Interested applicants must apply online through this job posting in order to be considered for the position.
 No phone calls please. 
  ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:  
  (Illustrative, not inclusive)
  - Tests safety components and functions of electrical equipment 
- Test, troubleshoot and repair energized systems, including:  fire alarm access control and other BMS systems 
- Plans new or modifies existing installations to minimize waste of materials to provide access for future maintenance or to avoid hazardous, unsightly and unreliable wiring or conduit/raceways 
- Coordinates with school activities, other trades and public utilities; 
- Inspects, calibrates and maintain electrical components 
- Inspects new equipment installations performed by contractors and reports performance status to maintenance supervisors 
- Be capable and able to operate snowplow, sanding and lawn equipment 
- This position also includes, but not limited to: 
- Possess a strong background in all facets of general maintenance 
- Ability to work independently and be self sufficient 
- Snow removal and grounds work 
- Ability to be productive with other tradesman 
- Assist other tradesman and staff without incident 
- Must be able to work cooperatively in and around schools without disturbing students 
- Must be able to organize, prioritize, execute work orders and account for your time 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
  Involves diagnosing electrical faults and installing, repairing wiring, fixtures, control equipment and other electrical components.
   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  - Knowledge of electrical lockout-tag out procedures per OSHA guidelines 
- Knowledge of electrical safety practices and procedures 
- Knowledge of practices and procedures of electrical trade 
- Knowledge of universal precautions 
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems 
- Ability to recognize, understand, and interpret all applicable local, state, federal, and national codes 
- Computer literacy 
- Ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment 
- Ability to learn and apply operating procedures 
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications 
- Ability to read and interpret written and/or oral instructions 
- Ability to meet predetermined deadlines  
- Ability to perform strenuous, physical work 
- Ability to work flexible hours and/or shifts 
- Ability to withstand heights and perform work safely 
- Ability to climb and work using a ladder  
- Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods 
QUALIFICATIONS:
   TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
  - High School Diploma or other equivalent (i.e., GED, college, technical, or trade school transcript, foreign equivalency, etc.) 
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a commercial/industrial setting 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
  - Valid Connecticut Driver’s License. Must be maintained for the duration of the assignment  
- Copy of driving history issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles 
- Valid E-2 license preferred 
DOCUMENTS (S) REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
  - High School Diploma or other equivalent (i.e., GED, college, technical, or trade school transcript, foreign equivalency, etc.). 
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s License. 
- Copy of driving history issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. 
- Specific documented evidence of training and experience to satisfy qualifications. 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
     EXAMPLES OF ASSIGNED WORK AREAS:
  All areas assigned to the Milford Public School District 
   Strength:  Medium/Heavy – exert force to 5-100 lbs.  May involve significant stand/walk/push/pull.
   Physical Demands:  Ability to work in confined areas and sustain long periods of bending.  Occasional climbing, balancing, crouching and crawling. Frequent stooping, reaching, kneeling, handling, fingering, talking and hearing. Vision: occasional near and far acuity, depth perception, and color vision.
   Environmental Conditions:  Climate controlled office setting and exposure to weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud and occasional to frequent time periods.
   REPORTS TO:
  Facilities Administrators 
   WORK YEAR:
  Per Union Contract