Electrician Apprenticeship

TITLE: Electrician Apprenticeship

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Apprentices will perform skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits, systems and equipment; perform duties in collaboration with other trades areas as required in order to maintain District facilities.

Program Details:

Apprentices must successfully and satisfactorily complete all assigned classroom and equipment training, including on-the-job training hours and related training instruction hours. During participation in the program, apprentices will be employed and paid as an Electrician apprentice. After successful completion of the program, apprentices will transition into an Electrician position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education of a High School Diploma or equivalent required
2. State of Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
3. Valid Arizona Driver’s License

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

Tempe Elementary Schools will support the apprentice while on job:

• Attending evening classes every week.
• Completing all required apprenticeship training assignment
• Graduate the Electrician Apprenticeship Program
• Earn State of Arizona Certificate of Completion
• Earn Department of Labor Certificate of Completion
• Transition fully into Electrician role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, maintain and repair a variety of electrical equipment and controls including lighting systems, branch circuitry, power distribution and control circuitry.
• Install electrical services for new equipment including computer labs, recirculation desks, kitchen equipment, copiers, printers, A/C units, kilns, classroom relocations.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and service fire alarm systems for the safety of students and personnel.
• Maintain and service intercom systems, kitchen equipment, and security systems.
• Inspect and test various electrical systems for proper functioning.
• Revamp electrical systems for remodels and renovations.
• Support schools with electrical needs for other activities such as fund raising events, PTA events, and Kid Zone.
• Maintain records on time, labor and materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Skill in both verbal and written communication
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Hazardous chemicals and dangerous machinery

Potential physical harm

Exposure to extreme weather conditions

Restricted movement, dirty environment

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Bend, stoop, and reach

Lift up to 80 pounds of materials

Climb to various heights and work in confined spaces

Drive District vehicle

CATEGORY: Classified

WORK YEAR: 12 months

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Facilities Management For Learners

REPORTS TO: Facilities Management Department Sr – Electrical or Supervisor of Facilities

Management For Learners

EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES: N/A

PREPARED: October 2024