HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - No. 88-112RESOLUTION NO. 88-112
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL APPROVING CLASS SPECIFICATIONS
AND SALARY RANGES FOR VARIOUS CITY POSITIONS
RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lodi does hereby approve
salary ranges for various City positions as follows, which salary
ranges will become effective the pay period beginning August 22, 1988:
1) New classification approved in 1988-89 Budget.
2) Revision of existing specifications. No change in salary.
3) Mid -management position.
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B
C
D
E
1)
Services Division Manager
$1828.98
$1920.41
$2016.43
$2117.25
$2223.11
1,3)
Manager, Rates & Resources
$3473.37
$3648.44
$3830.51
$4021.35
$4220.93
2,3)
Sr. Electric Utility Rate
Analyst
$2991.93
$3140.74
$3298.30
$3462.86
$3636.20
2,3)
Electric Utility Rate
Analyst
$2591.03
$2720.57
S2857.14
$2998.93
$3151.25
1)
Electric Troubleman
$2795.91
$2936.31
$3083.10
$3237.92
$3399.12
1)
Metering Electrician
$2664.17
$2797.64
S2936.31
$3083.65
$3237.92
2)
Electric Meter Technician
$2936.31
$3083.65
$3237.92
$3399.12
$3568.99
2)
Electrical Estimator
$2936.31
$3083.65
$3237.92
$3399.12
$3568.99
2)
Utility Service Operator
$2664.17
$2797.64
$2936.31
$3083.65
$3237.92
1) New classification approved in 1988-89 Budget.
2) Revision of existing specifications. No change in salary.
3) Mid -management position.
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that
above -listed positions,
herein by reference.
Dated: August 17, 1988
the City Council approve the class specifications for the
attached hereto as Exhibits A through I, and incorporated
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 88-112 was passed and adopted by the City
Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 17, 1988 by the
following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Hinchnan, Olson, Reid, Snider and
Pinkerton (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Alice M. Am�che
City Clerk
88-112
City of Lodi
SERVICES DIVISION MANAGER
DEFINITION
August 1988
Under general direction, plans, organizes, and directs the operation of
the public safety dispatch center, records center and jail. Has
general responsibility to understand all Police communications systems,
including "911", CLETS, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), alarm system,
and radios.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Services Division Commander.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plans staffing requirements and schedules for Dispatch Center; assists
in preparation of budget for Services Division; assists with and
performs a variety of personnel duties; enters, updates, retrieves, and
disseminates information from teletype and computer sources.
Enforces custodial regulations in the jail; prepares and delivers
evidence for analysis and processing; performs court liaison officer
duties; prepares written and oral reports; performs duties related to
collection, analyzing and processing physical evidence at crime scenes;
maintains and controls physical evidence; orders and maintains supplies
for Dispatch Center, Records Section, Darkroom; Jail, Fingerprint Room
and Intoxilyzer Room.
Understands the operation of all police communications systems and
their inter -relationships.
Functions as Dispatcher and/or Jailer/Matron, and performs related
duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
City of Lodi Police Department policies and procedures.
Police Department communications systems.
Police and Fire emergency dispatch techniques.
Jail operations procedures.
Property and evidence retention and disposition.
Basic photography.
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Services Division Manager
August 1988
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Ability to perform the following under adverse and stressful
circumstances•
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Interpret and convey communications and directives.
Train and coach subordinates.
Deal with the public in a pleasant and professional manner.
Perform administrative and supervisory tasks.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
A minimum of two years full time experience as Dispatcher Matron,
Dispatcher Jailer, or Community Services Officer, in the Lodi Police
Department.
A twelfth grade education or documented equivalent.
LICENSES
Graduation from POST certified course in police dispatch, police
records or records supervision.
A typing certificate of 45 words per minute.
Possession of a valid Class I California driver's
license.
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City of Lodi
MANAGER, RATES AND RESOURCES
DEFINITION
August 1988
Under general direction manages the Rates and Resources Division. Performs skilled
work in the areas of planning, evaluation, acquisition and operation of bulk power
supplies and delivery resources. Develops electric rate schedules, participates in
the budget process and does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a combination supervisory/managerial position in the Electric Utility
Department. This position supervises the Division's staff and participates in
management and policy-making of the City's Electric generation and transmission
resources and needs. The Manager, Rates and Resources must possess managerial
capabilities as well as superior analytical ability and technical knowledge of
computer operations and programming.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Electric Utility Director and his Assistant.
