Title: Cable Splicer/Electrician Advanced Apprentice with class A

Department: Substation Maintenance

Location:

Sacramento, CA, US, 95827-3824

Category: Skilled/Craft/Trades

Minimum Pay Rate: $43.65 per hour

Maximum Pay Rate: $64.89 per hour

Apply by Date: 07/31/2024

Posting Type: Open

The intent of this job posting is to fill one regular full time position and establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill current and future, permanent and limited-term, vacancies for up to two (2) years.

We are posting this opportunity for a Cable Splicer/Electrician Advanced Apprentice along with a journey level Cable Splicer/Electrician. The department will be filling only one position at either level. If you are interested in also being considered for a journey Cable Splicer/Electrician, you will need to apply to that requisition separately.

Introduction

Every day at SMUD, we deliver power to more than 1.4 million customers throughout the Sacramento area. As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric service, we have been providing low-cost, reliable electricity for over 70 years. We are a recognized industry leader and award winner for our innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and for our sustainable solutions for a healthier environment. Through the efforts of the 2,200 people that power us, we work 24/7 to keep the lights on and provide our customers with innovative energy solutions. We’re one of the region’s largest employers, with a reputation for attracting, developing and retaining some of the most talented employees around.

IBEW General Wage Increases

• 3.0% Annual Wage Increase received in 2024

• 3.25% Annual Wage Increase in 2025

Position Benefits:

• Strong safety culture

• Stability of crews

• Highly customized line trucks

• Service territory doesn't require out of town travel

• Opportunities for advancement

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Retirement through Public Employees Retirement System

• 457 and 401(k) plans available

• Flexible Savings Account Short and Long Term Disability

• Employee and Spouse Life Insurance

RESUME REQUIREMENTS: This position requires your completion of at least the 36-month level of a 54-month formal recognized electrical apprenticeship program that includes splicing and terminating various medium and high voltage cable types, or equivalent experience as it relates to the essential job functions for this position. To be considered qualified, you must clearly demonstrate on your resume or cover letter that you meet this requirement.

Qualified candidates from this process may be invited to a written and/or performance examination, which will be held to determine levels of skill and ability.

Purpose

Under the guidance of journey-level Cable Splicer/ Electricians or other authorized persons, performs work involved with learning the installation, maintenance, repair, and removal of underground cables and other underground electrical equipment. Splices all types of underground cables within a full range of voltages, including but not limited to, fiber optic, communication, and low and high voltage power distribution cables.

Nature and Scope

This series is assigned to distribution services. This is the Apprentice-level class for which there is an advanced apprenticeship. The work performed in this class is distinguished from the Lineman/Woman in that the Cable Splicer/Electrician splices and terminates cables of various voltage ratings using tapes rather than preformed devices, requiring specialized skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cable Splicer/Electrician Apprentice:

• At the Apprentice level, incumbent is in a learning capacity and assists in the duties specified below for a Cable Splicer/Electrician. Incumbents are expected to complete a 36-month apprenticeship before eligible for the higher-level Advanced Apprentice class.

• Cable Splicer/Electrician will perform these duties as a fully qualified and experienced journey level:

• Installs, maintains, repairs, and removes high and low voltage underground cables and other underground electrical equipment.

• Splices all types of underground cables within a full range of voltages, including but not limited to, fiber optic, communication, and low and high voltage power distribution cables.

• Operates, installs, drays, maintains and repairs electrical equipment associated with underground cable work this ranges from cathodic and other protection systems, transformers, relays, switches, disconnects, switch boards, control systems, fire and smoke detection and control systems, ground fault protection systems, motors, and network protectors.

• Works on or around energized high and low voltage equipment.

• Operates equipment such as boom and bucket trucks, aerial equipment, pullers, and forklifts.

• Reads and interprets written documentation such as maps, mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics, and equipment technical manuals.

Required Experience

• Relevant work experience to provide the necessary knowledge and skills.

Required Licenses/Certificates

Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License and a satisfactory driving record not more than two moving violations in the last two years.

Knowledge Of

High and low voltage cable installation, splicing and terminating; Theory and operation of power transformers, circuit breakers, relays, fuses and limiters, and related electrical equipment; Basic electrical theory including mathematics and algebra, electrical terminology, electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; hand/power tools and test equipment used in installation and repair of electrical equipment; appropriate use of English grammar in order to understand and comprehend instructions and communicate information.

Skills To

Comprehend and apply technical information in shop manuals and training texts; follow written and oral instructions for installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment; develop and maintain effective working relationships with all groups of individuals; complete forms, requisitions, reports, and document work performed; perform work at heights, below ground in vaults, manholes and other confined spaces, and use ladders in a safe manner; perform required math calculations, including algebra and trigonometry; distinguish colors; safely lift and carry 80 pounds and move heavy cylinders.

Desirable Qualifications

• Progressively responsible experience in the installation, connection, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment used in Network and Underground high and low voltage distribution systems.

• Progressively responsible experience and training splicing and terminating high, medium and low voltage power cables.

• Experience equivalent to at least the 36-month level of a 54-month formal recognized electrical apprenticeship program.

Desirable License/Certificate

• Must have the ability to acquire and maintain a Commercial Class A driver's license within 6 months of hire date.

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are

As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.

An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.

SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.

SMUD will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or person 40 years old or older. SMUD will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

Why Sacramento, California?

The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.

On-site Work

This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks.

SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Req ID: 1516