Electrician I

This position is responsible for maintaining all electrical systems throughout the airfield, terminal and various properties owned by the airport. 

Union Affiliation: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) 
Pay Grade 15: $28.65 - $31.92 Hourly 
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

• Maintain airfield lighting distribution equipment and ensure all lighting is in proper working order, in accordance with FAA regulations, per Federal regulation standards.
• Inspect, check, repair and perform preventative maintenance on the following airport facility systems; airfield, terminal, parking garage, electrical vault, maintenance equipment garage, power systems, high voltage runway and taxiway lighting, navigational aids, computerized runway sensor and weather station system, computerized lighting systems, generator back-up systems, computerized heating and air conditioning systems, fire alarm systems, sound systems, clock systems, airfield access security s systems, baggage belts, auto doors, overhead doors. 
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment. 
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements. 
• Advises contractors and maintenance workers of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components. 
• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved. 
• Maintains Airport-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment. 
• Troubleshoot equipment and systems. Repair equipment owned by tenants. 
• Assists in estimating, ordering and installing special electrical systems on construction projects for the airport or tenants. 
• Schedule preventative maintenance and acquire required materials and labor. Maintain preventative maintenance records and filing system. 
• Participate in planning stages of new airport projects concerning electrical systems. 
• Provide information to contractors regarding airfield and building electrical systems. 
• Provide dig safe for all airport property to ensure prevention of interruption of existing underground systems. Identify and repair all broken lines during construction projects. 
• Perform quality control measures on contracted terminal and airfield construction projects. 
• Ensure that all construction projects follow National Electrical Code standards and job specifications. 
• Inventory necessary equipment and supplies.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed. 
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting. 
• Assists other maintenance and/or other technical level employees. 
• Performs other duties as required. 
• Might perform airfield snow removal by operating snow removal equipment as assigned. 

• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 3 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required. 
• Ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas required. 
• Must possess and maintain Vermont State Journeyman License required. 
• Must possess Vermont State driver’s License. 
• Preferred valid CDL Class B. 
• Working knowledge of airfield lighting systems and ability to read and interpret blue prints preferred 
• Familiarity with computers preferred. 
• Strong communication skills required. 
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes. 
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting. 
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required. 
• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary. 
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required. 
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work. 
• Must be highly safety conscious. 
• Exposed to high voltage electricity. 
• Ability to prioritize and multitask required. 
• Heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Knowledge of heating and air conditioning preferred.

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

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