Maintenance Engineer III - Electrician

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer - Electrician
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Maintenance Lead
Dept./School: Facility Services Department
Date Revised: 07/2013

Primary

Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain and repair electrical systems and their components district wide such as outlets, wiring, electrical fixtures, conduit, electrical enclosures, switch gear, motors, switches, power panels and other general electrical equipment. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical systems in district facilities.

Education/Certification:
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License
Valid Texas Driver's License

Special Knowledge/

Skills:


Knowledge of latest electrical repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
Knowledge of installing, repairing and operating building electrical and emergency power generation systems
Knowledge of current National Electric Code (NEC)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
Ability to use hand and power tools
Meet minimum physical requirements (pre-employment examination required)
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written

Five years experience in electrical field

• Determines the cost and type of materials needed for electrical projects.
• Conducts project review and planning.
• Troubleshoots and repairs wire circuits including distribution panels, transformers, motor control centers and automatic transfer switches.
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains electrical control circuits for motors and control devices for various electrical systems.
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, tests and maintains emergency generators, power distribution systems and various electrical systems, components and equipment to insure proper operation.
• Enter and complete work orders as requested.
• Responsible for safe condition of assigned facilities.
• Must have regular and consistent attendance.
• Participate in meetings and staff development as designed by district staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Electrical measurement devices (multimeter, circuit tracer, etc.), power tools (drill, saw, etc.), hand tools, shop tools (band saw, table saw), ladders, and lifts.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking and standing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors. Exposure to mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards. Work around moving objects or vehicles.

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.