Electrical Technician II

Electrical Technician II

Salary

$29.71 - $37.91 Hourly

Location

965 Dayton Ave., Springfield, OH

Job Type

A.F.S.C.M.E. Local Union (Full-time)

Job Number

2500421

Department

Service

Division

Waste Water Treatment

Opening Date

09/26/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Job Description

This is highly skilled electrical, electronic, and precision instrument maintenance work on treatment plant facilities and equipment.

Work involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electronic equipment and precision instruments at the treatment plant wellfields, lift stations, pump stations and elevated tanks, including micro-computers and mainframe computers and electronic control systems and peripheral equipment. Work also involves performing electrical component and equipment repair and maintenance. Work may also involve training a Technician I or maintenance electrician in the techniques of electronic repair and maintenance, and serving as group leader on instrument maintenance jobs. Work is performed with technical independence and judgment under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Assistant Superintendent. Work is reviewed through written and oral reports and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties

Any one position may not include all of the specific duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties that may be performed.

• Assists in maintaining and making necessary repairs to microcomputers and microcomputer control systems and peripheral devices.
• Assists in making the necessary repairs to the treatment plant mainframe computer and associated multiplex unites tothe circuit board level. Replaces inoperative circuit boards and runs periodic updates on the data disk tape.
• Maintains, repairs and adjusts valve controllers, chemical analyzers, temperature meters, chart recorders, level indicators, chlorine detectors, process control analyzers, chemical feed and other related process control equipment.
• Installs, inspects, and services transmitters, receivers, probes, signal telemetry equipment and all related systems that are components of treatment plant facilities instrumentation.
• Installs, inspects and maintains electrical systems for lighting, motor control, HVAC, and process control.
• Diagnoses and makes necessary repairs to pumps, blowers, motors of up to 700 HP on either AC or DC current.
• Tests motors for insulations resistance, amperage, and speed.
• Installs or replaces all types of electrical conduit and wire, breaker panels, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and related equipment.
• Maintains records and makes reports of parts, work performed and materials used.
• Performs related maintenance work as required and may perform work of higher job classifications as required.
• Performs all related work as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school, vocational school, or GED supplemented by successful completion of an electrical apprenticeship program, or equivalent on-the-job training, and supplemented by coursework or training in an electronic equipment repair and maintenance; considerable experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment, including experience in the repair and maintenance of electronic equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed.

Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio drivers license and meet and maintain insurability under the Citys insurance plan.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of hand and machine tools used for electrical and electronic maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of the symbols and markings used in detailed electrical and electronics system diagrams thus permitting them to be read with proficiency.
• Considerable knowledge of 3 phase electrical wiring.
• Good knowledge of the installation and maintenance of equipment operating at 4160, 440, 220, 110, and lower voltages.
• Good knowledge of motor controls, telemetering systems and electrical motors ranging from 1/4 HP to 700 HP.
• Considerable knowledge of safety procedures used in electrical and electronic installation and maintenance activities.
• Considerable knowledge of electrical theory and the National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of digital and analog relays.
• Ability to diagnose electronic equipment and computer circuit boards for proper operation.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, operation and maintenance manuals, drawings, wiring and control diagrams for structures and related equipment.
• Ability to identify electrical, electronic and instrumentation malfunctions and determine how they can be corrected and prevented.
• Ability to be called out at times other than regular working hours to respond to emergency conditions.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to prepare written reports.
• Skill in the use of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade.
• Ability to think clearly and perform all necessary tasks under stress and emergency conditions.
• Ability to ascend and descend vertical ladders.
• Ability to work at heights above 50 feet such as water tanks.
• Ability to enter manholes or access hatches 24 inches in diameter.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (ex. valve and meter pits, vaults, manholes, catch basins, trenches, lift stations, sewers, wet wells, tunnels and digester).
• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions such as water, wastewater and mud.
• Ability to lead and supervise maintenance workers.
• Ability to work with supervision in formulating and carrying out programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers and other plant personnel.

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, which includes prescription coverage. Single and family coverage is available. The City health care plan is a high deductible healthcare plan. You will become eligible for medical insurance on the first of the month following your start date, or on your start date if you start on the first of the month.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT

Each year the City deposits 75% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name if you participate in the annual wellness screening. If you choose not to participate in the wellness screening, the City will deposit 50%.

DENTAL

The City pays half of the full premium up to a maximum of $30 per month for dental.

LIFE INSURANCE

The City pays 100% of the premium for term life insurance to all active permanent, full-time employees. Hourly employees receive $15,000 of coverage; salaried, professional, and management employees receive $50,000.

RETIREMENT PENSION

The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS). The employee's share is 10% of their gross salary.

RETIREMENT SAVINGS

You have the option to enroll in a voluntary retirement savings plan, such as a 457(b) deferred compensation plan or Roth IRA.

VACATION

New full-time employees receive 80 hours of vacation upon hire. Following six months of service, you receive an additional 24 hours. At one year of service, you accumulate vacation at a rate of 0.0769 per hour, or 20 days per year.

SICK LEAVE

All employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 0.0575 hours per hour, or approximately 15 days per year.

PERSONAL LEAVE

After six months of service, you receive two personal days, or 16 hours, per year.

HOLIDAYS

The City observes 13 holidays per year.

FITNESS CENTER

You have 24/7 access to a fitness center located in City Hall. The center includes a variety of commercial equipment including cardio and resistance machines and free weights.

EXPERIENCE PAY

Experience Pay will start after 5 years of service, which grants additional compensation to employees who have completed five or more years of total service with the City.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

All permanent full-time employees are eligible to participate in the Citys Tuition Reimbursement plan, provided they have at least one year of continuous service with the City and it is subject to policy terms and conditions.

Employer City of Springfield, Ohio

Department Service Address 2100 Lagonda Ave.

Springfield, Ohio, 45503

Phone 937-324-7318

Website https://springfieldohio.gov/