Electrician

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last seventy years. Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title Electrician Previous Experience / Licensure Previous experience preferred : Commercial or institutional electrical maintenance. Working in a school maintenance or educational facility. Working with minor or major electrical tasks. Licensure (Not required but is a bonus) : Valid journeyman level electrician license Education High School Diploma / GED Location District-wide Work Schedule Full-Time, 8 working hours per day Calendar Length 260 Days FLSA Classification Hourly, Non-Exempt Salary/Hourly Rate $27.00/hr ($56,160 annually) $28.00/hr with journeyman license ($58,240 annually) Benefits Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings.

JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Position Purpose / Description The Electrician reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, lighting, and power equipment within school facilities to ensure a safe, compliant, and functional learning environment. Major responsibilities include: Troubleshooting circuit issues, repairing electrical machinery, reading technical electrical diagrams, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations and codes. Replacing interior and exterior Light fixtures, outlets, etc. Installing new outlets, light fixtures, power lines and panels using electrical power previously broughtinto the institution by the power company. Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Supervisor of Maintenance. Additional Duties District Snow Plowing Assistance with District maintenance work orders as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong electrical troubleshooting ability. Strong understanding of AC/DC systems, low voltage controls, and safety practices (OSHA) Must be able to read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics, and use a variety of specialized tools and measuring devices common to the trade, including hot line equipment, voltmeter/ multimeter and circuit tracer. Must work independently and very carefully in order to protect equipment and avoid mishandling because of dangerous electrical current involved. Knowledge of, and ability to handle, high voltage electricity. Basic troubleshooting skills of electrical circuits. Knowledge and ability of basic conduit bending. Journeyman Level certification preferred. Preferred Experience Previous experience in commercial or institutional electrical maintenance. Previous experience working in a school maintenance or educational facility. Previous experience working with minor or major electrical tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = 76% and above Ability to stand for extended periods of time : Very Frequent Ability to carry 25 pounds : Occasional Amount to lift 25 pounds : Occasional Amount of force to push/pull up to 25 pounds : Seldom Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations : Occasional Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter : Very Frequent Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels : Very Frequent Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation : Very Frequent Ability to operate office equipment : Occasional Ability to reach in all directions : Very Frequent Climbing : Often Overhead work : Very Frequent The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan School District of Washington Township