BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Date of Study: January 25, 2016 – January 29, 2016
Collective Bargaining Identification: R – 12
Job Analysis Conducted By: Frances Velasquez, Selection Analyst, Office of Workforce Planning, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Number of Incumbents: There are 113 incumbents in this classification per the State Controller’s Office Filled/Vacant Position Report dated January 22, 2016.
EDITED TASK LISTING
NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these tasks.
Task Statements:
1. Install transmission lines for electrical systems, per institutional needs in order to help eliminate power outages, utilizing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), as required.
2. Maintain transmission lines for electrical systems, per institutional needs in order to help eliminate power outages, utilizing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), as required.
3. Repair transmission lines for electrical systems, per institutional needs in order to help eliminate power outages, utilizing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), as, as required.
4. Install electric lights, motors, heaters, generators, transformers, switchboards and other electrical apparatus, (e.g., phase rotation, voltage, amperage, wire size, etc.,) to maintain the safety and security of the institution, utilizing the proper lock-out/tag-out procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), as, and hand tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.) in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 70E), as required.
5. Repair electric lights, motors, heaters, generators, transformers, switchboards and other electrical apparatus, (e.g., phase rotation, voltage, amperage, wire size, etc.,) to maintain the safety and security of the institution, utilizing the proper lock-out/tag-out procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), as, hand tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), and NEC, as required.
6. Troubleshoot institutional electrical systems to restore power and minimize interruption to institutional programs and operations, utilizing proper lock-out/tag-out procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter), hand tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), and NEC, as required.
7. Maintain a clean electric shop free of clutter and debris (e.g., deposit waste in appropriate containers [i.e., trash, recycle, and hazardous materials]) to ensure a safe work environment, to help eliminate areas where contraband may be concealed, to facilitate the safety and security of the institution, in accordance with the Departmental Operation Manual (DOM), utilizing a broom, mop, inmate worker, etc., as needed.
8. Maintain an organized electric shop in order to ensure compliance with the Department’s policy per DOM, utilizing the tool check-out system and the daily inventory sheet in order to maintain tool accountability and the safety and security of the institution, as required.
9. Operate electrical equipment (e.g., meters, conduit benders, drill motors, cutters, etc.,) in order to ensure proper completion of work, meet institutional security and program needs, provide a safe working environment, compliance with codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, per DOM, as required.
10. Advise in the selection of electrical equipment to provide standardization throughout the institution, verifying proper equipment is being ordered affecting cost savings, utilizing As-Builts, NEC, Underwriter Laboratories (UL) approved materials, as required.
11. Advise in the storage of electrical equipment and materials in order to ensure materials are stored correctly to preserve the integrity of the materials, utilizing proper storage methods (e.g., cargo boxes, warehouses, electric shops, etc), and maintain current inventory list, as needed.
12. Coordinate and work with other trades (e.g., carpenters, plumbers, stationary engineers, maintenance mechanics, etc.) in order to complete work projects or in emergency situations in accordance with Departmental policy and safety regulations, under the direction of the Electrician III, CF or Supervisor of Building Trades, CF, as required.
13. Make rough sketches of electrical installations and repairs, in order to identify new changes/corrections to the As-Builts, utilizing current plans and specifications, NEC, and Title 24, as required.
14. Estimate the cost of electrical installations and repairs, to provide your supervisor with information necessary for a cost analysis, utilizing resources (e.g., internet, personal knowledge, rough sketches, vendor quotes, etc.) per purchasing rules and regulations as needed.
15. Maintain records and daily reports (e.g., inmate/youthful offenders timesheets, daily work orders, tool control, staff and inmate/youthful offenders safety training, vehicle log, etc.) to provide information, ensure compliance with stipulated laws, and policies and procedures, utilizing resources (e.g., Injury and Illness Prevention Program [IIPP], DOM, Operational Procedures [OP], etc.), as required.
16. Lead unskilled workers engaged in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems (e.g., electric lights, motors, heaters, switchboards and other electrical apparatus, etc.) in order to provide and ensure proper completion of work, to meet the safety and security of the institution and ensure compliance with policies and procedures by utilizing resources (e.g., work order system, safety training on tools/equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), etc.,), on a daily basis.
17. Instruct unskilled workers engaged in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems (e.g., electric lights, motors, heaters, switchboards and other electrical apparatus, etc.) in order to provide and ensure proper completion of work, to meet the safety and security of the institution and ensure compliance with policies and procedures by utilizing resources (e.g., work order system, safety training on tools/equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), etc.,), on a daily basis.
18. Respond to emergency call backs (e.g., power outage, cell door/gate malfunctions, electrical fires, etc.) in order to ensure the safety and security of the institution by utilizing and maintaining a land line phone or cell phone, etc., as required.
19. Attend In-Service Training (IST) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) in order to ensure employee meets his/her minimum 40 hours per year of required training pursuant to the DOM to increase knowledge of current Departmental procedures and policies, by utilizing training (e.g., block training, on-line IST, sign-in sheets, etc.), as required.
