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ELECTRICIAN

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES .QF THE CLASS: Works as an electrician. This work involves the performance of skilled and efficient electrical operations and the making of important installations and repairs of the trade. General instructions are received regarding what tasks to perform permitting considerable leeway for planning the details of each job. Immediate supervision will be exercised over the work of one or more helpers. Is responsible for making sure all County electric installations are in safe operating condition and comply with applicable codes. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Installs, maintains and repairs air conditioners and air handling systems and related equipment;

Installs, maintains and repairs electric lighting and heating systems;

Installs, maintains and repairs traffic control systems;

Installs, maintains and repairs motors and generators;

Installs, maintains and repairs remote reading and control systems;

Operates and maintains water pumping stations and sewage pumping stations;

Installs, operates and maintains all County electric systems;

Occasionally does painting, plumbing, carpentry or mason work;

Occasionally does mechanical and repair work on pumps, air conditioners and related machinery.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Through knowledge of the common practices, tools terminology, and accident precautions of the trade, and of the design, construction, installation, maintenance and

repair of electrical instruments, devices and equipment; ability to work with low potential, high potential, and extra high potential circuits; some knowledge of mechanical drawing; ability to work from plans, specifications, and wiring diagrams and to follow rough sketches and oral

instructions; conscientiousness; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Five years experience as an electrician.

NOTE: Completion of a two-year electrician certificated course may be substituted on a year-for-year basis toward the experience requirement.

NOTE: Documented part-time or volunteer experience will be accepted on a prorated basis.

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ONTARIO COUNTY APPLICANTS ONLY:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT: Possession of a valid New York State Operator's license at the time of appointment, and maintenance of such license throughout the tenure of employment in the position.

APPROVED BY

Department of Personnel

And Civil Service

MAY 7 1990

Georgia C. Delaney

Personnel Officer