City of Columbus – Department of Public Utilities
Plant Maintenance Electrician I – EXAM
The City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Plant Maintenance Electrician I. To apply, you must first take the open competitive examination. The application window is currently open and candidates can submit an application online to the Civil Service Commission at http://www.columbus.gov/civilservice by Tuesday, 02/18/2020. The Plant Maintenance Electrician I will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical equipment (up to 15kV AC), wiring systems and accessories; performs related duties as required. Preference will be given to applicants with industrial electrician experience in an industrial environment performing troubleshooting and repair of industrial 3 phase equipment and controls for pumps, centrifuges, grinders, valves, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, cranes and blowers on 1 & 3-phase electrical equipment with live voltages from 24 to 15,000 VAC, and a working knowledge of PLC's and peripheral devices. To qualify you must have Two (2) years of experience installing and repairing 3-phase electrical equipment in an industrial facility with voltages up to 2,400 volts. Substitution(s): Successful completion of a formal classroom or apprenticeship training program in the general principles of electricity may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience. Must have a valid driver’s license. Salary range is $23.60 – $31.63 per hour. Contact the Civil Service Commission Applicant and Employee Services Unit with questions regarding the process at (614) 645-8301.
The City of Columbus is an equal opportunity employer.
