Journeyman Electrician – District Facilities & Maintenance

Maintenance/Operations
- Position
- Other

Job Number

Start Date 03/18/2025

Open Date 03/18/2025

Closing Date

Reports to:

MEP Lead
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 Electrical License with the State of Texas
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
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.
16. Other duties as assigned

Safety
17. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
18. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
19. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
20. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing,
etc.
21. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor
immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Lead trade apprentice as needed.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand and power tools to
include 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
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

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and