MASTER ELECTRICIAN

261 WORKING DAY CALENDAR, JULY 1ST-JUNE 30TH

INSURANCE, RETIREMENT BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF

8 PAID HOLIDAYS

STARTING AT $41.73/HR, DOE

HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT PER FLSA

REPORTS TO:

Director of Facilities

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Facilities, the Master Electrician plans electrical system additions or modifications for all School District buildings. This position installs, troubleshoots, and repairs the district's power, lighting, and low-voltage systems. Electrician also performs preventive maintenance on electrical components according to the National Electrical and Fire Codes and general maintenance as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and responds to electrical emergencies, which include power outages and hazardous or dangerous equipment requiring immediate attention. May require attention outside of normal working hours.

• Troubleshoots and repairs primary distribution system malfunctions such as ground fault tracing and cable replacement. 

• Monitors and maintains all local, state, and federal safety regulations and guidelines pertaining to electrical and fire code.

• Monitors performance of installed electrical equipment and appliances for hazards. 

   

  • Makes adjustments to electrical equipment and appliances or replaces them as necessary.

  • Plans and responds to maintenance requests within the School District.

  • Checks level of performance using appropriate tools and testing instruments.  

  • Troubleshoots, tests, repairs, and replaces electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances.

• Plans and implements electrical secondary (low voltage) system additions or modifications. 

• Coordinates electrical projects involving outside contractors. 

   

  • Inspects contracted projects to ensure work is completed within timelines and meets National Electrical Code requirements. 

  • Ensures that the Electrical Inspector inspects all contracted electrical work and meets requirements according to the National Electrical and Fire Codes.

• Analyzes and responds to electrical projects assigned by the Director.

   

  • Interprets and updates electrical panel schedules and building or system blueprints. 

  • Plans and implements electrical primary (high voltage) system additions or modifications. 

  • Plans and implements electrical secondary (low voltage) system additions or modifications. 

  • Coordinates electrical projects involving outside contractors. 

  • Inspects contracted projects to ensure work is completed within timelines and meets National Electrical Code requirements. 

  • Ensures that the Electrical Inspector inspects all contracted electrical work and meets requirements according to the National Electrical and Fire Codes.

• Plans, installs, and troubleshoots low voltage systems within the School District, including data, fire alarm, access control, and video systems.

   

  • Interprets and updates electrical panel schedules and building or system blueprints. 

  • Installs, tests, and troubleshoots electrical circuits and equipment using appropriate tools and testing instruments. 

  • Ensures that the electrical inspector inspects all electrical work and meets requirements according to the National Electrical and Fire Codes.

• Establishes and maintains inventory and maintenance programs for electrical equipment, including schematics, diagrams, labeling, and identification.

   

  • Prepares, maintains, and updates electrical schematics and drawings. 

  • Identifies and labels electrical equipment. 

  • Monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement. 

  • Adjust equipment or replace it as necessary. 

  • Inventories and orders spare parts from vendors. 

  • Ensures that additional spares for parts most frequently used are available.

• Assists other staff within the Facilities Department.

   

  • Locates underground utilities. 

  • Plans layout and installs conduit for surveillance, paging, intercoms, and electronic systems.

  • Assists with snow plowing.

  • Assists in responding to Help Desk Tickets as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems and components, including planning additions or modifications. 

• Knowledge of different types of electrical systems including installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, lighting, HVAC, and automation systems. 

• Knowledge of troubleshooting high voltage and low voltage systems.

• Knowledge of schematics, drawings, and blueprints.

• Knowledge of hand, power, and diagnostic tools applicable to trade.

• Knowledge of all safety precautions applicable to trade.

• Knowledge of all safety, electrical, state, federal, and local regulations, codes, and laws applicable to this position. 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED UPON HIRING:   

• Electrical Journeyman License (EE98J). 

• Master Electrician License Preferred or within one year of hire. 

• OSHA High Voltage Certificate or equivalent preferred. 

• Valid Driver's License. 

• Required background check via Fingerprinting.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

• Oral and written communication skills. 

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients. 

• Organizing, designing, planning layouts, installing, and ordering associated components for electrical systems. 

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment, appliances, and systems. 

• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.   

• Ability to use appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to repair, install, replace, and test electrical systems, equipment, and appliances. 

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. 

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints. 

• Ability to isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment. 

• Ability to install and maintain motors, welding equipment, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, and transformers. 

• Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects in the performance of the job. 

WORKPLACE CONDITIONS:

• Severe weather - snow, cold, heat, wind, precipitation.

• Confined spaces.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds overhead.

• Low light.

• Sitting, bending, driving, walking, standing for long durations. 

• Typing, computer, and phone use.

• HAZARDOUS WORKING CONDITIONS:  Work performed by the Master Electrician involves exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and loud noises.  There are risks associated with heavy physical work, which can involve high, precarious positions such as in bucket trucks and on ladders.  Electrical shock is always a potential risk for an Electrician.  The work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations requiring safety precautions, including protective equipment. 

HOURS: 

• Generally, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Electrician is expected to respond to callouts, exigencies, and emergencies. Weather, repairs, and other factors may also dictate working early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position must be available during the time necessary to achieve exceptional results. 

DISCLAIMER:

This job description identifies primary responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and activities. This job description is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and/or program/curriculum changes as directed by the Superintendent(s) or designee(s) of Teton County School District #1. 

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION:  

The Teton County School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.  Any person having inquiries concerning the school’s compliance with the regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) is directed to contact the Civil Rights Compliance Officer (Communications Coordinator), at the office of the School District , 307-733-2704, [email protected] or PO Box 568, 1235 Gregory Lane, Jackson, WY 83001.