Maintenance-Electrician - HVAC

Pontotoc City School District

Pontotoc (MS)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pontotoc City School District is seeking a Maintenance - Electrician to perform essential maintenance and repair work in school facilities. This role includes managing all electrical fixtures, ensuring their safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical maintenance, including completion of an electrical trade program and experience at the journeyman level. The position may require frequent travel between schools.

Applicants must hold state licensing for electrical work.

Qualifications

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the electrical trade is required.
Knowledge of electrical maintenance methods and safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on all electrical fixtures and systems.
Plan and install wiring and electrical fixtures.
Test circuits to ensure safety and compatibility of components.

Skills

Knowledge of fundamental tools

Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues

Knowledge of building code standards

Ability to perform basic arithmetic

Ability to follow work orders

Education

Completion of vocational technical school program in electrical trade

Successful experience at the journeyman level

Tools

Ohmmeters

Voltage and amperage meters

Job description

Date Posted: 6/23/2026
Location: Pontotoc City School District Office

Maintenance - Electrician

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Facilities, perform maintenance, repair and renovation work in school buildings and facilities, including all electrical fixtures, and execute related duties and general maintenance work as assigned.

Essential Functions

Plan, install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures and apparatus.
Prepare sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follow diagrams or blueprints to ensure concealed wiring is in place before walls, ceilings, and flooring are completed.
Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels.
Connect power cables to equipment and install grounding leads.
Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components.
Observe equipment or systems to detect hazards and recommend adjustments, relocations, or replacements, and perform necessary repairs.
Maintain records documenting electrical maintenance work and repairs.
Study building plans, blueprints, diagrams or drawings to determine equipment, tools and materials required.
Move equipment, materials, supplies, furniture and fixtures as needed to perform work.
Establish written estimates of time and material costs needed to complete projects.
Inspect equipment and facilities, and recommend repair or replacement action to supervisor.
Order materials as needed to ensure adequate supplies and efficient operation of the school district's electrical systems.

Additional Duties

Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment

Use hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltage and amperage meters.

Safety Requirements

Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of electrical work.

Travel Requirements

Frequent travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of fundamental tools, materials, practices, maintenance, methods and procedures in the electrician trade.
Knowledge of building code conformance standards for electricity, electrical installation, and repair.
Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor and coordinate work with others.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic of all units of measure.
Ability to describe orally or in writing maintenance or repair problems as needed.
Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and resolve electrical or electricity issues.
Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Exposure to electrical currents, high voltage.
Occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain or snow.

Qualification Profile

Completion of vocational technical school program in electrical trade or completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the electrical trade.
Successful experience at the journeyman level of the electrical trade.

License or Certificate