Electrician

Electrician

An employee in this class performs semi-skilled and journey level electrical work installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and designing electrical systems and equipment. The employee works independently on a variety of projects and serves as a crewmember under the direction of higher level Electricians on major projects and complex repairs. The employee is expected to have knowledge and experience in basic electrical work. Duties may also include work in other trades areas such as building trades, carpentry, mechanical and plumbing fields. Work assignments are received through supervisory personnel and established work order processes. Employees are subject to working in inside and outside environments, extreme temperatures, and hazards in the work including exposures to loud noises, vibrations, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and oils. Duties may expose employees to human body fluids and thus they are subject to the OSHA requirements on bloodborne pathogens. Workers are also subject to work in close quarters such as crawl spaces and small rooms. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed for lasting quality, effectiveness, appearance, and functionality through conference, inspection, and a review of records.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs semi-skilled to journey level electrical work in the installation, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment.
• Install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and circuits such as wire, conduit, switches, outlets, junction boxes, transformers, motors, and generators
• Performs electrical repair and installation work on appliances, timing devices, electric heating units, exhaust systems, smoke detectors, fire alarms and thermostats.
• Isolate and correct malfunctions in equipment and circuits of a routine recurring nature; uses diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, and circuit analyzers.
• Cuts, threads, bends, and installs conduit. Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and reassembles electrical motors and related equipment following established procedures. Test, maintain, and repair all emergency electrical equipment. Follow a predetermined schedule of preventive maintenance on equipment and circuits to check for proper operation, loose connections, overheating, leaking, insulation, arcing, deterioration, cleanliness, vibration, alignment, and lubrication.
• Performs manual labor tasks including material handling, maintaining shop area, stocking and organizing supplies and tools.
• Performs work in other trades areas such as carpentry, plumbing and or building trades fields.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of existing and proposed county buildings and facilities.
• Performs preventive maintenance monitoring and preventive repairs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Additional Job Functions

Performs other related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

• Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in technical or trade skills and some related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the electrical trades.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the work.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of related building, plumbing, carpentry and mechanical trades.
• Skill in the use and care of assigned tools and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems and plan and organize appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise independent initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing.

Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and distinguish details, read and interpret manuals and guidelines relating to electronic equipment, use measuring and testing devices, assemble and fabricate parts, and prepare simple records.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Updated May 2026