Trades Technician I, II, III, IV (Electrical - Water Production)
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Trades Technician I, II, III, IV (Electrical - Water Production)
Salary
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Location
Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type
Full-Time Merit
Job Number
25-03296
Department
Department of Water Resources
Opening Date
07/28/2025
Closing Date
8/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Class Summary
Position Grades:
Trades Technician I - A12(3) - $41,669
Trades Technician II - B21(3) - $43,238 - $56,210
Trades Technician III - B23(3) - $51,237 - $66,608
Trades Technician IV - B31(3) - $55,721 - $72,437
Job Description
This position is responsible for performing installation, maintain, troubleshooting and repair a variety of electrical and instrumentation equipment, electrical systems, sub-systems, circuits and controls such as motors, service equipment, generators, controllers, electrically operated valves and pumps, welding machines, electronic controls, microprocessors, transformers, services, branch circuits and other components / facilities as assigned. In some instances, responsibilities may include working on alarm systems, instrumentation, distributed control systems, communication systems, and/or PLC programming and repair related to the operational control and monitoring of water treatment for the Department of Water Resources. Independent judgment is used in accomplishing assigned tasks.
Work also includes implementing scheduled maintenance programs using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Work may involve off-hour standby, various work shifts/hours, weekends, and, occasionally, mandatory overtime.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in industrial maintenance and repair, knowledge and experience working with commercial voltages, energized circuits, drawings, diagrams, and applicable codes.
This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace.
Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Trades Technician I :
Grade A12(3) - $41,669
High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above;
Class A Commercial Driver's License must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Valid Driver's License from state of residency;
Trades Technician II :
Grade B21(3) - $43,238 - $56,210
High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
Two (2) years of trades experience
Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Class A Commercial Driver's License must be obtained with 12 months of employment.
Valid Driver's License
Trades Technician III :
Grade B23(3) - $51,327 - $66,608
High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
Four (4) years of trades experience
Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Class A Commercial Driver's License must be obtained with 12 months of employment.
Valid Driver's License
Trades Technician IV :
Grade B31(3) - $55,721 - $72,437
High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible trades experience, some of which is in a supervisory capacity:
Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Class A Commercial Driver's License must be obtained with 12 months of employment.
Valid Driver's License
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click one of the links below: Trades Technician I (https://secure.neogov.com/v4/ui/classspec/detail/a1942021ea6955bf4c5fab450be52c3d)
Trades Technician II
Trades Technician III (https://secure.neogov.com/v4/ui/classspec/detail/b179bdea062cf200ab3a6ee101897c6d)
Trades Technician IV
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Department of Water Resources
Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (Department) is a publicly owned utility committed to delivering superior services to a vibrantly connected community. The employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) represent our inclusive culture which advances our commitment to excellence in service, stewardship, integrity, and innovation. The Department and its staff are widely recognized for superior service in the maintenance and operation of almost 9, 000 miles of water, wastewater, and stormwater lines, as well as the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledges to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable resource.
For more information about this department, please click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/departments/water) .
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess)
FAQs
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) .
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How many years of trades experience do you have?
none
Less than 1 year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years to less than 6 years
6 years to less than 7 years
7 years to less than 8 years
8 years to less than 9 years
9 years to less than 10 years
10 or more years
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Describe your trades experience. If none, @type N/A.
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Do you have a valid commercial driver's license?
Yes
No
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If you do not have a valid commercial driver's license, do you have the ability to obtain one in 12 months?
Yes
No
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Please describe your trades experience in a supervisory capacity. If none, @type N/A.
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Please describe your industrial electrical experience. If none, @type N/A.
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Please select which of the licenses that you hold if any.
GA Electrical Restricted License
GA Electrical Unrestricted License
None
Required Question
Employer
Gwinnett County
Address
75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone
770.822.7915 770.822.7923
Website
http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com
