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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - December 16, 1987 (46)CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 16, 1987 MODIFIED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS APPROVED FOR CERTAIN CLASSES IN THE ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPARTMENT The City Council approved modified class specifications for certain classes in the Electric Utility Department. CC -34 Council was apprised that the specifications had been prepared by management in the Electric Utility Department and reviewed by representatives of I.B.E.W. C0 vC1 C0MMUN1CA1_0N IM -:?HE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING DATE N0. FROM: THE CITY MANAGER`S OFFICE December lb. I987 SUBJECT: APPROVE MODIFIED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR CERTAIN CLASSES IN THE ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPARTMENT PREPARED BY: Assistant City Manager RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council approve the attached specifications for certain classes in the Electric Utility Department. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: From time to time we evaluate the content of. Job specifications. We usually do this before we begin recruiting for vacancies. We will begin a new recruitment for Line Foreman, Lineman and Electrical Technician. The changes in specifications primarily are for clarification purposes only and are nothing substantive. The specifications were prepared by management in the Electric Utility Department and reviewed by representatives of I.B.E.W. Council is respectfully requested to approve the attached specifications. Respectfully submitted, rJerr. GlennC�ssstant City Manager JLG:br Attachments TXTA.07A C UNC29I Cite of Lodi ELECTRIC LINE FOREMP_N DEFINITION Decez ber 19r Under general direction, super -vises and performs skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of overread and underground electric distribution and transmission lines; and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The class of Electric Line Foreman is distinguished from the next lower class of Electric Linemzn in that it is a supervisory level position and is directly responsible for the action and performance of the entire crew. The Electric Line Foreman is expected to possess thorough technical and working knowledge of con- struction and maintenance procedures utilized on electric distribution and trans- mission systems including components, devices and functions as well as rules, regulations and safety practices. This position is subject to emergency call back for after-hours work. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Electric Utility Superintendent. Exercises direct supervision over Electric Linemen and others, as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Supervises, directs and participates in all the duties of Electric Lineman. In addition, he plans the work of the crew, conducts tailboard briefings, makes arrangements for material, maintains all records such as material and time, arranges for clearances, verifies switching programs, promotes safety practices and maintains good housekeeping, for example, general cleanliness of worksite, vehicles and equipment and assures that proper tools are available and in working order. He trains and instructs linemen in new methods and procedures and assures that City and Department policies are implemented. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Methods, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines; Principles of electrical theory as applied to power systems; Transformer and other equipment connections for various applications; Applicable electrical codes and regula'tions, such as State electrical safety orders (e.g. G.O. 95 & 128); Electric Line Forman (continued) Knowledge of: (continued) Necessary precautions in working nigh voltage lines; Fundamental safety regulations, first aid and methods of applying resusitation; Thorough knowledge and understanding of the City's construction specifications. Ability to: Climb poles and use aerial buckets in confined areas among energized overhead lines and equipment at a considerable distance above ground; Work with energized underground 15-kv materials and methods; Work proficiently !vith hot line tools (i.e. sticks) under energizcc conditions on both i5-kv overhead and underground systems; Supervise the work of others; Meet the public end establish cooperative working relationships; Keep time and material records; Read and interpret plans and written instructions. Experience Possession of Journeyman Lineman status granted through the I.B.E.W. or equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years experience in this status and Journeyman Lineman classification. Education: Completion of high school or its equivalent. LICENSE Possession of a v,lid driver's license issued from the California Department of Motor Cehicles. _i`Y o, Lodi December 1'-- ELECTRIC LINE*1AN DEF1XITION L7nder direction, performs skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERIST_CS This is a journey level class position. Positions in this class perform skilled tasks under supervision, but may work independently. The position is subject to emergency call back and participates in a rotational standby duty for after-hours service calls. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives supervision from the Electric Line Foreman or from other supervisors as conditions require. May occasionally supervise other Electric Linemen when in an upgraded status. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Constructs and maintains overhead and underground distribution circuits, subtransmission circuits and sub- stations; installs and connects equipment on lines such as transformers, switches, cutouts, capacitors, lightning arresters, streetlights, etc.; installs poles, anchors, crossarms, insulators and strings wire; installs vaults, conduits and pills conductor; terminates cable systems on poles, transformers, switching equip- ment and in vaults and installs distribution substation equipment such as trans- formers, circuit breakers, disconnects, buswork, etc. Runs new services from poles or service boxes to customer facilities; connects and disconnects services; troubleshoots and tests individual customer services. Reconstructs existing over head and underground distribution lines; performs testing, phasing and energizati4. of new and recons'7ucted circuits. Performs maintenance functions such as inspections, pole testing, resagging, cleaning of vaults and enclosures and necessary repairs and corrections. Trims trees to clear wires. Diagnoses, locates and clears trouble on primary and secondary overhead and underground lines and streetlighting systems. Maintains good housekeeping on the job, around the yard and on the vehicles. Participates in switching operations of the system and obtains loading data for system studies. Performs many of the above functions on energized lines, utilizing appropriate hot line tools. Maintains tools and equip- ment in clean and workable condition and assures that all tools from the tool room are returned after each use. