Craft Apprentice (Electrical)
Department: Facility Services
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Immediate Supervisor(s): Director of Facility Services
Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual
Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Summary
- Maintain schools in a condition of operating excellence so full educational use may occur at all times.
- Assist Electricians in performing regular preventive maintenance on equipment.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
- High School diploma or G.E.D. desired
- Clear and Valid Texas Driver’s License
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions
- Have a good driving record
- Be willing to attend classes and workshops
- Ability to assist Electricians in the transformation of plans into a completed product
- Basic knowledge of electrical & lighting systems
Experience:
Major Responsibilities
- Maintain all safety and code requirements of the State, local, and Board of Education guidelines.
- May be required to be on 24‑hour call‑out.
- Be able to work with designated crafts in the work assigned.
- Assist Electricians in performing regular preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Perform all other duties assigned.
Physical Demands & Environment
- Tools/Equipment Used: Light truck or van, various tools such as hand and power tools, and other tools as needed on work assignments. Specialty tools related to specific craft assignments.
- Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
- Motion: Frequent walking and reaching.
- Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
- Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.
- Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
- Professional Dress: Dress must be clean, neat, in a manner appropriate for the assignment, and in accordance with any additional standards established by the supervisor and approved by the Superintendent. Visible body piercings (except earrings) not allowed during work hours.
Evaluations
- Performance of this position will be evaluated annually.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
Contact Information
- Ezequiel Contreras, Director of Facility Services
- Email: econtreras@dickinsonisd.org