NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician (0387)

Dept./Campus: Facilities, Planning & Construction

Reports to: Executive Director of Facilities                                    
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt                                                   
Pay Grade: M30                                                                                                             

Duty Days: 261

Date Revised: 05/2024
                                                                                                     

Primary Purpose:

Installation, trouble shooting, PM, & maintenance, repair, and installation of all electrical equipment,

transformers, panels, lights, plugs, wiring, and electrical motors in the district, in order to minimize interruption of the education process. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical fixtures and systems in the district.

Qualifications: 

• Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier.
• Valid Texas driver’s license (meet district qualifications to drive district vehicle)
• Journeyman Electrical license (City of Fort Worth) – Must Maintain Licensure
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to install & troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference materials.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors
• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• 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.
• Minimum of five (5) years previous experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial electrical.

Major Responsibilities & Duties:

Maintenance and Repair:

1. Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
2. Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
3. 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.
4. Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
5. Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
6. Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
7. Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
8. Receive and complete work orders.
9. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
10. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
11. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
12. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
13. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
14. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
15. Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety:

16. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
17. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
18. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
19. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
20. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
21. Demonstrate acceptable work habits including regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability, and promptness.
22. Inspect and repair all HVAC disconnects.
23. Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 
N/A

Equipment Used:

Volt and AMP probe

Multi meters

Ohmmeter

Oscilloscope

Testing equipment

Soldering iron

Wire puller

Piper bender

Threader

Trencher

Jackhammer

Concrete saw

Ladder

Light truck or van

Fork lifts

Power tools

Hand tools

Pipe wrenches

Saws, drills

Scaffolds/ladders          

Man lifts, boom lifts, & scissor lifts

Heavy equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.

Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel.

Ability to meet deadlines and alter work priorities.

Physical Demands:

Frequent driving of vehicles

Continuous working with machinery

Continuous climbing of ladders and stairs

Continuous walking

Continuous pulling, lifting carrying and dragging.

Continuous squatting

Frequent working at heights

Frequent stooping

Frequent crawling

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Frequent bending         

Sensory Requirements:

Significant hearing

Near vision

Far vision.

Peripheral vision

Color discrimination.

Depth perception

Environment:  

Subject to temperature extremes

Subject to frequent interruptions

Subject to frequent deadlines

Subject to wet slippery surfaces

Subject to enclosed spaces

Exposure to fumes

Exposure to dust

Exposure to solvents

Exposure to toxic chemicals/materials

Exposure to noise

Exposure to high voltage

Exposure to rain, snow, sleet, lightning, wind, sun, ice

Exposure to roof tar, grease, oils

Exposure to insulation fibers

Exposure to ceiling tile fibers

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.