Foreman, Electrician

Job Title: Foreman Electrician Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Dept.: School Maintenance Department Exemption Status: Test Nonexempt Days: 235 Pay Grade: MS8

Primary Purpose Responsible for supervising field crews of skilled personnel and ensuring that all electrical jobs are performed according to specifications and the established codes.

Qualifications

• Education: [Not specified]
• Certification:
• Valid Master Electrician license
• Valid Texas drivers license
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee approximately 50.00 paid by the employee.
• Special Knowledge: [Not specified]
• Skills:
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors
• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to supervise personnel
• Experience:
• Five years of experience in electrical field
• Three years of supervisory and administrative experience in electrical field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repair

• 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 or recommend replacement of electrical appliances including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.

New Installations

• Exhibit a thorough knowledge of all applicable electrical and safety codes.
• Ability to layout and install systems according to blueprints.
• Evaluate existing circuits and distribution systems for load and balancing.
• Repair and install medium voltage systems up to and including 480V.
• Size circuits, calculate loads, and voltage drops.
• Repair and install power distribution systems including transformers.

Supervision and Inspection

• Inspect and approve/disapprove all work performed by the field crew ensuring safety and quality.
• Design electrical systems as required and in compliance with the established codes.
• Supervise and train helpers and apprentices to familiarize them with job responsibilities and limitations.
• Exhibit leadership and create a positive working environment.
• Evaluate existing systems and make recommendations for improvement.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks.
• Secure permits from the City of San Antonio as needed.
• Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment.
• Other duties as assigned - in the best interest of the district.

Safety

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands: [Not specified]
• Physical Demands:
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
• Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequent walking, climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolding.
• Grasping, squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching.
• Frequent driving.
• Heavy lifting and carrying 45 pounds and over on a daily basis.
• Environmental Factors:
• Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces.
• Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Dust, noise, vibration.
• Exposure to chemical and electrical hazards.
• Work around machinery with moving parts.
• May work alone.
• Regularly work irregular hours.
• Occasional prolonged hours around electrical power lines.
• Outside and inside frequent district-wide travel.
• Tools/Equipment Used:
• Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment.
• Soldering iron, wire puller, pipe bender, and threader.
• Hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.).
• Trencher, jackhammer, concrete saw, ladder.
• Light truck or van.

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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.