Job Information
Salt Lake City Corporation Airport Maintenance Electrician III in Salt Lake City, Utah
Position Title:
Airport Maintenance Electrician III
Job Description:
Are you an aspiring electrician looking to advance your skills in a dynamic and challenging environment? Join our team as an Apprentice Electrician at our Airport-owned facilities! Under the guidance of a journey-level electrician, you will maintain, repair, install, and troubleshoot electrical and related equipment. This role is designed for advanced 3rd and 4th-year apprentices who are committed to continuing their education and obtaining a Utah State Journeyman Electrician license. Seize this opportunity to grow your career and become a certified professional in the electrical field!
About the Position:
As an Apprentice Electrician, you will be responsible for a variety of critical tasks, including maintaining electrical equipment such as motors, switch gear, and lighting systems. Your duties will also involve requesting maintenance of related facilities, keeping logs of maintenance performed, and potentially creating maintenance schedules and inventories. You will have the opportunity to design electrical systems, troubleshoot various pieces of equipment, and perform general maintenance work in one or more craft or building trades. With a minimum of two years’ experience as a licensed electrical apprentice and the completion of third-year apprentice certification requirements, you will bring valuable knowledge and mechanical ability to our team.
About the Team
Join a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency at our airport facilities. Our team values continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence in service. You will work alongside experienced electricians who will mentor you through your apprenticeship, providing you with the guidance and support you need to succeed. This role offers a clear career ladder, with the potential for advancement to Maintenance Electrician IV based on your performance and the needs of the department. If you are ready to take the next step in your electrical career, apply today and become part of a team that values your growth and development!
Early application is encouraged as the position will remain open until filled.
Position Salary/Hourly Range:
$24.11 - $31.75
*based on qualifications and experience.
This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Maintains electrical equipment including motors, switch gear, lighting, telemetry and similar apparatus by making appropriate repairs and adjustments.
Requests required maintenance of related facilities such as buildings, vaults and associated equipment.
Keeps logs of maintenance performed on various pieces of equipment; may create maintenance schedules and inventories of equipment and replacement parts.
Rebuilds various types of motors, pumps, lighting equipment, switches, transformers and related equipment when necessary or requests such operations be performed by other personnel.
Designs electrical systems for various equipment and facilities including specifications, availability of needed equipment, installation time and costs; then takes appropriate action to ensure proper installation and operation of said equipment at facilities.
Troubleshoots various pieces of equipment, making appropriate repairs and replacements where necessary.
Troubleshoots various types of electrical equipment including high and low voltage power supplies, motors, pumps, lighting, feeds, and telemetry, and makes appropriate repairs through obtaining necessary equipment and parts and installing same.
Performs other job duties as assigned which may include general maintenance work in one or more craft or building trades other than electrical
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of the requirements for certification as a third year apprentice electrician under the Utah State Apprenticeship Programs certified by the State’s Apprenticeship Committee. Minimum of two years’ experience as a licensed electrical apprentice.
Knowledge of electrical motors, wiring, pumps and lighting systems.
Mechanical ability.
Knowledge of building and electrical codes.
Valid Utah State Operator's License.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Moderately heavy physical activity. May be required to push, pull or lift medium heavy weights. May have to stand, walk, or sit uncomfortable for extended periods. Moderate exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust or grease. May be exposed to high voltages.
Moderate exposure to stressful situations.
Subject to callback, emergency work requirements and other non-standard working hour assignments.
CAREER LADDER OR COMPETITIVE-BID ADVANCEMENT TO LEVEL 022:
Incumbents who have attained the position of Maintenance Electrician III through the State of Utah’s apprenticeship program may be advanced to Maintenance Electrician IV by career ladder promotion rather than competitive bid, provided that the level IV position is in the City department in which the apprenticeship was served. Such advancement is entirely at the discretion of the department, based on an evaluation of the incumbent’s skills/performance and the department’s need for a level IV position, and provided sufficient funding is appropriated for the impacted fiscal year. An incumbent so advanced must have a Utah State license for journeyman electrician. Attainment of the level IV position housed in a City department other than the one in which the apprenticeship was served is only by competitive bid. Applicants must possess state license. See Maintenance Electrician IV position description.
Additional Information:
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time
POSITION SALARY RANGE
$24.11 - $31.75
DEPARTMENT
Airport
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40
Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slcgov.com.
BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.
ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.
We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.
The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.