Electrician

Young World Physical Education; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,517 - 38,379; Full time

Job summary

Williamsburg James City School District is seeking an Electrician to repair, maintain and install electrical systems and equipment in the Operations division. The role includes testing equipment, wiring inspections and ensuring compliance with building codes and safety standards.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, substantial apprentice-level experience, and a valid Virginia driver's license with a good driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Considerable experience as an apprentice electrician.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and good driving record.
• Knowledge of national and local electrical codes.
• Ability to read service manuals and test equipment instructions.
• Knowledge of theory, application, diagnostics and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Locate and determine electrical malfunctions using test instruments (ammeter, oscilloscope, test lamp).
• Repair malfunctions by replacing burnt-out elements and fuses, by-passing or replacing wiring, filing switch contacts and rewiring motors with hand tools.
• Test electrical equipment such as generators and heaters for safety and efficiency using standard test equipment.
• Install fixtures, motors, and other electrical equipment and make adjustments with hand tools.
• Inspect circuits and wiring for shielding and grounding; repair or rewire according to codes and safety regulations.
• Supervise ICT students, summer workers and others as assigned.
• Respond to work orders and consult applicable electrical codes.

Skills

Apprentice electrician experience

Electrical codes knowledge

Theory and troubleshooting

Reading service manuals

Valid driver’s license

Good driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Electrician

Williamsburg James City School District OPERATIONS - Williamsburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Williamsburg-James City County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5847975

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Grade:U07 (Unified)

Revision Date:November 20, 2015

Location:Operations

Job Summary

This position repairs, maintains, and installs electrical systems and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Locates and determines electrical malfunctions using test instruments, such as ammeter, oscilloscope, and test lamp.
• Repairs malfunction by such methods as replacing burnt-out elements and fuses, by-passing or replacing defective wiring, filing switch contact points, and cleaning or rewiring motors, using hand tools.
• Tests electrical equipment, such as generators, and heaters, for safety and efficiency, using standard test equipment.
• Installs fixtures, motors, and other electrical equipment and makes adjustments, using hand tools.
• Inspects circuits and wiring for specified shielding and grounding, and repairs or rewires system according to building codes and safety regulations.
• Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

• Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
• Considerable experience as an apprentice electrician.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Virginia.
• Must have a good driving record based on the criteria of the Williamsburg-James City County School Division.
• Knowledge of national and local electrical codes.
• Knowledge of theory, application, diagnostics, and troubleshooting associated with electrical systems.
• Ability to read and understand service manuals and test equipment instructions.

Supervision Exercised

Supervision may be exercised over the work of I.C.T. students, summer workers and other personnel as assigned.

Supervision Received

Performs duties under the supervision of the Coordinator for Facilities and the Trades Foreman. Responds to request from work orders; consults applicable electrical codes.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequent interruptions, changing priorities.
• Ability to perform duties outside in extremely hot and extremely cold weather conditions.
• Must be able to work alone and independently.
• Requires ability to ascend tall structures and work on the top of roofs of buildings.
• Ability to work in cramped quarters.
• Ability to perform manual labor and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop, and bend for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in various types of environmental conditions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.33 to $27.86 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]

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