Job Title:        Skilled Craftsman                                                  Wage/Hour Status:     Nonexempt

Reports to:      Maintenance & Transportation Director                 Pay Grade:          

Dept./School:  Maintenance                                                          Date Revised:      

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install electrical systems, services, and equipment for the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all electrical fixtures and systems in district facilities,  maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures district wide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid journey electrician license

Texas journeyman plumber license

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors

Knowledge of local electrical codes

Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience:

Five years experience in electrical and plumbing field

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
2. Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
3. Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
4. Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
5. Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
6. Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
7. Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
8. Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
9. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
10. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc.
11. Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption.
12. Receive and complete work orders.
13. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
14. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
15. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
16. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
17. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
18. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
19. Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety

1. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
2. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
3. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
4. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
5. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; and threader; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder; hand and power tools; pipe bender; propane torch; welding equipment; sewer rooter; heavy equipment, including forklift, trencher, backhoe. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.  Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around electrical power lines, outside and inside, exposure to extreme temperatures around gas lines, around fumes and toxic chemicals, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent district wide travel.