Competition # 14/165 Internal/External Posting Closing date: November 19, 2014 Sub Foreman - Wireman Engineering and Public Works Department JOB DESCRIPTION 1. Descriptive work title: Sub-Foreman - Wireman 2. Classification: Sub-Foreman 3. Position No.: 706 4. Work Group: Public Works 5. Descriptive work title of immediate Supervisor: Electrical Foreman 6. Classification of immediate Supervisor: Union - IBEW 230 7. Position Function: Oversees and performs functions related to the design, maintenance, documentation and implementation of all City electrical infrastructure. Oversees up to four journeymen, apprentices and contractors in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical infrastructure. 8. Duties: A. Principal Duties Involve: 1. Coordinate, assign, review and participate in the work with journeymen, contractors and apprentices involved in the construction, installation, service and repair of electrical infrastructure. 2. Is responsible for schedules, procedures and meeting established performance and safety standards; and review timesheets. 3. Provide for employee training and input to employee performance appraisals. B. Other Duties Include: 1. Oversees and participates in the design, review and estimation of electrical infrastructure as applied to work projects. 2. Compiles related work reports, records, and as built drawings. 3. Consults with and co-ordinates with other outside agencies such as BC Hydro, consulting engineers, technicians, inspectors, and the general public. 4. Prioritize and organize the work of the staff under their direction. 5. Carry out a preventative maintenance program for all electrical infrastructure. 6. Maintain accurate electrical records and maintenance documentation. 7. Evaluate and assess technical information on electrical equipment and make recommendations regarding their acquisition as they relate to electrical infrastructure. 8. Create and modify design specifications for electrical equipment as required. 9. Review Engineering reports, drawings and proposals and make related recommendations. 10. Create, update and maintain databases, technical drawings, inventory lists and documentation. 11. Prepare technical site inspection reports and arrange for testing and certification of electrical installations ensuring conformance to standard set by the Canadian Electrical Code. 12. Prepare specifications and tender documents, job cost analysis, monitor project costs, progress reports and verify expenditures. 13. Consult and coordinate with agencies such as other Municipalities, Regional or Provincial Governments or Public Utilities and the general public as they relate to electrical infrastructure. 14. May be requested to substitute in a more senior position. 9. What manuals, legislation, documented procedures, and policies control the performance of the above duties: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Canadian Electrical Code, current edition and updates. BC amendments, Canadian Electrical Code MMCD IMSA Level 1 & 2 Documents BC Hydro Applications and Data Industrial Health and Safety Regulations, WSBC City of Victoria Policies City of Victoria Standard Job Procedures IBEW Local 230 collective agreement 10. Use of personal vehicle not required. 11. Normal hours of work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (an 8 hour period within this range) 12. Detail any adverse conditions which the position may involve: Subject to callout at any hour or day to assess/dispatch emergency response/repairs due to accidents, storms, or equipment failures 24 hours a day. Able to work in confined spaces. 13. Qualifications Required for this Position – Basic Qualifications: Education: High school graduation. Current and valid Interprovincial Red Seal Trades Qualification as an Electrician. Current and valid Class 5 BC Driver's License. Meet the qualifications for a Field Safety Representative. Accredited courses in Management and Leadership Studies (80 hrs). Completion of a course, and up to date knowledge, in the CEC. Skills: A working knowledge of electrical infrastructure. Organize and prioritize the work of staff. Understand and apply the techniques of electrical infrastructure repair and service. Ability to understand and implement wireless technologies. Use hand, power, measuring tools and diagnostic instruments of the trade. Read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and related codes. Maintain accurate records. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Represent the City to the public and outside agencies. Work safely and coordinate a safety program. Working level operation of current City word processing, spreadsheet and related specialty software. Experience: 4 years of Journeyman experience, including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Independence: Work is generated by a maintenance schedule, requests from other sections or from Supervisor. Work is reviewed through reports to Supervisor. 14. Preferred Qualifications: High Voltage Close Proximity course. (1 day) IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 Certification IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician Level 1 Certification 15. Working Conditions: Lift and move heavy material and equipment Work in awkward positions – bent over with hands in the air Periods of intense concentration while diagnosing problems Required to look at computer screen Exposure to gas and fumes (vehicle exhaust). Work outside in all weather conditions. Work outside in close proximity to traffic. Ability to work from heights. Ability to work in confined spaces. Work schedule: Continuous, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday $38.77 per hour This is an IBEW Local 230 Position All applications must be submitted to City of Victoria, Human Resources Department by 4:30 P.M. on the closing date noted above. City of Victoria Human Resources Mailing and in person: 627 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, B.C. Online: www.victoria.ca/jobs Fax: 250-361-0238