Exercises direct supervision of the Division's staff.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may included but are not limited to the following: Plans, assigns,
supervises and reviews the work of the Division's staff; develops goals, policies
and priorities for Department's data management activities in support of rate and
resource tasks; determines short-term and long-term City power requirements and
evaluates new power resources; determines requirements for accounting, analysis and
evaluation of power generating and purchase costs; participates in power supply
planning and resource utilization activities; monitors the activities of
joint -action agencies and state, federal and private agencies for their effect on
the City of Lodi's electric power interests; meets with other agency officials,
individuals and representatives in discussing data management, analysis,
forecasting, cost of service and rate problems; directs customer rate development
and performs customer liaison on rate related matters.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Mathematics and statistics required for electric utility engineering, cost and
rate calculations
Principles and techniques of computer operation, including programming
processes, languages and operating systems.
Peripheral equipment operation and computer interface.
Principles of management and supervision.
Report writing techniques.
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Manager, Rates and Resources (continued)
Ability to:
Think logically and analytically.
Operate computer equipment.
Design, develop and implement software from a general guideline.
Communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
Prepare and present oral and written reports.
Work independently, having responsibility for rate analysis and resource
planning computer applications.
Effectively supervise the data management activities of the Rates and
Resources Division's staff.
Maintain effective working relationships with City staff, outside agencies and
utilities, vendors and others.
Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the
qualifying knowledge and ability. A typical combination is:
Experience:
Three years of progressively responsible and varied experience in the
same or a related field, including supervisory experience.
Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science
business administration or related field from an accredited college or
university.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
of Motor Vehicles.
SPECMR&R/TXTU.01D
City of Lodi August 1988
SENIOR ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE ANALYST
SENIOR RATE ANALYST
DEFINITION
Under direction performs and provides technical direction on a wide variety of
computer-assisted data management activities in electric utility applications;
develops, maintains and utilizes computer programs for data analysis and performs
related duties, as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey level position responsible for accomplishing rate, data analysis,
and data management related tasks within the City's Electric Utility Department.
The Senior Rate Analyst must possess supervisory capabilities, as well as superior
analytical ability and the requisite technical knowledge of computer operations,
applications and programming.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Manager, Rates and Resources. Provides
direction of a technical nature to the Electric Utility Rate Analyst.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Develops goals, policies
and priorities for rate analysis and load research activities; performs cost -of -
service and load research analysis; develops, maintains and utilizes methods to
perform power cost accounting, analyzes electric revenues and costs; monitors and
verifies billing methods; forecasts the City's power revenue and assists in the
forecast of power requirements and evaluation of power resources; develops and
evaluates rate design and structures for various customer classes; works with
technical staff to analyze data management needs and determines preferred computer
methodologies; meets with other agency officials, individuals and representatives
in discussing data management, analysis, forecasting, cost of service and rate
problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Mathematics, statistics, finance and accounting required for electric utility
revenue, cost and rate applications.
Principals and techniques of personal computer operation and software
applications.
Peripheral equipment operation and computer interface.
Principles of supervision on technical matters of subordinate staff.
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City of Lodi
Senior Electric Utility Rate Analyst (Senior Rate Analyst) - continued
Ability to:
Think logically and analytically.
Operate computer equipment
Design, develop and implement software from general guidelines.
Communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
Prepare and present oral and written reports.
Work independently.
Effectively supervise the data management activities of the Division.
Maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City staff, outside
agencies and utilities, vendors and others.
Act on behalf of the Manager, Rates and Resources, during periods of his/her
absence.
Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the
qualifying knowledge and ability. A typical combination is:
Experience:
Three year's experience in the same or related field.
Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science
business administration or related field from an accredited college or
university.
or
Three years employment with the City of Lodi in the Electric Utility
Rate Analyst position coupled with additional college credits above the
Associate's Degree level in related subject matters.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
of Motor Vehicles.
SPECSEUR/TXTU.01D
City of Lodi
ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE ANALYST
RATE ANALYST
DEFINITION
August 1988
Under direction, performs a wide variety of data management activities in electric
utility applications, maintains and utilizes computer methods for data compilation
and performs related duties, as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is responsible for assisting
management related tasks within the City's
Resources Division. The Rate Analyst must
well as sufficient technical knowledge of
and spread -sheet software applications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
in rate, data analysis and data
Electric Utility Department Rates and
possess superior analytical ability, as
personal computer operations, programming
Receives general direction from the Manager, Rates and Resources and specific
technical direction from the Senior Electric Utility Rate Analyst.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assists in development
of goals, policies and priorities for rate analysis and load research activities;
performs cost of service and load research data acquisition and compilation;
processes electric solid state meter data and works with technical metering
personnel; maintains and utilizes methods to perform power cost accounting,
analyzes electric revenues and costs and monitors and verifies billing methods;
assists in the forecast of Department's revenues; assists in the development and
evaluation of rate design and structures for various customer classes; works with
technical staff to analyze data management needs and determines preferred computer
methodologies; compiles various types of utility data, operates computer equipment
and develops appropriate software; represents Rates and Resource Division to
others, such as City data processing staff, outside utilities, data processing
vendors, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Mathematics, statistics, finance and accounting required for electric utility
revenue, cost and rate applications.
Principles and techniques of computer operation, including programming
processes, languages, operating systems and software applications.
Peripheral equipment operation and computer interface.
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City of Lodi
Electric Utility Rate Analyst (Rate Analyst) - continued
Ability to:
Think logically and analytically.
Operate computer equipment.
Design, develop and implement software from a general set of engineering
guidelines.
Communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
Work independently.
Maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City staff, outside
agencies and utilities, vendors and others.
Act on behalf of the Senior Electric Utility Rate Analyst, in his/her absence.
Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the
qualifying knowledge and ability. A typical combination is:
Experience:
One year's experience in the same or a related field.
Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science,
business administration or related field from an accredited college or
university.
or
An Associate's Degree in one of the above fields from an accredited
institution and a minimum of three years experience in the same or a
related field.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
of Motor Vehicles.
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City of Lodi
DEFINITION
Under general direction performs
distribution systems. Installs
locates underground facilities;
various recordkeeping tasks and
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
MAY 0 9 '88
City Mangers Office
May 1988
ELECTRIC TROUBLEMAN
skilled work in troubleshooting electric
and maintains services and lighting systems;
supervises Electric Lineman, as assigned; performs
does related work as required.
The class of Electric Troubleman is distinguished from the lower class of Electric
Lineman in that this position works independently with limited supervision and may
provide supervision of an Electric Lineman, or other, as assigned. The Electric
Troubleman is expected to possess thorough working understanding of and the skills
necessary to troubleshoot electric distribution systems as well as the ability to
maintain records and organize the work day, in addition to knowledge of rules,
regulations and safety practices. This position extensively interacts with the
general public and customers under various conditions and is expected to perform in
a most courteous and professional manner even under adverse conditions. The
position is subject to emergency call-back for after-hours work.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Electric Utility Superintendent. Exercises
supervision of Electric Lineman or other, as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: First line trouble-
shooting of electric system. Diagnoses, locates and clears trouble on primary and
secondary overhead and underground lines and streetlighting systems. Participates
in switching operations of the system and obtains loading data for system studies.
Runs new services from poles, transformers or service boxes to customer facilities;
connects and disconnects services, troubleshoots and tests individual customer
services. Installs electric meters at new customer locations. Installs
underground service conduits. Performs streetlighting and dusk -to -dawn lighting
repair, maintenance and installation. Locates underground facilities per "USA"
requests. Performs many of the above functions on energized systems utilizing
appropriate tools and techniques. Maintains tools and equipment in a clean and
workable condition and assures that all tools from tool room are returned after
each use. Maintains good housekeeping on the job, around the yard and on the
vehicles. Performs a wide variety of recordkeeping tasks, such as meter set
records, service orders, material records, temporary service records, etc., and
prepares time cards. .
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City of Lodi
Electric Troubleman (continued)
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials and equipment used in construction, maintenance and
troubleshooting 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 regulations, such as State electrical safety
orders (e.g. G.O. 95 and 128);
Necessary precautions in working high-voltage lines;
Fundamental safety regulations, first aid and methods of applying
resuscitation;
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the City's rules, regulations,
construction specifications and operating practices.
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.
Use good judgment and take effective courses of action in emergencies.
Work without direct supervision.
Maintain accurate and precise records in legible handwriting.
Deal tactfully in an effective and courteous manner with the general public
and other employees.
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with other employees
and the public.
Read and interpret plans and written instructions.
Supervise the work of Electric Lineman or others, as assigned.
City of Lodi
Electric Troubleman (continued)
Experience•
Possession of Journeyman Lineman status granted through the I.B.E.W. or
equivalent and a minimum four years of relevant experience in this status.
Education:
Completion of high school or its equivalent.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
of Motor Vehicles.
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City of Lodi
METERING ELECTRICIAN
DEFINITION
MAY 0 9 '88
Citi Managers Office
May 1988
Under direction performs skilled work in the areas of maintenance, testing, repair
and installation of electric meters, maintains records and does related work as
required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey level class position. Positions in this class perform skilled
tasks independently with limited direct supervision and participates in a
rotational standby duty for after-hours call back to monitor a generating station.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Electric Meter Technician or other supervisors
as conditions require.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs shop and field
calibrations of electric meters; repairs and rebuilds meters as necessary;
installs current and voltage transformers with associated equipment and verifies
the complete installation to assure accurate metering; installs and maintains load
survey, load management and recording metering equipment; investigates customer
complaints and takes corrective measures if necessary; handles vandalism and power
diversion cases and makes reports to appropriate City staff; performs acceptance
testing of metering material and equipment; conducts the scheduled testing and
circuit analysis of existing revenue metering facilities; retrieves data from data
storage devices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
General fundamentals of electrical theory, including solid state circuitry;
General tools, methods and materials used in electric meter testing and
repair;
Metering methods for single and polyphase circuits;
Inductance, capacitance, power factor and vector analysis;
Applicable electric codes;
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City of Lodi
Metering Electrician (continued)
Safe work practices and procedures;
Precautions necessary when working around energized equipment.
Ability to:
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;
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 and maintain records;
Deal tactfully and courteously with the general public;
Use mathematics, including trigonometry.
Experience:
Attainment of journey level electrician status through apprentice training
(usually 48 months experience) OR journey level lineman status granted
through the IBEW complimented with relevant outside schooling similar to the
requirements of becoming a journey level electrician AND two years of
experience at journey level in either of the above categories in an electric
utility.
Education:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including trigonometry.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
of Motor Vehicles.
SPECMETE/TXTU.01D
City of Lodi
ELECTRIC METER TECHNICIAN
DEFINITION
MAY 0 9 '88
Cit Manager's Office
May 1988
Under general direction plans, organizes and supervises the Metering Division.
Performs skilled work in the areas of maintenance, testing, repair and
installation of electric meters; maintains records; provides training of other
employees; participates in policy and standards development and does related work
as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is an advanced journey level position distinguished from that of the next
lower position of Metering Electrician in that it has supervisory and training
responsibilities in addition to performing the more difficult metering tasks.
The Electric Meter Technician participates in a rotational standby duty for
after-hours call back to monitor a generating station.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Electrical Engineer. Coordinates work
schedules with the Electric Utility Superintendent and supervises Metering
Electrician.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs shop and
field calibrations of electric meters; repairs and rebuilds meters as necessary;
installs current and voltage transformers with associated equipment and verifies
the complete installation to assure accurate metering; installs and maintains
load survey, load management and recording metering equipment; investigates
customer complaints and takes corrective measures, if necessary; handles
vandalism and power diversion cases and makes reports to appropriate City staff;
performs acceptance testing of metering material and equipment; conducts the
scheduled testing and circuit analysis of existing revenue metering facilities;
participates in the development of standards and specifications with other
agencies and industry representatives; maintains appropriate records on all
metering equipment and installations; prepares and conducts training sessions;
retrieves data from data storage devices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Various electric meters, their operation and the methods and equipment
used in their testing and repair;
AC and DC circuits with particular reference to Ohm's Law, Kirchoff's Law
and Blondel's Theorem;
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City of Lodi
Electric Meter Technician (continued)
Metering methods for single and polyphase circuits;
Various electronic components and circuits;
Inductance, capacitance, power factor and vector analysis;
Applicable electrical codes;
Necessary precautions to be taken when working around energized equipment;
Ability to:
Use precision instruments and testing equipment to obtain specified
performance;
Read and interpret electrical drawings, plans and specifications;
Understand and carry out written and oral instructions;
Effectively manage and supervise the activities of the Division;
Work independently with limited direct supervision;
Maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City staff,
outside agencies and utilities, vendors and others;
Establish preventative maintenance programs and keep appropriate records;
Prepare and write reports and maintain records;
Deal tactfully and courteously with the general public;
Use mathematics, including trigonometry;
Operate computer equipment for programming of and retrieving data from
microprocessor -based metering equipment.
Experience:
Attainment of journey level Metering Electrician status and three (3) years
experience in this status.
Education:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including trigonometry.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of
Motor Vehicles.
