Electrician (SEIU) (Internal)

Bay Area Rapid Transit
$85,404.80 - $111,640.46 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, California, Oakland
300 Lakeside Drive (Show on map)
May 06, 2025
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary DEPARTMENT Maintenance and Engineering PAY RATE SEIU Maintenance Worker III Step 76: $41.06/hour - Step 99: $53.67/hour DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs skilled installation, preventive maintenance, repair and modification of electrical systems and equipment in a wide variety of District facilities; performs related work as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a journey level classification performing the full scope of skilled installation, maintenance, and repair work on both the traction power system (which powers the revenue vehicles) and all other high and normal voltage equipment and systems required for the operation of District facilities. This class is distinguished from all other journey level maintenance classes in that the work is related specifically to the electrical trade. REPORTS TO Assistant Superintendent of Power Mechanical Maintenance or designee CURRENT ASSIGNMENT This announcement will be used to fill eight (8) vacancies in the Maintenance and Engineering department. SELECTION PROCESS This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application. The Employment Office will screen bids/applications/resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first. All applicants are asked to complete the application and/or Bid Form in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the Bid or application form. APPLICATION PROCESS All SEIU Local 1021 members MUST submit their bid forms in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid. Current Non-SEIU employees are strongly encouraged to apply on line, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART. Current Non-SEIU employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA94604-2688. On line or paper applications are considered to provide supplemental information and should not be considered a substitution for the bid form itself. Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Examples of Duties Following a pre-established schedule, performs preventive maintenance, testing and adjustment of all electrical systems, equipment and components required to power the rail vehicle system. Performs preventive maintenance, testing and adjustment of all electrical systems, equipment and components found in offices, shops and other District facilities. Installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies a wide variety of industrial systems and equipment such as 110 volt to 4180 volt systems, 1 KV to 34.5 KV controls, transformers, motors, motor starters and controllers, generators, lighting and back-up emergency lighting systems, cathodic protection systems, fire alarm systems, and lead/acid and nickel cadmium battery powered equipment. Installs conduit and pulls wires for motors, control panels, lighting fixtures and other purposes. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems in a variety of electrical equipment and performs repairs as required; suggests improvements and works with engineering and other maintenance staff regarding modifications. Uses diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring devices in the course of the work; reads and interprets diagrams, engineering drawings, manuals, schematics and work orders; measures, tests and inspects completed work to confirm adherence to specifications; maintains records of work performed and parts and materials used. Operates District vehicles to reach equipment to be serviced including specialized high-railed vehicles used on tracks; may operate cranes or other equipment as required for repair. Follows proper safety procedures; answers patron questions regarding work activities; requests supplies through supervisor or from stock. Minimum Qualifications Experience: *EITHER* A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and/or repair of varied electrical systems and equipment. OR Completion of an apprenticeship in the electrical trade and a minimum of one (1) year of journey level experience that included installation, maintenance or repair of varied electrical systems and equipment. Experience with high voltages and industrial or plant equipment are desirable. Other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class B driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be physically capable of working in confining workspaces and willing to work occasional emergency overtime. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the installation, maintenance and repair of varied industrial electrical equipment and systems Use and care of power and hand tools of the trade Use and operation of electrical measuring and testing devices Troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques Shop arithmetic as required for the electrical trade Safe working practices Applicable codes and regulations Skill/ Ability in: Diagnosing operational problems in heavy industrial electrical equipment and systems and determining parts and labor required for repairs Performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, manuals and work orders Working effectively both independently and with a crew; understanding and following oral and written directions Maintaining accurate records of work performed and materials used Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work Equal Employment OpportunityGroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov. Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.