Apprentice Electrician

REPORTS TO: Electrical Coordinator

DEPARTMENT/CAMPUS: Facility & School Services:
Maintenance

PAY GRADE/DUTY DAYS: $22.49 (estimated midpoint), 240

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Purpose Summary
This position is responsible for assisting other electricians in the diagnosing, repairing, installation, testing, and maintaining of high and low voltage electrical equipment and related systems in order to assist in providing for the safe condition and operation of all electrical equipment and systems within the District’s facilities.

• Performs periodic checks and replacement of lamps.
• Completes replacement of ballasts, as necessary.
• Assists in repairs, replacements, and installations of lighting fixtures and electrical equipment.
• Assists with the training of technician electrician personnel, as assigned.
• Assists other personnel, as needed.
• Uses safety equipment, supplies, and procedures to perform job duties, as required.
• Reports fire, safety, and sanitary hazards and needed repairs to appropriate personnel.
• Stores and shelves equipment and other supplies in accordance with applicable protocols.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a safe operating condition.
• Maintains preventive maintenance procedures, records, and reports.
• Transports various items including, without limitation, tools, equipment, and supplies, to specified job location to carry out assigned tasks.
• Operates equipment including, without limitation, District vehicles, electric carts, electric power lifts, and use of ladders.

• Performs all assigned work activities in accordance with standard procedures and protocols established by the department and District, and in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, protocols, practices, codes, and requirements as set forth by regulations and governing entities including, without limitation, Texas Education Agency, and Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.
• Demonstrates and maintains relevant and up-to-date working knowledge and understanding of requirements and standards relevant to the job function.
• Monitors respective work activity for variances and anomalies.
• Identifies and timely reports any known or suspected compliance issues to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with audits and the preparation for audits, whether initiated internally or externally, as assigned.
• Adheres to all other District wide policies and procedures including, but not limited to, human resources, safety, and emergency protocols.

• Demonstrates support towards the District’s Shared Vision, Mission, and Promise 2 Purpose.
• Assists department leadership in the compilation of miscellaneous confidential reports.
• Attends departmental and organizational meetings, as required.
• Participates in continuing education programs and related activities to maintain proficient understanding and working knowledge relevant to the job function and trade.
• Displays integrity, responsibility, accountability, teamwork, and ethics.
• Performs assigned job duties and responsibilities in accordance with established performance expectations, as well as with District policies, procedures, protocols and standard practices.
• Demonstrates proficient working knowledge and understanding in the proper usage of tools, equipment, and materials necessary for carrying out all essential duties and responsibilities of the job function.
• Demonstrates general basic working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, Google Shared applications to include Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Slides, as well as mobile systems and database applications relevant to the job function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent GED
• Active, In Good Standing, and Duly licensed Apprentice Electrician by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation
• Valid and active Texas Driver’s License

This position requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time, as well as climbing, bending, working on ladders and scaffolds, lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 50 lbs, as well as frequent use and maintenance of visual acuity. This position will regularly work within both an indoor climate controlled setting, as well as an outdoor non-climate controlled setting with frequent exposure to low voltage and high voltage electrical equipment and related systems, occasional to frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, inclement weather conditions, dust, fumes, and odors, as well as occasional to frequent exposure to mechanical, electrical, hazardous chemical agents and related hazards.

This position requires frequent operating of a motor vehicle on public roadways commuting to various facilities within the District, and will be required to periodically work irregular hours, and without advance notice.