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Electrical Maintenance Technician

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and building electrical system components; work includes the installation, replacement, inspection, testing, cleaning, preventive maintenance and repair of new and existing equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent Journeyman or Master Electrical license (Plano, Richardson, Allen and Dallas) Required to obtain journeyman's license within 12 months of hire date Valid Texas driver's license Commercial Driver's License (preferred) Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to communicate well and interact with all people in a courteous and positive manner Ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications Ability to read and understand the English language, in order to interpret electrical instructions Leadership qualities to be a positive role model in the department Ability to model safe working habits for employees Experience: Five years of experience in the electrical field which includes experience with public address and master clock systems

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Analyze each job assignment and consult with the Cluster Supervisor to ensure materials are available Generate work orders and establish a record for reference showing a history of labor and material used Maintain and repair main electrical distribution switch gear when necessary Repair complete electrical control systems Install electrical service from the electrical main, including installation of all conduits and wiring necessary to complete the required task Install and maintain fluorescent, incandescent, HID, LED and emergency lighting Respond to emergency after-hours electrical repairs when on call on a rotated on call basis when necessary Drive Plano ISD vehicles to inspect worksites and transport wire/equipment to job sites Follow safety rules and procedures, and assume the responsibility to ensure safety rules are being followed by electrical technicians Maintain interior and exterior of company vehicle in a clean manner Check the mechanical functions of vehicles on a regular basis and report any irregularities to Transportation/Motor Pool Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisors Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor Perform other functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor

EQUIPMENT USED: Test and mechanical equipment used in preventive maintenance and construction. Examples: Trencher, testers, meters, wire puller, conduit benders, wire measuring meters, meggers, etc. Plano ISD vehicles (van, pick-up, bucket truck, etc.). Operates Plano ISD vehicles (van, pickup, bucket truck, etc.) WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent lifting and carrying, 15-50 pounds; frequent twisting, reaching above shoulder, bending, climbing and kneeling; manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion; periodically exposed to live high voltage and currents; may work under conditions of inclement weather (rain, ice, snow, cold and extreme heat, etc.); frequently exposed to live high voltage and currents; required to work on ladders. Must work around students of all ages in a professional, safe manner.