Description
About the Department
The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in one of the nation’s largest cities, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit?www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.?
Position Duties
The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the Electrician Supervisor position. If you are interested in employment in these classifications, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
The Department of Transportation is currently recruiting to fill a vacant Electrician Traffic Maintenance Supervisor and a Electrician Streetlight Supervisor position in the Infrastructure Maintenance Division. These positions are responsible for leading one of our three areas in the Electrical projects section. The City of San Jose has 969 signalized intersections and over 65,000 streetlights and the supporting infrastructure assets.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with demonstrated ability in assimilating and implementing organizational development initiatives. A major priority for this position will be to identify and implement continuous improvement processes and technological advances to meet a customer-focused, results-driven service delivery demand. In addition, the ideal candidate keeps current on new advances in signal technology and implements planned upgrades with a focus on standardization and cost effectiveness.
The Electrician Traffic Signals Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for:
The electrician supervisor for Traffic signals supervises electricians and other maintenance staff
Responsible for the in-house on call program 24/7/365 involving electricians, maintenance staff as well as contractors.
Ensures the work being performed Meets all CSJ standards as well as safety standards for traffic signals.
Responsible for working with our partners in DOT including Signal Operations, Signal Design and our ITS team to replace, upgrade and modify existing intersections and bring new intersections online.
Coordinates with other departments for other related work, communication systems, fiber network, speed radar signs, wireless communication systems and other related work to do with the city communication systems.
Tracks budget and works with analysts to ensure accurate spending records are maintained as well as accurate tracking of contractor costs.
Maintains the correct inventory of all needed equipment and supplies on hand to ensure all repairs throughout the city can be made in an efficient manner
Maintains the required response time by staff for trouble calls that come in for signals not operating properly and all other associated trouble calls.
Incumbents regularly work on tasks that are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment.
The Position in this classification will rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned electrical operation/program area.
Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services.
Ensure all the performance measures and other reporting categories are maintained accurately and consistently.
The Electrician Streetlight Supervisor is responsible for:
Supervises electricians and other maintenance staff in maintenance of over 65,000 streetlights and the supporting infrastructure assets.
Ensures the work being produced meets CSJ mandated standards and specifications.
Plans, schedules, and evaluates work performed by assigned staff.
Tracks maintenance budgets and works with analysts to ensure accurate financial records are kept.
Coordinates and implements work orders, as well as works with IT to implement updates to programs and applications.
Incumbents regularly work on tasks that are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment.
Positions in this classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned electrical operation/program area.
Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services.
Responsible for ensuring all the performance measures and other reporting categories are maintained accurately and consistently.
The incumbent must also be comfortable interacting with the general public to provide updates on service requests and update to senior staff.
This position requires high constructive energy and excellent communication, to ensure that the requests are understood and there are solutions to solve the problem.
Must be able to direct contractors for needed work for on call, stolen wire installing traffic signal poles as well as streetlighting poles involved in accidents.
Maintains correct amount of inventory for all supplies related to streetlights.
More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Electrician Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Completion of an approved apprenticeship program
Experience: 2 years of lead electrician experience as a journey level Electrician.
Acceptable Substitution: Documented proof of completion of 8,500 hours of both course work and experience in all of the areas covered in the State of California Electrician Apprenticeship Standards may be substituted for completion of a recognized Electrician Apprenticeship program. These areas include residential wiring, commercial and industrial wiring, intercom and signals, controls, underground work, trouble shooting, finishing and fixture hanging, solid state controls, and stock and inventory. Completion of the State of California Electrician Certification exam will be accepted as proof of completion of 8,500 hours of electrical work experience.
Certifications/Licenses: Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license.
Physical requirement
The following is a general statement for the classification. Individual positions may have additional or different physical/environmental elements.
Possess ability to:
Move between/within work areas, including but not limited to sitting, standing, and walking on various surfaces, turning, bending, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements;
Communicate in person and over the telephone or radio;
Maintain professional demeanor during interactions with staff, customers and the public.
When assigned to an office environment, possess ability to:
Operate, access, enter, and retrieve data using standard office equipment, including but not limited to a computer or tablet;
Read printed materials and a computer screen;
Be exposed to moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.
When assigned to fieldwork, possess ability to:
Maintain strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work;
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment;
Identify problems or hazards, work in confined spaces and around machines, and climb/descend ladders;
Operate, inspect, and repair varied hand and power tools and construction equipment;
Operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites;
Be exposed to unpredictable working conditions including but not limited to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances, fumes, dust, and air contaminants.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.
- Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
- Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
- Constructive Energies: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others.
- Continuous Improvement: Actively identifies new areas for learning and regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities.
- Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
- Decision Making: Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
- Leadership: Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.
- Planning: Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
- Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews
Submission of a resume is optional. However, submission of a resume in lieu of completing the education and work experience sections on the application or failing to answer all the questions will constitute an incomplete application and it will be withheld from further consideration.
If selected, the Conditional Offer of Employment may be contingent upon you providing proof of a valid State of California driver’s license, and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) as per the DMV Release of Driver Record Information form. Failure to pass the DMV Pull Notice assessment will deem you ineligible for employment.
If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Keana Tran at Keana.Tran@sanjoseca.gov.