SPECELMT/TXTU.01D
City of Lodi
ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR
DEFINITION
City Manager's Offic,
May 1988
Under general direction performs sub -professional engineering office and field
work involving laying out plans for construction and maintenance of electrical
facilities, preparing cost estimates, obtaining easements and right-of-ways and
does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is an advanced journey level position distinguished from that of the next
lower position of Electrical Estimator Assistant in that it performs the more
complex phases of cost estimating and construction planning. This position is
expected to work independently with limited direct supervision and to provide
training and assistance to lower level positions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Electrical. Engineer. May coordinate field
work with the Electric Utility Superintendent and line crews as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Prepares detailed plans
of construction, maintenance or removal of electric utility plant, such as line
extensions, underground residential/commercial developments, underground main
feeder systems and transformer, capacitor, switching equipment installations or
replacement. Makes detailed sketches of the work to be performed including
special instructions for installing materials and location of poles, anchors,
guys, conduit systems, vaults, service boxes, transformers, etc. Determines
proper cable and wire sizes, transformer sizes and combinations for given loads on
the distribution system. Prepares plans for substation and transmission line
construction. Lists material required and salvaged and determines cost of
installing material. Compiles data as to the necessity for the proposed work and
estimated revenue derived from the project. Coordinates layout of subdivisions
with other utilities. Obtains easements and right-of-ways as required.
Determines proper service point locations. Communicates, in writing, with the
contractor and/or developer regarding construction responsibilities and costs.
Designs streetlighting systems and prepares construction drawings. Maintains
appropriate records of electric system facilities. Assists in development of
material and construction standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of
overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines;
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City of Lodi
Electrical Estimator (continued)
Pertinent laws, codes and safety orders (e.g. G.O. 95 and 128);
Principles of electric theory as applied to circuits and wiring systems;
Principles of cost estimating;
Mathematics commonly used in electrical systems' calculations including
algebra, geometry and trigonometry;
Safety practices, clearances and regulations;
Drafting techniques, tools and instruments.
Ability to:
Plan, design and estimate costs of electrical distribution/transmission
construction and maintenance projects;
Inspect construction work in progress for conformance with all pertinent
regulations;
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports;
Make mathematical calculations commonly used in electrical estimating;
Draw neatly in pencil;
Follow written and oral instructions;
Interpret laws, rules and regulations;
Negotiate easements and right-of-way;
Communicate clearly in writing;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with other employees
and the public.
Experience:
Three years of experience in the construction and maintenance of
high-voltage power lines at the level of Journeyman Lineman or higher OR
three years of experience as an Electrical Estimator Assistant or equivalent.
Education:
Completion of high school or its equivalent.
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City of Lodi
Electrical Estimator (continued)
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department
Motor Vehicles.
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DEFINITION
UTILITY SERVICE OPERATOR
MAY 0 9 '88
Cite Managers Office
May 1988
Under direction monitors, controls and takes charge of the City's electrical and
water distribution system on an assigned shift basis; directs field switching
operations; operates computer-based control systems; receives emergency calls;
dispatches appropriate personnel and does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey level class position. Positions in this class perform skilled
tasks independently with a minimum amount of direct supervision and are expected
to possess a complete working knowledge of electric and water distribution control
systems and devices and to quickly, accurately and effectively assess an emergency
situation and take appropriate action. This class works an assigned rotational
shift year round in addition to standby duty for emergency call back during the
third shift.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Load Dispatcher. Coordinates work schedules
with Electric Utility Superintendent and Line Foreman.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Monitors, controls and
operates the City's electric and water distribution systems; operates SCADA
system; operates mobile radio system; prepares switching programs, interruption
reports, daily operational reports, etc.; receives emergency calls and dispatches
appropriate personnel; develops, controls and dispatches switching instructions
for both field and substation switching; develops switching procedures for
emergency service restoration; maintains system dispatch maps current; maintains
various logs and records on facility operations; operates various computer
equipment; performs general cleaning and maintenance work in order to keep
facilities in a clean and orderly condition; assists in training other operators.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials and equipment used in the operation, control and
maintenance of electric and water distribution systems;
Principles of electric and water distribution systems and equipment;
Safe work practices and procedures;
English usage, spelling, grammar and vocabulary.
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Utility Service Operator (continued)
Ability to:
Develop, carry out and take charge of switching procedures for the City's
electric and water system;
Think and act quickly in emergencies, and to judge situations accurately;
Dispatch appropriate personnel under normal and emergency situations;
Read and interpret various diagrams, devices and computer generated data;
Maintain accurate records, maps and status boards and to prepare reports;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships;
Effectively communicate via radio, telephone and in writing with other
employees, agencies and the general public;
Maintain control and remain professional and courteous in emergency and other
work situations under adverse conditions;
Follow oral and written directions;
Speak clearly and decisively;
Operate computer-based equipment.
Experience:
Three years of experience at journey level status in an electric utility in
the area of system operation/dispatch OR other position(s) that likely would
have produced the experiences and technical qualifications outlined above.
Education:
Completion of high school or its equivalent.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of
Motor Vehicles.
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