26-27 Plant Maintenance 1- Electrician

Dubuque Community Schools; The Forum (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubuque Community School District in Dubuque, IA, seeks a Plant Maintenance #1- Electrician to maintain electrical systems and building infrastructure across district facilities. The 261-day calendar, 8 hours per day (6:30–3:00) and biweekly pay structure are noted; licensure and knowledge of code compliance are essential.

Candidates should have blueprints/schematics reading skills and at least three years’ experience in commercial or educational settings.

Qualifications

• Valid Electrical Journeyman license/registration required.
• Minimum three years' experience as an electrician in a commercial or educational environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and maintain electrical motors, fixtures and district equipment.
• Use measuring and testing equipment to perform assigned work.
• Maintain records as required by supervisor.
• Lift heavy objects and work from ladders/scaffolding; support other trades as needed.
• Develop and follow preventative maintenance programs for electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical work knowledge

Blueprint reading

Problem diagnosis

Education

Electrical Journeyman License/Registration

Job description

• Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance General
  
  
• Date Posted:
  8/19/2026
  
  
• Location:
  The Forum
  
  

DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Plant Maintenance #1- Electrician

Buildings and Grounds Department

261-day work calendar, 8 hours, 6:30-3pm, biweekly pay, $33.69 hourly

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Recruited by: Chief Human Resources Officer

Recommended for Appointment by: Manager of Buildings and Grounds

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To: Manager of Buildings and Grounds

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, and Electrical Journeyman License/Registration is required.
• Has in-depth knowledge of all aspects of electrical work and code compliance.
• Has a minimum of three years' experience in commercial and or educational environment as an electrician.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Experienced with 120, 208 volt, single phase, 208-480 3 phase voltage, low voltage, data, and qualified to work in accordance with the National Electric Safety Code.

BASIC FUNCTION:

To provide the day to day maintenance and repair of electrical, and infrastructure of the school facilities, to achieve implementation of educational program goals.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To perform work according to accepted trade practices and procedures in cooperation with Manager and Assistant Manager of Buildings and Grounds.
2. To inspect, repair and maintain electrical motors, light fixtures and make electrical repairs to all school equipment.
3. To use measuring and testing equipment required in the performance of assigned work.
4. To maintain records as required by the Manager and Assistant Manager of Buildings and Grounds.
5. To lift and move heavy objects and to work from ladders and scaffolding.
6. Demonstrates a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices.
7. Adheres to all Board Policies.
8. Assists in the development and implementation of a preventative maintenance program on district electrical equipment including electrical lighting circuits, conduit and duct systems, transformers and other types of electrical power equipment. Repair and replace switches, receptacles and circuit breakers. Install and maintain fluorescent lights, ballasts and fixtures. Install and maintain automated systems including parking lot lights, emergency lights, and security lists and controls. Assist other trade workers with electrical repairs and installation.
9. Make repairs to all lighting and other components.
10. Develops and maintains an inventory of spare parts for electrical repairs.
11. Designs and constructs electrical projects (i.e., wiring of computer facilities, making corridor lighting changes).
12. Make repairs to existing electrical units (i.e., public address/intercom systems, telephone systems, computer network systems, fire alarm systems, temperature control systems, security systems, projectors, CCT, food service equipment, and clock systems).
13. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate effectively, both oral and in writing. Lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor. Assist in other skilled trade's areas as required.
14. Performs any other duties as assigned.
15. This job description is a general outline only of the duties and responsibilities named and is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Additions and/or deletions may be made at any time by the Manager of Buildings and Grounds or his/her designee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Twelve month contract
• Forty (40) hours per week
• Salary and benefits per the negotiated Agreement

Postings current as of 8/25/2026 7:21:54 AM CST.

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