Electrician

• Ability to diagnosis and repair a wide variety of electrical systems including low voltage access control, PA/Audio systems, sound systems, lighting controls, along with the standard electrical systems. Ability to read and follow electrical schematics and diagrams.

• Inspects facilities, systems and their components, ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance.

• Install electrical systems and components to provide and enhance comfort and safety within facilities.

• Knowledgeable in the use of electrical test and Maintenance equipment and tools. Maintains tools and equipment in safe operating condition.

• Performs journey level skilled maintenance primarily related to electrical systems and low voltage systems, resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns and providing for preventative maintenance.

• Prepares documentation by providing written support and/or conveying information.

• Procures equipment, supplies, and materials needed to maintain inventory and ensuring availability of required items.

• Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase.

• Responds to emergency situations as requested, possibly on 24-hour call for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) to ensure the availability of materials required at job site.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget.

Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 50% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.

Experience - Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in building maintenance; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; including calculations using fractions, percentages and ratios; read technical information such as blueprints and schematics and compose a variety of documents, and participate in group discussions; Analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; and methods, techniques, materials used in building maintenance; and safety and codes requirements of Federal, State and local District guidelines.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and consider a wide variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions. May be required with notice to be on 24 hour call.

• One year of similar experience preferred. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Journeyman License preferred.