Maintenance - Electrician Apprentice

Job Title: Electrician Apprentice

Reports to: Facility Trades Supervisor

Dept/School: Maintenance

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: Auxiliary 6/260 Days

Date revised: 4/20/26

Primary Purpose:

Under direct supervision, maintain, repair and install electrical systems and equipment throughout the

district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical fixtures and systems in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas drivers license

Valid Apprentice Electrician license

Special knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of electrical circuits and operating principles of motors

Knowledge of local electrical codes

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics and written reference material

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Minimum Experience:

2 years' experience in electrical field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in diagnose and repair of malfunctions in electrical circuits, systems and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics and blueprints.
• Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
• Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics or blueprints.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender
• Repair of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment and materials
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects
• Regular Attendance
• Other duties assigned by supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment used:

Multi-meter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope and testing equipment, soldering iron, wire puller, pipe benders and threaders, hand and power tools, trencher, jackhammer, concrete saw, ladder

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Reading and basic math, maintain emotional control under stress and demanding situations.

Physical Demands:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions around power lines, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Work on high structures, under buildings and in hot attics.

• The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Equal Oportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district Title IX Coordinator is Jennifer Spurgers, Director of Human Resources, 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012

Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to Human Resources 940-235-1012.