Journey-Level Electrician

Journey-Level Electrician JobID: 1315

Position Type:

Classified

Date Posted:

6/4/2026

Location:

Maintenance

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Position Details: 8.0 hrs/day, 7:00am - 3:30pm, 260 days/year

Pay Range: $40.59 - $42.72/hr (depending on verified industry journeyman experience)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off and other benefits are offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 found HERE.

School employees | Washington State Health Care Authority

The job of "Journey-Level Electrician" is done for the purpose/s of maintaining electrical systems and components in safe operating condition; providing information on proper operation of electrical systems; identifying location of existing electrical systems; determining the efficient installation of systems; ensuring assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner and directing assigned workers as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Analyzes drawings for the purpose of identifying location of existing electrical systems and determining the efficient installation of additional systems.
• Installs electrical systems including communications, audio/visual, alarms, HVAC, (e.g. energy management/ boiler controls, signal system, commercial cooking equipment), etc. for the purpose of maintaining them in safe operating condition.
• Provides list of supplies, equipment and tools needed for the purpose of ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Orients staff for the purpose of providing information on proper operation of electrical systems.
• Repairs electrical systems including communications, audio visual, alarms (e.g. energy management/ boiler controls, signal system, commercial cooking equipment), etc. for the purpose of ensuring proper/safe operation of equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. facility damage, power outages, electrical systems outages, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Transports various items (e.g. equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of providing materials at job site as required to complete tasks.
• Coordinates schedules with other maintenance personnel for the purpose of meeting shift requests and prioritizing work orders.
• Performs necessary preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Coordinates with state and local electrical inspectors for permits and inspections.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assists other trades as needed for the purpose of meeting demands and completing work orders in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with district and other trades' staff for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Directs personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience Required: Prior journeyman-level electrician experience. Minimum 12 years of electrician experience preferred.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skills to: operate hand and power tools used in craft; develop, read and interpret plans/blueprints; perform basic math to make calculations.
• Knowledge of: methods and use of materials, tools and equipment used in craft; appropriate building codes; Hazard Communication and Safety Data Sheet requirements (MSDS), and electrical systems components.
• Abilities to stand for prolonged periods, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, establish priorities, work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/ pulling, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching/handling/finger dexterity, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation/color vision.
• Training Required: Journeyman electrician, or 12 years electrician experience.
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Valid Driver's License and evidence of insurability, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, and valid CPR/First Aid cards.
• Other Requirements: Must have and maintain a phone and be willing to respond to off-hour emergency calls; must have own vehicle; must have excellent moral character and be able to get along with staff, students and adults; must present a positive public image, maintain a neat, clean personal appearance, wear clothing appropriate to tasks being performed, and have regular and consistent work attendance

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma and/or equivalent; prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility. Completion of an electrical trainee or apprenticeship program preferred or equivalent training.

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

• Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 (PSE 1)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Supervisor of Operations and Facilities

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; holly.budge@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; gunnar.guttormsen@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1905

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; melissa.boudreau@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; mara.rinker@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800.

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE

SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATINGS

JOB TITLE: Journey-Level Electrician

The following analysis entails an evaluation of the "Physical Demands" factors of the job as it exists. This method provides a basis for permitting modification to fit the capabilities and needs of workers with disabilities.

Rating Symbol Key:

NP = Not Present - Does not exist

O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 of the time

F = Frequently - From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

C = Constantly - 2/3 or more of the time

1. STRENGTH:

A. Standing 80%

Walking 15%

Sitting 5%

B. Lifting O 50 lbs.

Carrying O 50 lbs.

Pushing F 50 lbs.

Pulling F 50 lbs.

2. CLIMBING F up to 30 feet on ladder; up to 40 feet on scaffolding

BALANCING O

3. STOOPING F

KNEELING F

CROUCHING O

CRAWLING O

4. REACHING C

HANDLING C

FINGERING C

FEELING O

5. TALKING:

Ordinary F

Other NP

HEARING:

Conversations F

Other Sounds O

6. SEEING

Acuity, Near C

Acuity, Far O

Depth Perception C

Accommodation O

Color Vision F

Field of Vision O

7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATING SUMMARY: Very Heavy Work: 2 3 (4) (5) (6)

(DOL Physical Demand Categories 1 to 6 are very significant to the customary performance of the job if contained in parentheses)

8. PHYSICAL DEMAND COMMENTS: Examples of lifting/carrying are lumber, hand/power tools

(note that lifting/pushing/pulling may be up to or in excess of 100 lbs. for brief periods of time); pushing/pulling are dolly with lumber, cabinets, hand truck; reaching/handling/fingering/feeling are lumber, nails, tools; talking/hearing are conversations, sometimes over powertool noise; near visual acuity/depth perception is hammering nails. Drives between sites.

SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS RATINGS

JOB TITLE: Journey-Level Electrician

The following analysis represents evaluation of the surroundings in which the job is performed. Environmental Conditions must by definition be specific and related to the job.

Key to Environmental Factors Rating:

NP = Not Present in the Job Environment

S = Seldom - Under 5% of Work Day

O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 Time

F = Frequently - From 1/3 to 2/3 Time

C = Constantly - 2/3 or More Time.

1. ENVIRONMENT:

Inside 80% Outside 20%

2. EXTREME COLD O

3. EXTREME HEAT O

4. WET/HUMID O

5. NOISE (IN DECIBELS) O 120 decibels

VIBRATION F

Comments Regarding "Noise" = Power tools, nail gun

Comments Regarding "Vibrations" = Power tools

6. HAZARDS:

Mechanical F

Explosives NP

Electrical S

Radiant Energy NP

Burns S

Other Hazard/s O

Comments Regarding "Mechanical" = Equipment and power tools

Comments Regarding "Electrical" = Equipment and power tools

Comments Regarding "Burns" = Hot powertools

Comments Regarding "Other" = Slips, trips, falls

7. ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:

Fumes S

Mists O

Odors O

Gases NP

Dusts F

Poor Ventilation S

Other Atmospheric Hazards NP

Comments Regarding "Fumes" = Solvents, glues

Comments Regarding "Odors" = Solvents, glues, ambient

Comments Regarding "Dust" = sawdust

8. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING - DEVICES: Safety glasses, face shield, rain gear, dust mask, filter mask, hard hat, hearing protection

9. E.C. SUMMARY: Outside Work 2 3 4 (5) (6) (7) Numbers encircled by () indicate significant involvement of factors enumerated and rated above.