Electrician-M7

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor DEPT./SCHOOL: Maintenance -260 days

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install electrical systems, services, and equipment for the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical fixtures and systems in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Valid Journeyman license

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors

Knowledge of local electrical codes

Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience:

Five years experience in electrical field

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical codes, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
• Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
• Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
• Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
• Measure, cut, bend, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, and conduit bender.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Recommend material and hardware and make cost estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Confirm job completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building administrators and supervisors to complete projects.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Must be available for emergency response as determined by the On-Call Supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical panels and systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that all personal protective equipment is in good condition.
• Work from elevated work platforms at various heights.
• Work in and around energized panels and circuits.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Equipment Used:

Digital multi-meter, ohmmeter, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe bender; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder, elevated work platforms, light trucks and vans.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around electrical power lines, outside and inside. Working at heights up to 100’. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved by Date