Maintenance Electrical Assistant Foreman

Open Until Filled. Position Type: Full-Time.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED - preferred
• Certification / License: Clear and valid Texas drivers license
• Journeyman Electrician license - required
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Experience in planning for multiple crafts, emphasis on Electrical and Low Voltage projects
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and basic computer skills
• Knowledge of maintenance business processes and best practices and roles of specific trades
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Flexibility in managing changing priorities and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of tools, equipment, materials and practices of the department
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and field sketches
• Demonstrated project management skills (oral and written)
• Detail oriented
• Work Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; light truck or van
• Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Motion: Frequent walking, 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, 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; frequent districtwide travel
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; Regular attendance is an essential function
• Minimum Experience: Two years maintenance experience - preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan maintenance work according to established guidelines.
• Plan and estimate jobs and procure necessary parts and materials to complete work orders.
• Plan and update daily/weekly/shutdown schedules according to procedures.
• Review Maintenance requests and document plans, estimates, schedules, Bills of Materials and history.
• Field-scope each job to determine repair plan and craft knowledge needed to repair.
• Ensure that special skills such as machining, overhauling, rigging, scaffolding, alignment, lock out / tag out procedures are denoted and addressed as part of the job plan.
• Inspect faulty equipment and determine sources of problematic or poor quality operation.
• Consult with individuals and teams to determine and verify that the correct course of action is taken.
• Seek out permit authorizations for planned and scheduled work.
• Provide drawings, sketches, and manufacturers information to the craftsmen.
• Read and interpret typical drawings.
• Requisition materials and or special tools/ equipment needed to complete the work.
• Understand the function of common shop equipment and tools.
• Share knowledge and experience with others; train other personnel as required.
• Provide assistance/work with mechanical technicians, operations, and management as needed.
• Survey and inspect facilities for needed repairs, generate work orders to have the needed repairs scheduled, review/revise specific Job Procedures as needed.
• Perform and assume emergency response responsibilities if assigned as part of the job position.
• Maintain equipment information and repair files.
• Assist other maintenance personnel with equipment repairs and research.
• Work directly with production personnel to isolate and repair equipment problems.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Provide training and orientation to all grounds personnel in safety procedures and proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to make sure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws and regulations, and local board policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist in supervision of employees in Electrical Department.