FOREMAN OF ELECTRICAL MECHANICS

Foreman Of Electrical Mechanics

The City of Chicago's Department of Water Management is seeking a Foreman of Electrical Mechanics to supervise journey-level electrical mechanics engaged in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment found in water purification plants and substations.

Essential Duties

• Studies blueprints, specifications, and work orders and inspects work sites to assess installation, repair work, and maintenance required, determine equipment and materials needed, and plan work processes
• Prepares cost estimates of labor, materials, equipment, and manpower needed to complete installation and repair jobs
• Plans, assigns, and schedules electrical jobs based on established priorities and the availability of resources
• Orders materials, equipment, and supplies and coordinates delivery to work sites
• Supervises work in progress to ensure efficiency, timeliness, and adherence to safety procedures
• Inspects completed jobs for compliance with specifications, established quality standards, and applicable municipal codes
• Assists in performing complex electrical jobs
• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and evaluates their performance
• Works with other trades at job sites to ensure efficiency of operations
• Approves employee time records
• Maintains work records and prepares project status reports
• Tests new work equipment and makes recommendations for possible acquisition

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location : Varies

Days : Monday through Friday

Hours : Varies

This position is in the career service.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered electrical mechanic apprenticeship training program and journeyman status, plus two years of journey-level electrical mechanic work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

Some positions may require a first-class FCC license

Working Conditions

Equipment

Physical Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Work Requirements

Selection Requirements

This position requires applicants to successfully pass a written test / skills assessment and complete an interview. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after test results have been analyzed and compiled. The interviewed candidate(s) receiving a passing score on the test and possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.