MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN

Job Description

This is skilled craft work in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. Work requires knowledge of techniques, methods, procedures, and standard practices of the electrical trade, which involves the use of specialized skills which is acquired through a combination of training and considerable on the job experience. May oversee and train other workers. Contacts require basic courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others to request or provide information, ask questions, or obtain information. Work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards, and because of the changing priorities, or different situations, incumbents have the latitude to consider which of the many procedures or standards should be followed and in what sequence. The work is patterned involving similar situations and generally requiring only the choice of the correct procedure. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, where there are some risks and hazards associated with working with electricity. Physical demands consist of climbing ladders; stooping, bending, and reaching; and occasionally lifting or moving objects weighing less than 50 pounds. Operates hand and power tools; electrical and other testing equipment; and motor vehicles including one-half ton trucks, one-ton vans, and bucket trucks. Work is performed under general supervision where work assignments are varied and, although subject to standard practices and procedures, the worker is permitted some latitude to set own priorities subject to superior’s approval.

Examples of Work: * Repairs, maintains, and installs electrical systems and equipment such as motors, wiring, switches, and fixtures. * Repairs, maintains, and installs sports lighting in excess of 80’ high, depending on assignment. * Repairs, maintains, and installs electrical systems and equipment at several correction facilities, depending on assi...