Position: Craft Apprentice (Electrical)

 

Department: Operations and Facilities

 

Wage/Hour Status: nonexempt

 

Immediate Supervisor(s): Director of Maintenance

 

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

 

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

• Maintain schools in a condition of operating excellence so full educational use may occur at all times

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. desired
• Clear and Valid Texas Driver’s License

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

 

• Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Have a good driving record
• Be willing to attend classes and workshops
• Ability to assist Electricians in the transformation of plans into a completed product
• Basic knowledge of electrical & lighting systems

 

Experience:

•  No experience necessary

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Maintain all safety and code requirements of the State, local, and Board of Education guidelines
• May be required to be on 24-hour call-out
• Be able to work with designated crafts in the work assigned
• Assist Electricians in performing regular preventive maintenance on equipment
• Perform all other duties assigned

 

 

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

 

• Tools/Equipment Used: Light truck or van, various tools such as; hand and power tools, and other tools as needed on work assignments. Specialty tools related to specific craft assignments.
• Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking and reaching
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
• Professional Dress:  Dress must be clean, neat, in a manner appropriate for his or her assignment, and in accordance with any additional standards established by his or her supervisor and approved by the Superintendent.  During work hours, visible body piercings (except earrings) will not be allowed.  Visible tattoos will be covered at all times.

 

EVALUATIONS: 

• Performance of this position will be evaluated annually