Facility Electrician -DOE

Under the supervision of the Director of Facility Services, coordinator and facility electrician senior, the Facility Electrician performs journey-level duties and responsibilities in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs of electrical and high-voltage circuits, systems, and equipment according to specifications and code.

• Perform journey-level duties and responsibilities in the installation, diagnosis, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electrical and high-voltage circuits, systems and equipment according to specifications and code (e.g., lighting, outlets, electric motors, alarms, panels, scoreboards, sprinkler controls, pumps, electronic controls, gas controls, hot water and steam controls, electric heating systems, compressors, thermostats, valves, kitchen equipment hook-ups, safety systems, emergency lighting, clock systems and other electrical machinery and equipment).
• Order necessary supplies and equipment as needed.
• Provide support to other facility areas as needed.
• Assess equipment safety and make repairs. Follow proper operating procedures with all equipment to avoid injury.
• May respond to facility emergencies. Shift work or on‑call duties may be required.
• Drive a facility vehicle for transportation to work sites. Inspect vehicles as required.
• This position requires punctual and regular daily attendance.

• Requires High School diploma, GED or equivalent as reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Verification may be required.
• Requires a minimum of four years previous work experience with demonstrated competence as an electrician. Completion of approved formal trade-specific program is highly preferred. Education and experience may be combined.
• Utah State Electrical license preferred.
• Requires the ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Requires a basic knowledge of State and city building codes.
• Must demonstrate competence in reading, writing and math.
• Requires skills and working knowledge to work independently at the technician level with ability to assess and resolve problems.
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills. Has extensive interaction with other department administrators, contractors, vendors, school administrators and staff, custodians and some District administrators. Students are frequently close by as work is being performed.
• Must be competent in use, care and maintenance of needed tools and equipment.
• Requires ability to communicate clearly. Basic computer skills required.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of S.D.S. safety procedures.
• Must be self‑motivated and proactive in completing tasks with minimal direction.
• Requires a valid Utah Driver's license.