Journeyman Electrician

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician


Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Facility Maintenance


Division:

Supervisor: Facility Maintenance Supervisor


Effective: 5/22/2023

I. JOB SUMMARY:

The individual is responsible for performing assigned activities toward maintaining

assigned city building (s). Uses proper tools and material for building maintenance.

Repairs plumbing fixtures. May install, maintain, and repair equipment used to heat and

cool buildings. May follow blueprints or other technical instructions. May use hand

tools, power tools, measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment. May clean parts,

replace filters, adjust controls, assemble switches, cut and connect pipes. Measures,

cuts, bends, threads, assemble, and installs electrical conduit, using such tools as

hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender. Installs control and distribution apparatus,

such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or

bolts. May identify hazards and may repair faulty equipment or systems. Isolates and

analyzes phone system malfunctions and determines methods of repair. Work in

cooperation with other disciplines to be utilized in the assigned maintenance projects

such as: carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, and masons, etc. Prepares

required reports/records on assignment (s) and submits the reports to the Facility

Maintenance Supervisor. Performs all work activities in accordance with proper safety

procedure in accordance with job. Performs all repair project assignment (s) to be in

compliance with All City, county, and state building codes. May install, maintain and

repair both high voltage and low voltage electrical systems. May also provide assistance

during special events as needed. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Individual will perform other duties assigned by department director/supervisor when

needed.

Qualifications

II. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:? High school diploma or G.E.D required.? Must have a valid Journeyman Electrician License in accordance with the TexasAdministrative Code and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.? Must have specific vocational training or job training experience which adds up toat least five (5) years' experience.? Must have working knowledge of electrical, air conditioning/heating, carpentry,and communication systems.? Knowledge of proper sequence of activities for repairing commercial A/C units.? Knowledge of general and specific city, county, and state building codes.III. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:? Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete,inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejectionfrom consideration.? Applicant must take and pass a drug, physical, and pre-placement screeningadministered by the City of Mission doctor at the City's expense.? Applicant must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from theDepartment of Public Safety with no more than two (2) moving traffic violationswithin the past two (2) years.IV. SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:? Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with the generalpublic, supervisor, and co-workers.? Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor.? Ability to interpret City policies and procedures as related to the job.? Ability to perform independent of constant supervision.? Ability to make decisions based on personal judgment. And/or verifiable criteria.? Ability to deal effectively with the general public, supervisor, and co-workers.? Ability to perform a variety of different types of tasks without the variety itselfcausing a loss of efficiency.? Ability to produce work to precise tolerances or standards.? Must have oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish? Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions that require individualthought and/or study to complete the task or series of tasks.? Possess required license(s) for job position as dictated by the City, County orState regulations.? Ability to interact with employees and customers to answer questions and/orresolve issues with tact and diplomacy.? Ability to determine type and cost of materials required for projects, ensurespecifications and drawings are accurate, review projects and plans, determinelayout and testing of electric patterns.? Must be able to speak English; bilingual preferred.V. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:? Install, service and repair heating/air conditioning units in City owned buildings.? Lay out reference points for installation of structural and functional components.? Use measuring instruments such as transit, plumb bob levels, square and tapemeasure.? Screws, bolts, rivets, welds, and brazes parts to assemble structural andfunctional components such as motor controls, switches, gages, wiringharnesses, valves, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, and pipes.? Cuts, threads, and connects pipe to functional components and water or powersystem.? Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components using electrical,mechanical and pneumatic testing equipment.? Replaces or adjusts defective or worn parts to repair systems.? Insulates shells and cabinets of system.? Installs wiring to connect components to electric power source.? Reads and understand blueprints, engineering plans, and/or diagrams.? Drains oil and pumps gas from units so they can be worked on.? Test lines, units, and connections for gas leaks.? Troubleshoots electrical components, wiring diagrams, transformers, motors,panels and circuits.? Keeps abreast of new technology and electrical services.? Maintains and provides for the safe condition and operation of all electricalfixtures and systems in City properties to include, but not limited to, Cityfacilities, parks systems, street and trail lighting and traffic signals.? Plans layout, installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, andcontrol equipment.? Plans new or modified installations of electrical service to minimize waste ormaterials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly,hazardous, and unreliable wiring.? Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit.? Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads with knife or pliers,twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.? Installs control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuitbreakerpanels.? Test continuity of circuit to insure electrical compatibility and safety ofcomponents.? Repairs faulty electrical equipment or system.? Removes and replaces defective electrical switches and other fixtures.? Determines proper tools and materials necessary for work to be performed onassigned maintenance projects.? Repairs wood surfaces as directed.? Paints structures or areas as directed.? Removes, replaces, or repairs plumbing fixtures as directed.? Follows directed sequence of work activities for smooth and correct integration ofall disciplines to be working on project(s).? Prepares report/records of work performed on each project assigned and submitto supervisor as directed.? Interprets City policy and procedures as related to assigned job.? Perform activities on project (s) to be in compliance with ALL CITY, county, andstate building and safety codes.Perform all job functions with special attention to good public relations, safety,and proper procedures.? Put up Christmas lights through-out the City.? During weather emergencies individual will be doing sand bags and any otherduties assigned by the supervisor.? Attend meetings about facility maintenance as directed by supervisor.VI. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:? None


Special Requirements

VII. EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS: Safety equipment/materials to include but notlimited to the following:? City vehicle - Carpentry tools - 2-way radio? Plumbing tools - Cell phone - Uniform? Electrician tools -Blueprints -Telephone? Mechanical tool - Pens & pencils - Drills? Safety glasses - Raincoats - Rain boots? Safety orange vests - Different size ladders - Different size wire? Tool pouch -Power Tools - Hard Hat? Measuring devices - Safety gloves - Technical Manuals? Policy & procedure handbook - Electronic diagnostic instrumentsVIII. WORK ENVIRONMENT:Exposure to the following environmental conditions are required for this job.IX. MANUAL DEXTERITY:Gross and fine finger dexterity is required to perform essential job functions. Grosshand manipulation is performed to grip carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tools. Finefinger dexterity is required to hand write notes and repair buildings.