Minimum Education. High school diploma or equivalent experience. Minimum Experience 7 Summary. The Senior Electrician is responsible for ensuring that installations, modifications, repairs, troubleshooting, loads and tests of new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems fixtures, controls, and equipment are done properly. Provides guidance and technical expertise to team members. The incumbent of this position has been designated as essential personnel, and as such will be expected to re... more details
Minimum EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent experience
Minimum Experience7
SummaryThe Senior Electrician is responsible for ensuring that installations, modifications, repairs, troubleshooting, loads and tests of new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems fixtures, controls, and equipment are done properly. Provides guidance and technical expertise to team members.The incumbent of this position has been designated as essential personnel, and as such will be expected to report to work or work extra time even if the Board is officially closed during emergency situations, such as inclement weather. Non-exempt employees will receive overtime if appropriate.
High school diploma or equivalent experience with advanced training in the electronic field required. Must be able to interact and display tact and diplomacy at all levels within the Board staff. Must possess seven years of specialized experience. Must possess a master electrician’s license and be certified in fiber optic cable installation and testing. Requires a thorough knowledge of electrical codes, motors, motor control systems, switch gear systems (both medium and low voltage), low voltage lighting controls systems, and 277 volt fluorescent lighting. An extensive background in power and distribution electrical circuitry, and an ability to read and comprehend construction blueprints and schematics are required. Also required is an expertise in using sophisticated electronic testing equipment, such as megohmeters, voltage meters, and amp meters, and the ability to utilize core drills, hydraulic and hand knockout cutters, bench drills and hand tools. Must show a demonstrable commitment to a strong customer service philosophy.
Provides leadership and guidance to other team members (including any apprentices) in all areas of the job. This includes demonstrating proper work methods, answering questions from co-workers regarding procedures, work orders, policies, written instructions and other directions, and assuring adherence to appropriate safety procedures. Performs the more technically difficult work of the section.
Installs wiring, conduit, cable trays, and other devices for electrical, voice and data systems to include fiber optic cabling. Maintains, services, and repairs all electrical equipment and devices to include motors, starters, breakers, switches, variable speed drives, audible signal systems, and other devices.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms as parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach areas. Requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. May be required to lift and carry items that weigh over 50 pounds. Work is done inside and outside and can be dirty, dusty, and greasy. Makes repairs to sanitary sump pumps used for the disposal of human waste. Sometimes required to make repairs and installations outside in bad weather and in work areas that are noisy. Occasionally exposed to possibility of electrical shock and burns. Exposure to noise, battery acid, high voltage, and cleaning chemicals. Potential exists to work around hazardous materials.
Provides training and technical expertise to other employees of the electrical unit. This position is assigned to work second shift however, some situational first or third shift work may be required on occasion.
An onsite presence is required for this position.
