Maintenance Electrician

JOB SUMMARY:      

Under general supervision, to install, repair and maintain electrical wiring systems in resident manors and community facilities; perform related work as required.  Work is usually performed independently of others and involves regular contact with other divisions, departments and with residents in their homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:          

• Performs preventive and emergency maintenance on high- and low-voltage equipment, meters, control equipment and wiring. 
• Repairs fans and heaters, troubleshoots, locates and repairs home wiring shorts and other malfunctions.
• Performs preventive electrical maintenance and repair work on yard and swimming pool lighting systems, installs light bulbs and ballasts.
• Repairs and replaces defective parts in motors, generators, switchboards, controllers, other fixtures and appliances.
• Drives a truck and maintains a truck inventory of materials and supplies.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school and experience in electrical maintenance and repair work or equivalent combination of education and experience that produces the following:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and other applicable standards and regulations.
• Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English.
• Ability to locate, correct and adjust defects in electrical wiring systems.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in English.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and residents.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, materials and equipment used in the electrical trade.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.