Electrician Journeyman

Virginia Department of Education

Newport News, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Asbestos, Blueprints, Driver's License, Electric Motor, Electrical Components, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Identify Issues, Illustrating Ability, Life Safety Systems, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Software, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Preventative Maintenance, Regulations, Safety Equipment, Safety/Work Safety, Secondary School, Staff Training, Test Equipment
LOCATION
Newport News, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Summary

Position is responsible for the installation, trouble-shooting, and repair of all types of electrical equipment, motors, motor controls, and the installation trouble-shooting and repair of industrial and general lighting fixtures and connections.

Essential Duties

• Trouble-shoots, repairs, and installs electrical equipment, motors, motor controls • Installs and repairs all types of lighting • Performs moderate planning and layout of new electrical installations and additions to existing wiring • Installs and/or maintains remote control devices for magnetic motor connections • Installs and maintains major electrical equipment associated with range hood systems and dishwasher fans • Repairs and maintains electric motors, motor controls, and time clocks and industrial lighting control • Performs preventative maintenance on crucial life safety equipment in the buildings as assigned and keeps updated log • Follows and helps ensure safe work practices as mandated by NFPA-70E and other departmental safety policies • Follows all regulations mandated by the National Electrical Code in both new work and maintenance of electrical equipment • Participates in cross-training of other employees • Acts as a lead on large jobs that require multiple electrical employees • Access and navigate the School Dude maintenance software to document labor materials and other applicable data • Access and navigate the SunTrust Spending Platform to reconcile P-Card purchases • Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required

• Completion of a standard high school GED and trade or vocational courses in the electrical industry is considered beneficial • Must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience as a skilled journeyman level electrician in the commercial or maintenance level of the electrical industry, or have considerable experience as an Electrician I • Must possess a valid and updated Journeyman Level Electricians License • Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Code, standard practices, tools, test equipment, and terminology of the electrical trade • Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the ability to make repairs to complicated electrical wiring fixtures and equipment • Must be able to read and understand electrical building drawings and blueprints • Must obtain an Asbestos Supervisor and Lead Renovator certificate within one year of hire • Must possess a valid Virginia Drivers License

For a complete job description, visit https://bo.nn.k12.va.us/hrjobsdescriptions/Electrician_II.pdf

About the Company

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Virginia Department of Education