Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install electrical systems, services, and equipment for the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical systems and fixtures in district facilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:           

Valid journeyman electrician license

Master electrician license(preferred)

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

Experience working in public school environment

Knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring and operating principles of motors

Knowledge of current electrical codes and ordinances

Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience:

Minimum four years of experience in the electrical field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope; Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Organizational Climate

The electrician fosters positive organization morale through activities such as the following:

• Reinforce excellence by employing the Del Valle ISD motto “Whatever it takes”
• Promote a positive caring climate and work environment
• Use effective communication skills
• Positive role model that supports the mission of the school district

Organization Improvement

The electrician promotes efforts to improve the school or organization through activities such as the following:

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, doors, locks and hardware
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building locks and hardware, including lockers, furniture, and equipment
• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, control and distribution apparatus, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
• Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment and test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components.
• Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
• Measure, assemble, and install electrical conduit using measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, and dryers.
• Receive and complete work orders in a timely manner. Select material and hardware and calculate time and materials estimates. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to schedule and complete projects.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Safety
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to make sure that equipment is in safe operating condition.

Organization Management

The electrician manages administrative, fiscal, and facilities functions responsibly through activities such as the following:

• Complete repairs as requested on work orders

Qualities of Effective Maintenance Workers

The electrician exhibits effective qualities through activities such as the following:

• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

• Operate light truck
• Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required
• Respond to emergency calls when requested
• Shall comply with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
• Shall comply with the standards of conduct set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, or standards

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Equipment:

• Electrical measuring and testing equipment , power tools (drill, saw, etc.), hand tools, welder (gas and electric air), and light truck or van and other equipment applicable to position

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Work irregular and extended work hours to include holidays and weekends
• Continual walking, standing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Work outside and inside
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards
• Work around moving objects or vehicles
• Occasional district wide and statewide travel