Electrical Journeyman

261 Days Electrical Journeyman Contact Information Cindy Dering Email: cindy.dering@wylieisd.net 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: • High school diploma or GED equivalent • Valid journeyman electrician license (master’s license stipend available) • 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: • Four years of experience in the electrical field preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair • Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, 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, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender. • Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc. • Receive and complete work orders. • Select material and hardware and make time and material estimates. • Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. • Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. • Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. • Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects. • Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures. • Respond to emergency calls as needed. Safety • Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. • Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. • Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition. • 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. Safety • Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. • Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor. • Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to make sure equipment is in safe operating condition. • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe bender and threader; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van. Working Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; light truck or van Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Electrical Journeyman

Contact Information

Cindy Dering
Email: cindy.dering@wylieisd.net

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:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid journeyman electrician license (master’s license stipend available)
• 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:

• Four years of experience in the electrical field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, 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, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
• Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select material and hardware and make time and material estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• 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.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to make sure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe bender and threader; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress