Distribution Electrician Crew Leader (For Austin Energy Employees Only)

Job Description:

Distribution Electrician Crew Leader (For Austin Energy Employees Only)

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus six years of directly related Utility electrical experience, including two years as a journeyman electrician.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Licensed for the operation of commercial vehicles in the state of Texas within 120 days of employment.
• To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Notes to Applicants
This position is responsible for leadership within AE’s Smart Grid Operations distribution construction/maintenance work group. The DE Crew Leader provides knowledge of AE’s safety policies, COA personnel policies, as well as AE’s distribution construction standards and work practices. The DE Crew Leader oversees the development of field personnel and is directly involved with AE’s internal and external customers. This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs.

Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Commercial Driver’s License:

This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one within 120 days of employment. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Job offer may be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test and thereafter, comply with Department of Transportation, Federal Regulations and the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Drug and Alcohol Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

The position requires adherence to all DOT regulations and City of Austin Personnel Policies.

Work Schedule:

• This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin.
• Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends
• Shifts may change according to departmental needs.
• Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.

Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Schedule may vary based on departmental needs.
Job Close Date 12/26/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis Drive, Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience being designated as the “Employee in Charge” for construction and maintenance projects.
• Experience locating and utilizing ISO (International Organization for Standardization) forms.
• Experience with Austin Energy utility design and construction standards pertaining to electrical utility construction and maintenance activities.
• Experience referencing and interpreting policies and procedures located within Austin Energy’s Safety and Risk Management Manual.
• Experience working with utility management programs such as Advanced Distribution Management System ( ADMS )/Field Client, Integrated Tools for Operation (iTOA), Maximo, and Smartsheet.
• Knowledge of Minimum Approach Distances ( MAD ), Personal Protective Devices ( PPD ), and Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE )
• Experience in working with SCADA (Supervisory control and data acquisition) devices utilized in medium voltage distribution system.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Plan, organize, schedule and lead crews in completion of assigned work orders, including making task assignments, checking materials ready, performing quality inspections, preparing switching requests, preparation of as built markups and other tasks as needed. Communicate with customers to explain purpose of activities that impact services. Monitor task completion for personnel assigned to leader. Train others to apply sound electrical maintenance and construction techniques in High, Medium and Low voltage electrical distribution systems as well as low voltage process and control systems. Interpret, explain and enforce City policies, procedures, electrical codes, specifications and ordinances. Perform quality inspections. Communicate with supervisor regarding work order planning and status or other issues as needed. Monitor compliance and communicate safety issues to personnel assigned to leader. Perform repair, installation, and maintenance as required operating all tools and equipment necessary. Assist Supervisor as required with performance reviews and evaluations of personnel assigned to the leader. Perform emergency electric system restoration as necessary. Complete paperwork associated with leading crews. Assist in Driver’s Vehicle Condition reports. Assist in completing Collision, Property, or Incident Investigations. Conduct detailed tailboard meetings with crew as needed to ensure awareness of conditions, hazards, and specifics of work to be performed.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for leading utility crews and training other Utility Electricians (minimum of 3 employees, including the crew leader).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures when working with energized electrical systems.
• Knowledge of Utility design and construction standards
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Knowledge of City of Austin policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of national electric code and local codes and amendments.
• Knowledge of local environment requirements for construction and maintenance activities
• Skill in estimating time, material and labor for job assigned
• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps, and written specifications
• Ability to use electrical related hand tools, power tools, and hydraulic benders.
• Ability to demonstrate and use electrical related test equipment.
• Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet
• Ability to communicate effectively to subordinates, management and customers
• Ability to work in field conditions, temperature extremes, and in all types of weather conditions.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications of this position are graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus six years of directly related Utility electrical experience, including two years as a journeyman electrician. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you currently an Austin Energy Employee?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License and/or endorsements within 120 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your experience being designated as the "Employee in Charge" for construction and maintenance projects.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience locating and using ISO forms, tail-boards, and clearance requests.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with Austin Energy utility design and construction standards pertaining to electrical utility construction and maintenance activities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience referencing and interpreting policies and procedures located within Austin Energy’s Safety and Risk Management Manual.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with utility management programs such as Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)/Field Client, Integrated Tools for Operation (iTOA), Maximo, and Smartsheet.
(Open Ended Question)
* In concise detail, describe your knowledge of Minimum Approach Distances (MAD), Personal Protective Devices (PPD), and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) devices utilized in medium voltage distribution systems.
(Open Ended Question)


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