Electrical & Instrumentation Technician - Journey Cerritos

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Whittier, United States Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Full time
Salary: $8,561.00 - $10,656.00 Monthly

Location : Cerritos, CA

Job Type: Monthly

Job Number: LA-260-24E

Department: Wastewater - Water Reclamation Plants

Division: Upstream Maintenance (includes SJC, LC, WN & LB)

Opening Date: 09/26/2024

JOB POSTING

NOTICE OF EXTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES

POSTING #LA-260-24E

ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

(Journey Level)

The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts are a public agency focused on converting waste into resources like recycled water, energy and recycled materials. The agency consists of 24 independent special districts serving about 5.5 million people in Los Angeles County. The service areas in the map below cover approximately 850 square miles and encompass 78 cities and unincorporated areas in the county.

We are now recruiting for a skilled Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (Journey Level). Current vacancy is at our Los Coyotes Reclamation Plant in Cerritos. For more information on the plant, click on the following link:

Essential functions of this position are to perform progressively more skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation, computer process control, and electrical equipment and systems. The position offers a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off. After hour, overtime, and weekend callbacks will sometimes be required. This is an excellent career opportunity, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement, along with paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Additional benefit information can be viewed by clicking on the Benefits tab. Initial salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess a valid California Class C driver's license -AND- four years of experience performing progressively responsible installation, maintenance and repair work on instrumentation, computer process control and electrical equipment and systems. Twelve units college course work, approved by the Districts, or completion of one year of a two-year degree certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field for one year of the required experience -OR- Completion of a two-year degree or certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field for two years of the required experience.

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The competitive selection process may cover a knowledge of: Theories, principles, practices, tools, math formulas and safety considerations used in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital and analog control equipment and systems; plant operational systems. The ability to: Utilize specialized tools, math formulas and equipment of the trade; independently troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital and analog control equipment and systems; read, interpret and prepare schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches and equipment specifications; maintain records and prepare reports; independently perform difficult assignments; instruct lower level apprentices in trade techniques.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This posting will remain open until vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.

SELECTION PROCESS:
  • All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
  • The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50% and/or an interview weighted at 50%.
  • Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
Please apply online at within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add to your contact list.

NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background, check, DMV report, and a drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video:

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Luz Avila at (562) 908-4288, extension 1329.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.

RETIREMENT
  • CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered "classic" members. For "classic" members, the Districts pay the "employee share." Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.
  • DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.


COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

HEALTH INSURANCE
  • MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2025, the Districts contribute $2,305.28 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.
  • DENTAL: Districts paid. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage for a prepaid dental program which provides for most routine dental care through a panel of contracting dentists with no deductibles. Employees are eligible to enroll in an indemnity plan if requested within thirty days after completion of three years of employment (sooner for some bargaining units), or during subsequent open enrollment periods.
  • VISION: Employee paid.
  • LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME
  • VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.
  • SICK LEAVE: Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.
  • PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

  • PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS
  • A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
  • Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
  • Clear policies and procedures.
  • Health and safety programs.
  • Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here:

NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated December 26, 2024

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
  • Yes
  • No


02

How many years of full-time, journey-level, paid work experience do you have performing maintenance and repair of electrical and instrumentation and motor controls in an industrial facility?
  • Less than 2 years
  • At least 2-3 years
  • At least 3-4 years
  • More than 4 years


03

Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained your experience performing maintenance and repair of electrical and instrumentation and motor controls in an industrial facility. (NOTE: You MUST provide detailed information of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information will result in your disqualification from this recruitment process). If no experience, type "N/A.

04

Within the last five years, do you have experience in maintaining or repairing industrial control processes?
  • Yes
  • No


05

Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained your experience maintaining or repairing industrial control processes. (NOTE: You MUST provide detailed information of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to do so will result in your disqualification from this recruitment process). If no experience, type "N/A."

06

Have you completed 12 units of related coursework in instrumentation, electronics, or electrical technology? (NOTE: Please make sure the education section of this application includes the pertinent details).
  • Yes
  • No


07

Please identify (name) the institution, the course titles, and number of units/credits you have completed. Please type "N/A" if you do not have any related coursework.

08

Have you completed a two-year degree or an Apprentice certification program in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Technology? (NOTE: Please make sure the education section of this application includes the pertinent details).
  • Yes
  • No


09

Please identify (name) the institution, the course titles, and the number of units/credits you have completed. Please type "N/A" if you do not possess a related degree or certification.

10

I have not typed "See resume" or other documentation as it is not considered a qualifying response. I understand that the answers to the above questions must be supported by information in the Education and Experience sections of this job application
  • Yes
  • No


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