Position:                Electrician

Term:                     12 Months

Classification:       Classified/Non-exempt 

Location:               District Wide

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• City of Joplin Journeyman Electricians License;
• Three years of experience or recognized apprenticeship;
• Class E Drivers license (Chauffer or better) with good driving record

Supervisory:          No

Reports to:            Director of Facilities

Code:

Job Code:

 

Employees in this position are expected to perform a variety of skilled electrician work in the maintenance, and repair of buildings and facilities, and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. 

 

General Expectations

• Supports the mission of Joplin Schools.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines.

 

Essential Functions

 

• Installation and repair of indoor lighting and outdoor security lighting

• Troubleshoot and repair scoreboards

• Troubleshoot intercom systems, PA systems, emergency, lighting, and fire alarms

• Maintain emergency and exit lighting

• Install and maintain electrical systems on the stage lighting

• Installation of electrical systems for computers

• Maintain electrical system on bus engine warning system

• Check electrical controls on boiler systems

• Troubleshoot telephone problems and schedule repairs

• Troubleshoot and repair security cameras

• Troubleshoot and repair elevators and chair lifts

• Troubleshoot security alarm systems

• Troubleshoot and make necessary repairs to kitchen equipment

• Operate bucket trucks and become a bucket truck safety trainer

• Have a general knowledge of HVAC units

• Work cooperatively with all skilled craft in the planning and implementation of all projects

• Maintain a Material Safety Data Sheet and file

• Work cooperatively with other district electricians

• Carry out all other duties as assigned

 

 

Physical Demands

 

• Occasionally lift, push or pull over 100 pounds

 

• Lift, push, pull, and otherwise handle equipment and tools
• Frequently squat or kneel to the ground
• Occasionally crawl in tight spaces
• Frequently bend and twist while operating tools and equipment
• Frequently walk up and down stairs
• Frequently climb and descend ladders
• Frequently use repetitive arm, wrist and hand movements
• Use close, distance and peripheral vision as well as depth perception

 

Attendance

Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.  

 

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

Conditions and Environment

Environment is that of a typical school and work shop settings. The individual who holds this position must: 

• Frequently work in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 100 degrees Fahrenheit

• Occasionally work in rain, sleet and ice and drive on slippery conditions
• Often work in an area with a high noise level including engine noise and the sound of many children speaking, a raised voice may be necessary

 

Note:  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.