FOREMAN OF ELECTRICAL MECHANICS

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Foreman of Electrical Mechanics

Department of Water Management

Bureau of Water Supply

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $63.53/hour

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS, LOCAL 134 - BARGAINING UNIT 32. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Applications for this position will be accepted from 10/28/25, until 11:59pm CDT on 11/11/25

The City of Chicago's Department of Water Management is seeking a Foreman of Electrical Mechanics to supervise journey-level electrical mechanics engaged in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment found in water purification plants and substations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Studies blueprints, specifications, and work orders and inspects work sites to assess installation, repair work, and maintenance required, determine equipment and materials needed, and plan work processes

• Prepares cost estimates of labor, materials, equipment, and manpower needed to complete installation and repair jobs

• Plans, assigns, and schedules electrical jobs based on established priorities and the availability of resources

• Orders materials, equipment, and supplies and coordinates delivery to work sites

• Supervises work in progress to ensure efficiency, timeliness, and adherence to safety procedures

• Inspects completed jobs for compliance with specifications, established quality standards, and applicable municipal codes

• Assists in performing complex electrical jobs

• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and evaluates their performance

• Works with other trades at job sites to ensure efficiency of operations

• Approves employee time records

• Maintains work records and prepares project status reports

• Tests new work equipment and makes recommendations for possible acquisition

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: Varies

Days: Monday through Friday

Hours: Varies

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

* Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered electrical mechanic apprenticeship training program and journeyman status, plus two years of journey-level electrical mechanic work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

* A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

* Some positions may require a first-class FCC license

WORKING CONDITIONS

* General office environment * Exposure to outdoor weather conditions * Exposure to loud noise, fumes or dust, oily or wet environment * Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., electrical machinery) *Work performed above or below ground level

EQUIPMENT

* Standard office equipment (e.g., telephone, printer, photocopier, fax machine, calculator) * Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer, computer terminals, hand-held computer, modems) * Hand tools (e.g., hammer, screwdriver, wrench, pliers) * Power tools (e.g., cutting and threading machines) * Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, gloves, vest, pads) * Testing and monitoring equipment (e.g., ammeters, oscilloscopes)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds) is required * Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time * Ability to quickly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one's body, arms, and/or legs * Ability to move one's hands and arms to grasp or manipulate objects * Ability to climb staircases, ladders, and/or step stools * Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

* Principles, work methods and techniques of the electrical trade * Repair, maintenance, and preventative maintenance methods, practices, and procedures applicable to the electrical trade * Applicable safety and code standards specific to the electrical trade (e.g., National Electrical Code, OSHA standards) * Use of safety equipment and protective gear *Applicable safety principles, methods, practices and procedures * Municipal building, airport, water purification plant, and substation mechanical and electrical systems * Applicable test instruments and hand and power tools * Equipment and materials specific to the electrical trade * Electrical regulations and requirements found in the City of Chicago's building code *Supervisory principles, methods, practices, and procedures *Knowledge of applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and ordinances

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to successfully pass a written test / skills assessment and complete an interview. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after test results have been analyzed and compiled. The interviewed candidate(s) receiving a passing score on the test and possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

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The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor