JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

Journey Electrician

Reports To : Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Work Days : 12 Months 240 Days

Salary : Classified Salary Schedule 63-3 ($57,239 - $66,157)

Location : Maintenance Department

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Description

The Journeyman Electrician is responsible for the installation of electrical frameworks, as well as the detection and correction of faults in existing electrical systems. Under general supervision, works as a team with other maintenance personnel to keep the school and central office facilities in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems / interruptions to the educational programs, especially comfortable classrooms, facilities, and safe equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ready to begin work at appointed hour

Maintain a safe work environment

Adhere to all BCS policies, procedures and guidelines and report any violations of policies, procedures, or guidelines to immediate supervisor

Use ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and lifts necessary to work on electrical systems

Maintain vehicle, tools, and equipment to ensure conditions and to be certain they are handled safely

Willingness to answer emergency and after hour calls if conditions warrant

Maintain excellent customer service skills with coworkers and staff to promote efficiency

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Active State of Alabama / City of Birmingham Journeyman Electrical Certificate.

Ability to repair electrical issues by replacing or installing components, wiring, or devices as needed.

A minimum of one year of experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various types of fire alarm controls and sensing equipment.

Ability to install and maintain energy conservation controls and lighting control equipment.

Proficiency with National Electrical Code and local codes.

A valid Alabama driver's license and clean driving record.

Must pass a criminal background check and drug test.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may require.

Application Requirements

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Revised : January 2025

All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.