Electrician I

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs skilled and minor supervisory work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, units, and related equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Participates in making layouts and sketches of major electrical projects and in preparing estimates of materials, time, and labor necessary to complete jobs.
• Acts as work leader of a crew of skilled electricians and helpers on long or major projects, assigning duties, and inspecting completed work.
• Maintains and repairs motors in the heating, ventilating, and water systems in all buildings.
• Inspects and repairs motor controls; pulls defective motors and makes shop repairs, such as turning armatures and replacing bearings and other parts.
• Performs the more difficult phases of installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, controls, and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or State Approved High School Equivalency. Three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of a variety of electrical equipment and high amperage electrical systems. Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic basic principle as applied to electrical systems maintenance.
• Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools, equipment and practices of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Skill in the care and use of tools of and equipment of the electrical trade.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams, schematics, technical drawings, etc.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply training and experience to electrical systems maintenance.
• Ability to analyze, locate and correct troubles efficiently in electrical systems.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and with members of the general public.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Georgia class C driver's license. Ability to respond to emergency calls and to work overtime as required.

Salary/Terms/Benefits:

• 239 day work year; 8 hours per day
• Salary: Grade 121 - Placement on salary schedule based on years of experience. Up to ten (10) years allowed. The stated salary range reflects the opportunity for pay over the course of the employee's tenure. The top pay is not a potential starting salary.
• Excellent benefits package (including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); annual, personal and sick leave; membership in State Retirement System.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Complete an online application.
• Submit three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
• Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications will be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.

Bibb County Public Schools has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.