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Methods, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines; City o. Lodi Electric Lineman. (continued) Knowledge of: (continued) Principles of eltetrical theory as applied to power systems; Transformer connections for various applications; Applicable electrical codes such as State electrical safety orders (e.g. G.O. 95 & 128); Necessary precautions to be taken in working high iyoltsge lines - Fundamental safety regulations, first aid and methods of applvirg resusitation. Ability to. Climb poles and use aerial buckets in confined areas among energized overhead lines and equipment at a considerable distance above ground; Work with energized underground 15-kv materials and methods; Work proficiently with hot line tools, i.e. sticks under energized conditions on both 15-kv overhead and underground systems. Experience: Possession of Journeyman Lineman status obtained as follows: Three and one-half (3.�) years training/experience in line work and successful completion of the journeyman lineman examination administered by the I.B.E.W. or equivalent; or Minimum five (5) years experience in line work and successful petitioning for journeymaL lineman status with I.B.E.W.; or Certification from California -Nevada Joint Apprenticeship Committee that applicant has passed the apprenticeship and examination for Journeyman lineman; or Possession of journeyman lineman status granted by the I.B.E.W, r' or equivalent. Education: Completion of high school or its equivalent. LICENSE f Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Cite of Lodi December 1987 ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN DEFINITION Under direction, specializes in high-voltage substation work, including switching, equipment maintenance and calibration; also performs skilled work in electrical construction, maintenance and troubleshooting of mj-Lcipal facilities, such as electric generating and distribution equipment, water and wastewater utility apparatus, telemetering equipment, traffic signals, streetlights as well as building equipment and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 7ni.s is an advanced journey level class position. Positions in th'_s class differ from the Electrician class in that they perform a wider range of skilled tasks with limited direct supervision. This class also participates in a rotational standby duty for after hours call back to monitor a generating station and is subject to emergency call 3uts. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Senior Electrical Technician or from other supervisors as assigned. Performs the supervisory duties of the Senior Electrical Technician during his/her absei:ce. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Installs, tests, repairs and calibrates protective relays, compensators, indicating and recording instruments, transducers, supervisory and telemeterirg equipment, including solid state equipment, components and printed circuit boards; calibrates amp and volt meters against standards; performs periodic relay trip testing; tests and restores insulating oil in high-voltage equipment; installs, services, tests and repairs transformers, motors, motor controls, automatic switchgear, auxiliary generating equipment, air conditioning units, alarm systems, control boards, traffic signals, streetlights, etc; performs periodic substation inspections and maintenance work or, high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, switches and ;. voltage regulators, etc.; maintains water, wastewater facility equipment and st-rm pumping facilities; answers emergency calls during and outside of normal working hours, evaluates City emergency problems, performs troubleshooting of electrical equipment; generally works independently in determining source of problems and waking emergency repairs; communicates with and instructs electricians q` and other technicians, as necessary. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: General fundamentals of electrical theory, including solid state circuitry; Cit -1 of nodi Electr=_cal Technician. (continued) Knowledge of: (continued, General tools, methods and materials used in electrical work; Instrumentation and specialized testing equipment, precision toois; Electrical codes; Safe work practices and procedure; Maintenance and operation of pumping and telemetering equipment; Precautions necessary working with high voltage. Ability to: Demonstrate a high degree of aptitude for e.lectricil and mechanical work; Perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of a wide variety of electrical equipment; Use precision instruments and testing equipment to obtain specified performance; Understand and carry out written and oral instructions; Read and interpret electrical drawings, plans, diagrams and specifications; Supervise the activities of the Division during the absence of the Senior Electrical Technician. Establish and.maintain cooperative working relationship with other employees and the public; Work independently with limited direct supervision; Establish preventative maintenance programs and keep appropriate records; Prepare and write reports. Experience Attainment and proof of journeyman status through apprentice training as an Apprentice Electrician (usually 48 months of experience) and four years of relevant experience in the field of electrical maintenance and trouble- shooting. Experience with solid state circuitry and computer based control and monitoring systems required. Education• Completion of high school or its equivalent. LICENSE Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.