Maintenance Electrician

Only online applications and required Certification will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey 

This is a Promotional and Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill vacancies. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.

Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.  The recruitment process will consist of a written, performance examination and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of February 24, 2025 - March 14, 2025. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District  will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform a variety of electrical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.Install, maintain and repair a variety of electrical systems, low voltage control systems, parts and equipment including electrical circuits, conduits, light fixtures, fans, generators, appliances, control devices, switches, outlets and electrical motors. E

Install or replace necessary interior and exterior wiring for equipment, appliances and lighting; perform minor repairs to related electrical equipment. E

Install new power lines in building alteration or construction. E

Perform welding and soldering operations incidental to electrical duties. E

Observe and comply with federal, state and local electrical and building codes and fire regulations. E

Operate a variety of tools and power equipment including saws, drills, voltage testers, ohmmeter, welding and soldering equipment and other maintenance tools, equipment and lifts. E

Operate District vehicle to conduct work; clean and service assigned vehicle. E

Work from sketches, plans, drawing, blueprints and specifications. E

Maintain records of work orders. E

Must demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required. E

Repair or replace electrical fixtures, parts and components as necessary.

Install, repair, adjust and service electrical motors; replace bearings, pulleys, belts and other parts; lubricate motors as needed.

Assist in ordering, receiving and storing supplies; assist in contacting vendors to order or obtain information concerning parts and equipment.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods, equipment and materials used in electrical work.
Basic electrical theory and calculation of formulas.
Applicable electrical and building codes and fire regulations.
Laws as they relate to driving a motor vehicle.
Defensive driving methods.
Health and safety regulations.
Record keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of electrical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
Make arithmetic calculations related to specialty quickly and accurately.
Work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
Use a variety of tools and equipment utilized in the basic trade including voltmeter, ohmmeter, welding and soldering equipment and other power tools.
Diagnose and resolve electrical problems.
Observe and comply with electrical and building codes and fire regulations.
Maintain routine records.
Work independently with little direction.
Operate a District vehicle to conduct work.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Work cooperatively with others.
Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
Be motivated to produce high quality work product.
Work within stressful situations.
Comprehend and follow instructions.
Maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload.Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and four years journey-level experience in the commercial/industrial electrical trade.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license. Must be, and remain, insurable under the District's vehicle driver's insurance policy at the standard rate.

Salary : $5,959 - $7,241