Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman Electrician

This position is responsible for contributing towards reliable facility operations by installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems across District facilities, while also ensuring compliance with safety protocols, codes, and standards.

Key functions, essential duties, and responsibilities include:

• Assisting in coordinating, scheduling, and supervising electrical work projects across all District campuses.
• Performing inspections of electrical systems and enforcing safety procedures.
• Planning and executing electrical projects including system upgrades.
• Performing periodic checks and replacements of lamps, ballasts, and emergency lighting systems.
• Repairing, replacing, or installing lighting fixtures, timers, photoelectric devices, motors, wiring, conduit, outlets, and switches.
• Lubricating, repairing, or replacing electric motors and performing maintenance on electrical panels and switchgear.
• Assisting with the repair of lifts, roll-up doors, and automatic gates.
• Conducting routine maintenance and ensuring the functionality of emergency lighting and power systems.
• Providing assistance to other personnel on maintenance projects, as required.
• Participating in special projects, as assigned.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing complex electrical issues to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal electrical codes.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to guide electrical installations and repairs.
• Maintaining an inventory of electrical supplies and equipment.
• Providing technical guidance and training to apprentices or less experienced team members.
• Collaborating with contractors and vendors to review project specifications.
• Performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Supporting energy conservation initiatives.
• Operating and maintaining specialized tools and equipment.
• Assisting in emergency response operations.
• Performing all assigned work activities in accordance with standard procedures and protocols.
• Demonstrating and maintaining proficient knowledge of compliance standards.
• Monitoring work activity for variances and anomalies.
• Identifying and reporting compliance issues.
• Assisting with audits and preparation for audits.
• Demonstrating support towards the District's Shared Vision, Mission, and Promise.
• Assisting department leadership in compiling confidential reports.
• Attending departmental and organizational meetings.
• Participating in continuing education programs.
• Displaying integrity, responsibility, accountability, teamwork, and ethics.
• Performing assigned job duties and responsibilities in accordance with established performance expectations.
• Demonstrating advanced working knowledge in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and manuals.
• Demonstrating proficient working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Workspace applications.
• Maintaining assigned work vehicle, tools, and equipment in clean, safe, and operable condition.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum education, experience, and credential requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Four years of experience working in a same or similar capacity within the plumbing trade.
• Active, valid, in good standing, and duly obtained Texas State Journeyman Electrician License.
• Active, valid, and in good standing Texas Driver's License.