Maintenance Electrician #16-27

Newport--mesa-Unified-School-District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport-Mesa Unified School District is seeking a journey-level electrician to perform installations, maintenance and repairs on district electrical systems in a school environment. You will inspect motors, controls and wiring, troubleshoot issues, and maintain accurate records of work performed.

The role requires completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship and four years of journey-level experience, with a California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved apprenticeship in the electrical trade.
• Four years journey-level electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey-level electrical work in installation, maintenance, repair and alterations of District electrical systems.
• Inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems, motors, controls and wiring; maintain related records.
• Install, repair and maintain receptacles, switches, controls and lighting; assure power connections.

Skills

Electrical repair

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Education

High school + apprenticeship

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

THE VACANCY

This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.

There is currently one vacancy in the Maintenance and Operations Department (8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 12 months per year).

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance and Operations, perform journey-level electrical and specialized work involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and alterations of various District electrical systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved apprenticeship program in field of specialty and four years journey-level electrical experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid California driver's license.

THE EXAMINATION

• Exam Weight
• Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
• Written Examination: 50%
• Performance/Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 50%

The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.

An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill open positions during the life of the list.

Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually and in-person, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

The virtual Written Examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of September 7th. The in-person Performance/Qualifications Appraisal Interview (oral exam) is tentatively scheduled for the week of September 21st. You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Perform journey-level electrical and specialized work involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and alterations of various District electrical systems; inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems, motors, controls and wiring; maintain records related to work performed.
• Install, repair and maintain electrical receptacles, switches, controls and lighting systems; replace fuses; assure power connection to fixtures and lighting controls.
• Install wire molds for computer labs; determine necessary circuits and evaluate breaker space; add new circuits; install conduit runs as required.
• Install and maintain power distribution, transformers, circuit breaker systems, electrical panel boards and emergency lighting systems.
• Maintain and repair a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems including ovens, hot food carts, generators, exhaust fans and emergency lights and other related equipment.
• Install and maintain shop machinery and power tools; estimate costs and order parts, supplies and equipment for electrical projects; maintain related records.
• Communicate with other departments and administrators regarding projects and job requests.
• Operate a variety of electrical tools and equipment; drive a vehicle to assigned sites to conduct work; respond to emergency service calls as needed.
• Assure compliance with District policies and building, health and safety codes applicable to the electrical trade.
• Coordinate and direct the work of assigned helpers.
• Assist with maintenance and special projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Methods, materials and equipment used in electrical installation, alterations and repair work.
• Principles and practices of electrical systems.
• Building, health and safety codes related to the electrical trade.
• Operation of hand and machine tools used in the electrical trade.
• Appropriate health and safety procedures.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO

• Perform skilled electrical repair and maintenance work.
• Operate a variety of electrical tools and equipment skillfully.
• Plan and lay out electrical work.
• Work from sketches, diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor and outdoor environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Exposure to fumes, dust and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate various tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
• Heavy physical labor.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Seeing to perform electrical duties.
• Climbing ladders and scaffolding.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

HAZARDS

• Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
• Exposure to high voltage and electrical shock.
• Working on ladders or scaffolding.
• Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.