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Electric Station Operator 5224 (D) (12/07/23)

Full-Time
DWP - Power
Posted
1 day 13 hours ago

ANNUAL SALARY


$72,119 to $89,616; $73,977 to $91,934; $114,088(flat-rated); $125,593 (flat-rated); $134,801 (flat-rated); $137,286 (flat-rated)


NOTES:


  1. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.

  2. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf.

  3. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.


An Electric Station Operator operates high voltage electric and auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric generating, receiving and distributing stations and in high voltage DC Converter Plants; performs routine inspections, meter readings, and cleaning of high voltage equipment and facilities; prepares reports and documentation related to work activities in station; and does other related duties.


NOTES:


  1. All entry-level positions are temporary training positions as defined in Civil Service Commission Rule 5.30. An Electric Station Operator must successfully complete a two-year intensive on-the-job and classroom training program in order to receive an appointment to a regular Electric Station Operator position.

  2. Assignments are subject to rotating shifts and various work locations throughout the City’s power system.

  3. A trainee must be able to communicate in English in a readily understandable manner and must be able to write clearly and legibly in English.

  4. A trainee will be required to climb a ladder up to 40 feet in height and perform work activities in elevated positions; carry a forty-pound load for a minimum distance of 100 feet; and hold a one and one-half inch fire hose at a minimum operating pressure of 100 psi for the purpose of washing insulators.

  5. See the corresponding “Job Preview” for additional information regarding the duties of an Electric Station Operator in a trainee and/or regular position. The Job Preview is available on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/ElectricStationOperatorJobPreview.pdf. 

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