Electrician - Building Services

Albemarle County Public Schools; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,021; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A local educational institution in Charlottesville, Virginia, is seeking a skilled Electrician to perform repairs and installations of electrical systems. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly salary ranging from $23 to $27.60. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent experience, a valid driver's permit, and be able to obtain an electrical license within six months. The role involves maintaining safety standards, troubleshooting electrical issues, and working under varying physical conditions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a general electrician supplemented by electrical coursework.
• Must obtain a valid appropriate electrical license within six months.
• Possession of a valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains electrical power and lighting lines.
• Tests and repairs electrical equipment and appliances.
• Establishes appropriate safety practices for school staff.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or vocational school

Valid electrical license

Job description

Overview

Albemarle County Public Schools Building Services - Charlottesville, Virginia

Electrician - Building Services

This job is also posted in Albemarle County Public Schools

Job Details

• Job ID: 4923676
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 05, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Electrician
Building Services Department

Full-time

ACPS employees enjoy competitivepayandbenefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellnessprogram, discounts on gym memberships, and more!Be sure to check out ourwebsite to learn more about ourDivision and ourSchools .

General Definition of Work:

Performs responsible skilled work in the repair and installation of electrical lines, fixtures, and equipment; does related work as required. Supervision may be exercised over semi-skilled and unskilled workers. Maintains acceptable attendance in accordance with Albemarle County guidelines. This position is designated as "Essential Personnel", which requires that employees report to their job site during emergency situations, such as snow, inclement weather, or other emergency situations. May be on call 24 hours, 7 days a week for emergency situations, including weather and other building emergencies.

Essential Functions:

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical power and lighting lines, cables and associated parts of circuits;
• Installs and maintains switches, outlets, fuse boxes, circuit breakers, meters, light fixtures, electrical motors, public address and fire alarm systems;
• Installs timers for lights, heating plants and water heaters;
• Tests and repairs electrical equipment and appliances;
• Provides electrical connections for machinery, installs motors, electrical welding machines and similar equipment;
• Inspects and tests equipment, electrical control and safety devices;
• Keeps records of work and makes reports;
• Assumes prime responsibility for the security of materials, equipment, tools and supplies carried on supporting mobile unit;
• Establishes appropriate safety practices for school staff and other employees;
• Assists with providing cost estimates for repairs, installations and maintenance;
• Moving of snow during the winter;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in installing and repairing electrical wiring systems, controls and electrical machinery and equipment in buildings; thorough knowledge of the provisions of the appropriate Electrical Code, and of pertinent City or State inspection and safety requirements; ability to diagnose and correct electrical power, lighting or communications failures; ability to do field or shop repair on electrical equipment; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school or vocational school and extensive experience as a general electrician supplemented by course work in electrical field. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must obtain a valid appropriate electrical license within six months of employment. Possession of a valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Negative drug screening and tuberculin tests are also required.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts:

Performance of more strenuous physical tasks, such as: walking over rough or uneven surfaces; bending or stooping; working in confined spaces; or lifting or carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds, with occasional lifting of items weighing over 100 pounds. Complex operation of gasoline, diesel or electric-powered machinery or shop equipment, requiring the manipulation of multiple controls or fine adjustments. Exposure to potentially disabling/nondisabling injuries or illnesses. Regular contact made with individuals from: other internal organization units; outside organizations; and the general public for purposes of exchanging factual information which requires some judgement or interpretation in order to be responsive to questions or applicable to a specific situation. Communication is usually cooperative in nature, with most conflicts resolved by higher authority.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

Updated 01/05/2025 PG13

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $23 to $27.60 Per Hour
• Job Categories:
  

  Support Staff > Maintenance

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