Electrician

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/ Electrician

Date Posted:
4/15/2025

Location:
Facilities Maintenance & Capital Projects

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

April 15, 2025 POSITION: Electrician

LOCATION: Facilities

JOB SUMMARY:
The Dougherty County School System is seeking a qualified and dedicated Electrician to join our Facilities & Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing skilled electrical work in the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems across district buildings and facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Technical training in electrical system installation, repair and maintenance;
2. Experience as an electrician in all phases of electrical work;
3. Minimum of 5 years of professional electrical experience;
4. Knowledge of state/local electrical codes and safety regulation;
5. Must have valid Georgia Drivers license, and maintain a good driving record;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and the Board may find appropriate.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills;
2. Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects across various district locations;
3. Clear verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with facilities staff, administrators, and vendors;
4. Maintains a courteous, respectful demeanor in a school environment with staff, students, and the public.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, lighting, outlets, and other related systems schools and administrative buildings;
2. Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards;
3. Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems using appropriate testing devices;
4. Coordinate with maintenance staff and contractors as needed;
5. Maintain accurate records of repairs, installations, and inspections;
6. Respond to emergency calls and perform preventative maintenance as scheduled;
7. Assist in energy efficiency and lighting upgrade projects;
8. Performs other such duties needed or assigned by the Supervisor.

WORK/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and crouch for extended periods throughout the workday;
2. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds (occasionally heavier with assistance);
3. Comfortable working on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts at varying heights (including ceilings and rooftops);
4. Capable of performing work in tight spaces, such as crawl spaces, attics, and electrical closets;
5. Able to use hand and power tools with precision and manual dexterity;
6. Visual and auditory ability to safely perform all duties, including reading schematics, identifying wire colors, and hearing alarms or signals;
7. Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot, cold, dusty, or noisy areas;
8. Occasional need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and respirators;
9. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities Services

SALARY RANGE: 12 Month Employee. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by April 21, 2025. INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE. THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY. The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations. Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.

About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 4 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.

Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.