
• Knowledge of and experience with the practices, tools, equipment and materials used in the electrical and electronic trades;
• Knowledge of laws, rules and standards pertaining to electrical/electronic construction and maintenance;
• Knowledge of and ability to use testing equipment and testing procedures to maintain and repair electronic components;
• Familiarity with the hazards involved in working around energized lines and equipment and experience applying safety practices of the trades;
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, diagrams and schematics of electrical and electronic circuits for electrical wiring installations and modifications to electrical and electronic circuits;
• Ability to plan, assign and review the work of subordinates and supervise and maintain harmony in work relationships among workers;
• Ability to estimate material requirements for jobs;
• Ability to work with dexterity and handle weights and loads; and
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

License/Certificate Requirement: At the time of application:

1. Possession of a journey level electrician's license and one (1) year of work experience as a licensed electrician performing work comparable to an Electrician in the City service; OR
2. A valid supervising electrician license.

Verification Requirement: Please attach an electronic copy of your electrician's license to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your license to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.

Prior to appointment: Valid driver's license (type 3/automobile).

Prior to completion of probation:

1. City and County of Honolulu Forklift Operator's Certification Card.
2. Certificate of Medical Clearance for Respirator Use.

Note: The above licenses and certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.

Training and Experience Evaluation: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

Examination Weight: Training and Experience Evaluation...................100% Employment suitability: To determine the selectee's employment suitability for this position, the Department of Human Resources will review criminal convictions, dismissals from employment, and separations from military service under other than honorable convictions.

Fingerprinting Requirement: This position will be assigned to service the Joint Traffic Management Center (JTMC) and the USN Whitmore Naval Station. Any employee with unescorted access to secured areas and equipment within the JTMC requires a fingerprint-based criminal history record check. Access to the USN Whitmore Naval Station requires a federal background check. Therefore, the selectee will be required to be fingerprinted as part of their employment suitability review. The Department of Human Resources will review fingerprint-based state and national criminal history record information from the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.