Craftsman I - Electrician @ Maintenance Department

Seaboard Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a dynamic role as an Electrician within the Maintenance Department. This position is essential for ensuring the operational excellence of district facilities. You will be responsible for making minor repairs, conducting inspections, and maintaining tools and equipment to meet safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong electrical background, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. This role offers a guaranteed 40-hour work week, paid holidays, and comprehensive insurance benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

State of Texas Teacher Retirement System Pension

Tax-advantaged retirement savings plans

Guaranteed Minimum Forty (40) Hour Work Week

Ten (10) Paid Holidays

Thirteen (13) Days Paid Sick Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Department Uniforms provided at no cost

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; must obtain an apprentice electrician's license.
• Electrical experience preferred with safety knowledge in the trade area.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on district facilities.
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment to ensure safety and functionality.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Flexibility

Safety knowledge

Electrical skills

Education

High school graduate or GED

Apprentice electrician's license

Tools

Standard office equipment

Small hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Craftsman I - Electrician @ Maintenance Department

Alief Independent School District | Houston, TX 77020

Primary Purpose

To help maintain district facilities and sites in a condition of operating excellence so that full use is available at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High school graduate or GED equivalency preferred
• Valid Class B or C Texas driver's license (as needed for specific area) with a safe driving record to pass a DMV check
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain an apprentice electrician's license

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Possess skills required to meet the performance responsibilities in the respective trade area
• Able to use all tools and equipment
• Knowledge of safety requirements for the respective trade area
• Flexible and able to adjust daily routine
• Ability to work in exposure to all weather conditions

Experience

• Electrical experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Operations

• Assume responsibility to make minor repairs of any nature in facilities and sites owned by the district.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Receive and complete work orders in a timely manner. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Recognizes when a specialized trade is needed to solve problems.
• Examine facilities owned by the district on a regular basis for purposes of preventative maintenance.
• Comply with working guidelines of the department.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety

• Remove and/or advise foreman of any hazardous situations noticed while working on school grounds and sites.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the foreman.
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding equipment and facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to make sure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Inventory and Equipment

• Implement and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment.
• Ensure that vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition and notify foreman if not.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.

Other

• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of Manual Trades - Maintenance Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; small hand tools, power tools, trucks, vans and trailers; heavy equipment such as backhoe, tractor, forklift, trencher, etc.

Vision and Hearing: Moderate to maximum

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing, pulling, crawling, reaching, and twisting; standing/walking, sitting; climbing, wrist turn, and grasping occasionally.

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.

Lifting: Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting 75-100 pounds.

Carrying: Frequent carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally carrying over 30 pounds.

Environment: Work outside 100%; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures (30° - 102° F), dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, and vibration; work around moving objects or vehicles; may work alone; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

• State of Texas Teacher Retirement System Pension
• Eligible to participate in tax-advantaged retirement savings 403(b) and 457 Plans
• Guaranteed Minimum Forty (40) Hour Work Week
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Thirteen (13) Days Paid Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance provided with low employee premiums
• Department Uniforms provided at no cost

Salary Range: Min-$15.90 Mid-$19.22 Max-$22.54 (Based on previous experience)