Job Title: Foreman, Electrician
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Dept./School: Maintenance Department
Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for supervising field crews of skilled personnel and ensuring that all electrical jobs are performed according to specifications and the established codes.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Valid Master Electrician license
Valid Texas driver’s license
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee
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
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to supervise personnel
Experience in residential, commercial and industrial construction
Experience:
Five years’ experience in electrical field
Three years of supervisory and administrative experience in electrical field preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repair
- Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
- Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
- 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.
- Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
- Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
- Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
- Receive and complete work orders.
- Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
- Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
- Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
- Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
- Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
- Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
- Respond to emergency calls as needed.
- New installations
- Exhibit a thorough knowledge of all applicable electrical and safety codes
- Ability to layout and install systems according to blueprints
- Evaluate existing circuits and distribution systems for load and balancing
- Repair and install medium voltage systems up to and including 480V
- Size circuits, calculate loads and voltage drops
- Repair and install power distribution systems, including transformers
- Inspect and approve/disapprove all work performed by the field crew, ensuring safety and quality
- Design electrical systems as required and in compliance with the established codes
- Supervise and train helpers and apprentices to familiarize them with job responsibilities and limitations
- Exhibit leadership and create a positive working environment
- Evaluate existing systems and make recommendations for improvement
- Perform preventive maintenance checks
- Secure permits from the City of San Antonio as needed
- Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment
- Other duties as assigned - in the best interest of the district.
Safety
- Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment
- Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
- Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
NoneWorking Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe bender and threader; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van.
Posture: Frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; around electrical power lines, outside and inside, frequent district wide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
