Electrician

Howard County Public School System • Thomasville, NC

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About The Position

This is a skilled and technical level operations position. Under the direction of Building Maintenance Management, the Electrician plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of school facilities by maintaining and repairing essential electrical equipment and control systems. This position is responsible for the preventative maintenance and repairs of power outlets, light fixtures, lighting controls, motors/starters for various building equipment, public address systems, scoreboards, and other low-voltage systems across all school sites. Assignments are carried out in accordance with accepted electrical trade standards and applicable codes and regulations. Work is reviewed periodically on a project basis. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of standard electrical practices, methods, tools, instruments, and equipment.
• Thorough working knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium and low-voltage power systems.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools utilized in the electrical trade.
• Ability to organize work, read engineering drawings, sketches, diagrams and specifications.
• Ability to interpret and prepare work orders with respect to time and materials used.
• Ability to troubleshoot and determine damage to electrical equipment and ensure repairs meet safety regulations and electrical codes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and good working relationships with fellow workers and school administration.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Knowledge of principles of safety as they relate to the trade.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week.
• Ability to climb and work from scaffolds, ladders, catwalks, aerial lifts, and bucket trucks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with administrators and custodial staff and get along well with others.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climb, and use arm and hand movements.
• Ability to carry tools and to handle materials and equipment of 80 to 100 pounds.
• Ability to crawl in, under, over, or through equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Possession of a Maryland Class C driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Prior to any employment offer, the selected candidate will need to provide a copy of their license and consent to a review of their driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or trade‑related technical coursework.
• Previous experience with lighting control systems, public address systems, or generators.
• Experience working in an institutional, commercial, or public‑sector facilities environment.
• Possession of journey level electrician license.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains electrical distribution systems, branch circuits, power outlets, light fixtures, lighting controls, motors/starters, public address systems and other low-voltage systems within school facilities.
• Assists senior electricians with complex repairs, installations, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, public address systems, motor/starter systems, low-voltage systems, and control wiring.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs electrical issues including power outages, short circuits, and system malfunctions.
• Ensures compliance with NEC, NFPA, and state/local electrical codes in all work performed.
• The employee is responsible for the use of safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation and supplies related to their job.
• The employee is further responsible for correcting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees, students, or staff assigned to the building and reporting same to the appropriate administrator.
• The employee is responsible for the safety and maintenance condition of their assigned vehicle.

Benefits

• HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED