ELECTRICIAN @ FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, 8 HRS, CONT.

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Facilities Building - Spokane, WA

Job Type : Please see Job Description

Job Number : EL23-05101

Department : Classified

Division : Unified Trades

Opening Date : 06 / 11 / 2024

Closing Date : 7 / 2 / 2024 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

Provides installation, repair, and maintenance of various electrical systems, equipment, and components throughout the district.

Performs work in a manner that : ensures the efficient use of district resources; promotes a positive and productive team environment;

and provides safe and high-quality educational environments for students, staff and patrons of Spokane Public Schools.

• HOURS PER DAY : 8
• YEAR ROUND POSITION (260 DAYS / 12 MONTHS)
• ANTICIPATED START DATE : ASAP
• Benefits Medical / Dental / Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Most positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements as negotiated.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

NICET Level 2 certification

SALARY : LEVEL 1 on the Electrician Salary Schedule. Experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school.

Click here to view current salary schedule for this position.

Responsibilities

Alter, maintain, repair, or install wiring, cables, switches, controls, fuse boxes, breaker panels, instrument panels, distribution panels, power circuits, and communications circuits;

may construct new facilities from blueprints and specifications.

• Modify, adjust, maintain, repair, or install electric motors, equipment, and instruments such as pumps, clocks, lamps, stoves, electrical meters, timers, fans, air conditioners, power tools, motors, variable frequency drives and security system hardware and software.
• Inspect and repair electrical systems, communication systems, and equipment to detect and correct faulty components or parts.
• Read and understand plans, blueprints, sketches, and control diagrams.
• Perform alterations, adjustments, modification, repair, and installation of electrical equipment in compliance with district standards and code requirements.
• Conduct routine maintenance schedules for servicing intercoms, P.A. systems, house phones, scoreboards, clock systems, fire alarm systems, security systems, intrusion systems, emergency lighting systems, kitchen equipment, industrial arts equipment, small appliance repair, and general electrical and lighting systems.
• Use computers and technology related tools and applications : email, Microsoft Teams for work collaboration, virtual meeting platforms, cell phones and various mobile applications.
• Observe safety rules and regulations.
• Follow district procurement card and purchasing policy.
• Perform related duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
• Journeyman electrician having completed recognized apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ability to perform service and repair work on all electrical equipment as described under performance responsibilities.

Must have commercial journey level electrical installation and service experience. Preferred institutional and large facility experience.

• Valid Washington State electrical license required.
• Valid driver's license required and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform service and repair work on fire alarm systems preferred. Must possess or obtain NICET-I Certification within 18 months after probationary period and NICET-II Certification within 36 months after probationary period.
• Demonstrated safety record and ability to work in a safe manner, following safety procedures.
• Ability to perform service and repair work on intercoms, P.A. systems, house phones, scoreboards, and clock systems preferred.
• Ability to work with fiber optics preferred and Cat 5 cables. Understand limitations of Cat 5 performance in relation to proper cable installation.
• Ability to service, adjust, or repair electrical and electronic control systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the national, state, and local electrical codes.
• Demonstrated ability to read and follow plans, blueprints, sketches, and / or instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to relate and work effectively with a diverse group of co-workers and staff in a confidential manner.
• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
• Ability to take and carry out directions with minimum supervision.
• Asbestos workers card preferred or willing to obtain the card.
• Demonstrated ability to use computers and technology related tools and applications : email, Microsoft Teams for work collaboration, virtual meeting platforms, cell phones and various mobile applications.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical systems. Check proper sequence and operations.
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule - Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.
• Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays - Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement () as negotiated.
• Benefits Highlights :
• The administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time / 20 hours per week in a regular position).
• Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options.

Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).

• Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan.

Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement.

When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.

• Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI.
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• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees

Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status.

This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and / or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance and / or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX / Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB) / Student Civil Rights Officer and / or 504 Compliance Officer.

The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination :

• Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator : Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344
• Section 504 Coordinator : Melanie Smith, 509-354-7284

Other district contacts :

• ADA Officer : Stephanie Busch, 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer : Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344
• Equal Opportunity Officer : Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB) / Student Civil Rights Officer : Melanie Smith, 509-354-7284

Address : 200 N Bernard Street, Spokane 99201-0282

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