Electrical Technician: On-Call HV/LV Systems Pro

Horry County Schools; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County Schools seeks a Technician – Electrical to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems across district facilities. The role covers 24–480V and emphasizes safe, code-compliant work and on-call responsiveness.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least three years of electrician experience, with SC electrical certification preferred. The role is based in Facilities and involves working at heights and with various electrical equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical degree preferred.
• Minimum three years' experience as an Electrician.
• Commercial/Industrial Electrical Certification or Electrical License preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Knowledge of electrical code and how to read codes from books, internet, plans, etc.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read plans and perform take-offs of materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in On Call duty and respond to after hours calls per the rotational schedule.
• Troubleshoots electrical issues and recommends solutions.
• Coordinates with assistant manager and/or other trades for the purpose of completing jobs and work orders efficiently.
• Installs or replaces light bulbs, ballasts, switches, plugs, breakers; runs new circuits (power distribution) as necessary.
• Repair and or replacement of fire alarm system/equipment.
• Ability to make electrical elevator repairs.
• Reads electrical plans and performs take-off of materials and equipment.
• Lays out new jobs and makes plan for rewiring old installations.
• Identifies types of conduit and bends, runs and installs in proper manner.
• Checks and installs proper candle power of lighting in instructional rooms and other needed areas.
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains receptacle circuits and devices; installs new receptacle circuits when additional power is required.
• Installs necessary components (conduit, outlets, breakers, panels, etc.) for upgrades, new machinery and equipment.
• Installs and repairs lighting in building and exterior of building, such as athletic field lights, auditorium lights, and parking lot lights.
• Ability to work at heights of 40 feet+. Ability to operate and work out of personnel lifts and bucket truck.
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition.
• Installs control systems for lights, motors, and equipment.
• Works with low and high voltage systems.
• Maintains, services, and tests generators and transfer switches.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed for the ongoing functioning of electrical systems.
• Process all labor and materials into SchoolDude for documenting activities.
• Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for safety concerns.

Skills

Electrical safety

Reading electrical plans

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Horry County Schools seeks a Technician – Electrical to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems across district facilities. The role covers 24–480V and emphasizes safe, code-compliant work and on-call responsiveness.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least three years of electrician experience, with SC electrical certification preferred. The role is based in Facilities and involves working at heights and with various electrical equipment.