Electrical Operations Specialist

2 months ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time

Job Summary

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago seeks a skilled Electrical Operations Specialist to join our team. As an Electrical Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of assigned electrical equipment at a pumping station, controlling works or substation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise the routine maintenance and operation of high and low voltage circuit breakers, disconnects, switches, motors, transformers, battery charger sets, generators, relays, exciters, pumps and similar equipment located in water reclamation plants and pumping stations.
  • Supervise the work of assigned personnel conducting switching operations, synchronizing line and generators, executing clearances and placing hold cards on high voltage lines and equipment, and restoring lines and equipment to service.
  • Inspect the operation of high and low voltage electrical equipment, and checks the flow of cooling water and lubricating oil.
  • Read and record meters, gauges and charts at regular intervals and update log books.
  • Operate telephone, portable and base radio and general communication with other District personnel.

Requirements

To be successful as an Electrical Operations Specialist, you will need:

  • Considerable knowledge of the functions of components in electrical circuits, with emphasis on protective devices.
  • Knowledge of the operating characteristics of synchronous motors.
  • Knowledge of motor driven and solid state exciters.
  • Ability to plan and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Ability to read moderately complex circuit diagrams.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical meters such as indicator, graphic, kilowatt and integrator types.
  • Ability to understand and interpret data in chart and graph format.
  • Ability to read and understand technical electrical material.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in electrical operating work related to the District's activities are required. Additional experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Promotional Requirement

  • One year of service with the District as an Electrical Operator II or Powerhouse Dispatcher.
  • Civil service status in one of the foregoing classifications.

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