Electrician

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance
Date Posted:
1/10/2024
Location:
Spring-Ford Area School District
Closing Date:
01/31/2024Electrician at Spring-Ford Area School District
POSITION GOAL/SUMMARY: Provide electrical expertise to the district in all schools and buildings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Maintain and repair all Fire Alarm Systems.
• Test and repair Emergency Generators throughout the District.
• Install and repair all door security hardware.
• Perform testing and repairs to all intercom / PA systems.
• Install electronic power, communication, control or security equipment or systems
• Install or replace meters, regulators or related measuring or control devices
• Install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• Maintain electricians tools or equipment
• Replace electronic components
• Splice electric cable
• Splice electric or communications trunk lines
• Repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment, or systems
• Install lead-in wires to control boxes and other components
• Install/string electrical or electronic cable or wiring
• Test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
• Analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment
• Test electronic or electrical circuit connections
• Install electrical fixtures or components
• Construct or fabricate electrical parts or fixtures
• Repair or adjust measuring or control devices
• Performs any other job-related duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or their designee.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Physics
• Computer Systems
• Electronics
• Submersibles
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Teamwork/Interpersonal Relationships
• Instrumentation
• Data processing
• Machining and Fabrication

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to make decisions and solve problems
• Communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates
• Perform general physical activities
• Organize, plan, and prioritize work
• Use interpersonal communication techniques
• Read blueprints, tape measure, and technical drawings
• Must be able to handle/move objects: bend tubing or conduit; fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
• Must be able to evaluate information to determine compliance with standards
• Adhere to safety procedures
• Perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting
• Perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing, or repair setting
• Inspect electrical installation for code conformance
• Identify objects, actions, and events
• Monitor processes, materials, or surroundings
• Controlling Machines and Processes:
  • Solder electrical or electronic connections or components
  • Use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
  • Use measuring devices in construction or extraction work
  • Use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
  • Use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter
  • Use high voltage apparatus
  • Use soldering equipment
• Communicate with persons outside of school district
• Estimate cost for repair services
• Direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
• Repair or adjust measuring or control devices
• Analyze data or information
• Document/Record information
• Developing Objectives and Strategies
• Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
• Lay out electrical wiring for buildings, etc.
• Plan layout of electrical/electronic equipment installation
• Provide consultation and advice to others
• Order or purchase supplies, materials, or equipment
• Dress: No shorts, tank tops, etc. No loose fitting clothing. Work shoes - leather uppers, raised heel. Protective clothing as needed - gloves, jackets, etc.

Work Year: Full-time Position, 12 months (July 1 - June 30)
Classification: Maintenance III, Non-exempt
Physical Demands:

• Must be able to install/string electrical or electronic cable or wiring.
• Must be able to move or fit heavy objects.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. - daily basis.
• Must be able to frequently push or pull a cart weighing up to 100 lbs. up to 200 feet.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, legs, and moving of your whole body for example: climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Must be able to frequently climb ladders, scaffolding, or utility or telephone poles.
• Must be able to frequently work standing or walk for up to eight hours a day.
• Must be able to occasionally operate a trenching machine or similar equipment for up to eight hours day.
• Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to regularly talk and hear.
• Must be able to regularly balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and taste or smell.
• Snow removal/shoveling, and or snow blowing when assigned
• Drive automobile, van, or light truck

Educational Level: Apprenticeship program
Experience: 5 years experience preferred, but not required.
Certification(s): Journeyman's license or Master Electrician
License/Clearance(s):

• Act 34 - Criminal History Clearance
• Act 151 - Child Abuse History Clearance
• Act 114 - FBI Criminal History Clearance
• Valid Pennsylvania State Driver's License

Position Available: April 2024
Starting Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour
Benefits: Spring-Ford Area School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, as well as paid time off and a tuition reimbursement program. This position is part of the PSERS retirement system.
The Spring-Ford Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.