Maintenance Craftsman II - Electrician

MAINTENANCE

Lynchburg (VA)

On-site

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

An educational institution located in Lynchburg, Virginia is seeking a Maintenance Craftsman II (Electrician). This full-time position involves performing skilled electrical maintenance and repair work. Candidates must have experience as a Journeyman or Master electrician, solid knowledge of the National Electrical Code, and the ability to lift heavy loads. The job is open until filled, and reliable transportation is necessary as daily travel between facilities is required.

Qualifications

  • Must have knowledge and understanding of the National Electrical Code.
  • Experience as a Journeyman or Master electrician.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at heights.

Responsibilities

  • Perform skilled maintenance and repairs on electrical systems and components.
  • Inspect, test, and diagnose issues with electrical systems.
  • Collaborate with teams and departments for maintenance work.

Skills

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code
Electrical repair and maintenance
Ability to understand blueprints
Physical stamina
Basic knowledge of general building trades

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Journeyman or Master electrician experience

Job description

Maintenance Craftsman II - Electrician

Lynchburg City Schools Facilities/Maintenance - LYNCHBURG, Virginia. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5014918

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 12, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Maintenance Craftsman II (Electrician) works as a Journeyman or Master electrician in the maintenance, repair, and extension of electrical wiring and equipment in school buildings. This is highly skilled work involving responsibility for the performance of difficult and specialized electrical maintenance and repair operations. General assignments are received from superiors, but electricians are expected to plan the details of each job and carry it to completion with limited supervision. Perform skilled building maintenance, minor construction, and other general maintenance duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Knowledge and understanding of the National Electrical Code.
  • Runs underground and overhead wires and cable. Wires buildings and makes additions to existing wiring;
  • Repairs transformers and other electrical equipment.
  • Installs outlets and wiring for computers and computer networks.
  • Installs and repairs fluorescent and general lighting fixtures and connections.
  • Installs and maintains remote control devices for magnetic motor connections.
  • Installs adjusts, and maintains utility motors and appliances; repairs and maintains electric motors; repairs kitchen appliances, motors, and boiler equipment.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components.
  • Inspect, test, and diagnose issues with electrical systems and components.
  • Installs electric call bells and buzzers, installs and repairs fire alarm systems and associated wiring and devices.
  • Has basic knowledge of general building trades; plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
Personal Competencies
  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Ethical
  • Equity Minded
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Cultural Competence
  • Safety
  • Quality
Leadership Competencies
  • Models Excellent Customer Service
  • Thinks Strategically
  • Shows Initiative
  • Acts Decisively
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Works Collaboratively
  • Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
  • Technical Capabilities
  • Computer Literacy
  • Data Analysis and Management
  • Fiscal Planning and Management
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational school program or apprenticeship.
  • Experience as a Journeyman or Master electrician and general building maintenance knowledge.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Good knowledge of the standard practices, tools and terminology of the electrical trade and building maintenance.
  • Good knowledge of elementary electrical theory.
  • Ability to make repairs to complicated electrical wiring, fixtures and equipment.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to bend, climb, squat, reach, and kneel
  • Comfortable reading and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
  • Work collaboratively with other Maintenance trades and departments.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
  • Reliable transportation is necessary.
  • Daily travel between schools, LCS buildings, and local areas is required.
  • Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Must be able to climb and work off ladders. Must be able to work at heights to 75 feet using personnel lift equipment.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS

OPEN

SALARY

Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales

DAYS

260

START DATE

2025-2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information
  • Don Floyd , Director of Facilities & Maintenance
  • MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
  • Phone: 434-515-5120
  • Email: floydfd@lcsedu.net
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