Electrician - Building Services

Albemarle County Public Schools•Charlottesville, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Electrician Building Services Department Full-time ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools . General Definition of Work: Performs responsible skilled work in the repair and installation of electrical lines, fixtures, and equipment; does related work as required. Supervision may be exercised over semi-skilled and unskilled workers. Maintains acceptable attendance in accordance with Albemarle County guidelines. This position is designated as "Essential Personnel", which requires that employees report to their job site during emergency situations, such as snow, inclement weather, or other emergency situations. May be on call 24 hours, 7 days a week for emergency situations, including weather and other building emergencies.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in installing and repairing electrical wiring systems, controls and electrical machinery and equipment in buildings
thorough knowledge of the provisions of the appropriate Electrical Code, and of pertinent City or State inspection and safety requirements
ability to diagnose and correct electrical power, lighting or communications failures
ability to do field or shop repair on electrical equipment
ability to follow oral and written instructions
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school or vocational school and extensive experience as a general electrician supplemented by course work in electrical field.
Must obtain a valid appropriate electrical license within six months of employment.
Possession of a valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Negative drug screening and tuberculin tests are also required.
Performance of more strenuous physical tasks, such as: walking over rough or uneven surfaces; bending or stooping; working in confined spaces; or lifting or carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds, with occasional lifting of items weighing over 100 pounds.
Complex operation of gasoline, diesel or electric-powered machinery or shop equipment, requiring the manipulation of multiple controls or fine adjustments.
Exposure to potentially disabling/nondisabling injuries or illnesses.
Regular contact made with individuals from: other internal organization units; outside organizations; and the general public for purposes of exchanging factual information which requires some judgement or interpretation in order to be responsive to questions or applicable to a specific situation.
Communication is usually cooperative in nature, with most conflicts resolved by higher authority.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical power and lighting lines, cables and associated parts of circuits
Installs and maintains switches, outlets, fuse boxes, circuit breakers, meters, light fixtures, electrical motors, public address and fire alarm systems
Installs timers for lights, heating plants and water heaters
Tests and repairs electrical equipment and appliances
Provides electrical connections for machinery, installs motors, electrical welding machines and similar equipment
Inspects and tests equipment, electrical control and safety devices
Keeps records of work and makes reports
Assumes prime responsibility for the security of materials, equipment, tools and supplies carried on supporting mobile unit
Establishes appropriate safety practices for school staff and other employees
Assists with providing cost estimates for repairs, installations and maintenance
Moving of snow during the winter
Performs related tasks as required