Journeyman (Electrician) at Fort Zumwalt R-II School District

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT SS209

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JOB TITLE: Journeyman- Electrician

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Note: Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY
To provide staff and students with an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment in which to work and learn.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
The Electrician Journeyman must have a minimum of one-year experience in the electrical field. The experience may be substituted in lieu of certification in an electrical field.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
1. Electrical Maintenance Responsibilities:
a. Repair and maintain all electrical systems and needs for the district.
b. Use and operate all tools, and vehicles needed to maintain, and service district buildings.
c. Cut, bend, run, install electrical conduit, pull wire, etc.
d. Perform any evening emergencies related to the electrical field (emergency lighting, exit signs, etc.).
e. Troubleshoot electrical problems that could occur.
f. Be knowledgeable with different electrical voltage and phases, (110, 220, 480, etc.).
g. Repair and troubleshoot intercoms, fire alarms, and low-voltage equipment.
h. Perform electrical repairs and any other work needed as directed by the maintenance foreman.
i. Maintain accurate record keeping and inventory to allow work orders to be completed in an accurate, efficient, economical, and quality manner.
j. Assist in loading and unloading materials, equipment, and supplies from trucks.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES
1. Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and wear district uniforms at all times when performing maintenance duties.
2. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
3. Must have a valid chauffeur’s license or ability to obtain one within 1 month of employment and also maintain a good driving record.
4. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities or their designee.
5. Effectively communicate verbally, and in written form, with administrators, staff and the community as needed.

MENTAL DEMANDS
Ability to maintain confidentiality and have the ability to reason and make appropriate decisions. Must be able to work well under pressure and negotiate conflict situations as they arise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to reach, climb, bend, stand, and walk. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp and use tools and climb ladders, as well as to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk and hear.  The employee must normally lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift, move, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The employee will occasionally work in conditions of extreme heat or cold.  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment will be on an at-will basis for 12 months with two weeks vacation, beginning July 1, or from the time of employment for the duration of the school year with prorated vacation and/or personal leave. Each maintenance employee will be provided a work calendar showing the specific daily work schedule of the employee. The work calendar may be modified by the Board of Education at any time, as needs dictate.  Eight and one-half hours (including a 30 minute non-paid lunch period) will constitute a workday. The Chief Human Resources Officer will establish a definite daily schedule.  The yearly salary will be disbursed in twenty-four (24) equal payments.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.

Adopted: June 19, 2000, Revised: May 15, 1006, October 20, 2008, November 16, 2009, June 29, 2020, December 16, 2024