20. Perform preventive maintenance of electrical equipment, to help prevent and eliminate equipment failure in order to ensure proper operation of electrical equipment, by utilizing manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and maintaining service records, as required.
21. Install alarm systems (i.e., personal alarm, fire alarm) to ensure proper functioning, to maintain the safety and security of the institution in order to prevent escapes/injuries of persons, and to minimize damages to state property, utilizing test procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter) and tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), as needed.
22. Perform preventive maintenance of alarm systems (i.e., personal alarm, fire alarm) to ensure proper functioning, to maintain the safety and security of the institution in order to prevent escapes/injuries of persons, and to minimize damages to state property, utilizing test procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter) and tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), as needed.
23. Repair alarm systems (i.e., personal alarm, fire alarm) to ensure proper functioning, to maintain the safety and security of the institution in order to prevent escapes/injuries of persons, and to minimize damages to state property, utilizing test procedures, meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter) and tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), as needed.
24. Maintain institutional high mast lighting system to ensure the safety and security of the institution in order to help prevent escapes/injuries to persons, by utilizing meters (i.e., multi-meter, ammeter) and tools (e.g., screwdriver, diagonal cutter, lineman pliers, etc.), lifts, proper training, manufacturer recommendations, etc., as needed.
25. Inspect premises to ensure the work environment is free from contraband (e.g., weapons, drugs, and tobacco, etc.,) utilizing mirrors, protective gloves, training resources, Departmental safety standards, DOM, etc., as required.
26. Search inmates to ensure absence of contraband (e.g., weapons, drugs, and tobacco, etc.,) utilizing protective gloves, training resources, Departmental safety standards, DOM, etc., as required.
27. Maintain emergency generator systems to ensure proper electrical operational status of the facility in order to maintain the safety and security of the institution by utilizing testing procedures, Preventive Maintenance Program, load testing, etc., as required.
28. Maintain tools, equipment and inventory in a safe, organized manner in order to maintain functionality, reliability and ensure job completion and/or continuity of work in accordance with Departmental policies and procedures and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) requirements, on a daily basis.
29. Escort outside vendors to provide contracted services to the institution, in order to maintain the safety and security of the institution (e.g., injury, escape, contraband, etc.) and ensure compliance with DOM, institutional operational procedure, tool control, staff accountability, etc. as required.
30. Compile records (e.g., Materials Safety Data Sheets [MSDS], staff and inmate/youthful offenders’ timesheet, daily work order report, tool control, safety training, vehicle log, etc.) in order to provide information for institutional use and assure compliance with policies and procedures, utilizing resources (e.g., DOM, institutional operational procedures, IIPP, etc.), as required.
31. Assist with priority one work orders in emergency situations (e.g., cell searches, power outages, cell door/gate malfunctions, etc.) to ensure the safety and security of the institution in order to help prevent escapes/injuries to persons utilizing DOM, tools, and equipment, as required.
Tasks highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
EDITED KSAPC LISTING
NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these KSAPCs.
Knowledge of:
K1. Comprehensive knowledge of principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment (e.g., wiring, switches, lighting, transformers, high voltage, switchboard, motor control centers, etc.) in order to accomplish a work assignment, and to provide direction/information to unskilled workers as needed.
K2. Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and regulations (e.g., National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, California Code of Regulations, etc.) in order to safely complete work assignments, and provide direction/information as needed.
K3. Basic knowledge of institutional policies and procedures for inmate/youthful offender supervision to maintain staff safety, security of the institution, and help prevent escapes.
K4. Comprehensive math knowledge to calculate labor, materials, and/or cost estimates for projects, work orders and additions, etc.
K5. Basic knowledge of computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.) in order to assist in the completion of assignments (e.g., timesheets, reports, procurement, etc.)
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
Skill to:
S1. Mechanical inclination to perform electrical work.
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
Ability to:
A1. Communicate effectively with individuals or groups to provide accurate information, instruction, direction, and maintain effective working relationships.
A2. Interpret and prepare and work from rough sketches, plans (blue prints), drawings, and specifications to obtain/provide information for electrical work.
A3. Maintain records and reports in order to provide information and documentation and to comply with departmental policies.
A4. Instruct, lead and coordinate the work of a small crew of Electricians I, CF and/or unskilled workers (inmates/youthful offenders) in order to ensure proper completion of work and compliance with codes and regulations.
A5. Install electrical equipment (e.g., wiring, switches, lighting, transformers, high voltage, switchboards, motor control centers, etc.) in order to accomplish a work assignment.
A6. Maintain electrical equipment (e.g., wiring, switches, lighting, transformers, high voltage, switchboards, motor control centers, etc.) in order to accomplish a work assignment.
A7. Repair electrical equipment (e.g., wiring, switches, lighting, transformers, high voltage, switchboards, motor control centers, etc.) in order to accomplish a work assignment.
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
Personal Characteristics:
PC1. Must be reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees or that of inmates/youthful offender.
PC2. Tact, high moral standards, patience, and emotional stability
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification