Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE

• completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate).
• valid B.C. Trades Certification as an Electrician and the required Field Safety Representative training.
• BC Driver's License - Class 5 Full Privileged with an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver's abstract.
• WHMIS 2015 and familiarity with WorkSafeBC safety procedures.

EXPERIENCE

• experience gained through Trades Qualification apprenticeship program inclusive of 2 years industry related experience.
• one additional year of experience as a certified electrician.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• ability to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems equipment.
• thorough & current knowledge of the standards, practices, regulations, methods, tools & equipment of the trade – this may require continued education to remain current with changes to code and safety regulations.
• ability to use courtesy, tact and discretion to deal with or settle requests, complaints or clarification of information.
• ability to use judgment and initiative in identifying, adapting and applying procedures and approaches to address unusual problem situations and resolve most conflicts.
• physical capability to perform the job duties.
• basic working knowledge of computers.

Description/Duties

• installs, upgrades, maintains electrical, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and related controls, fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, public address systems and clocks.
• ensures an annual electrical operating permit is maintained for all school district facilities.
• responsible for all annual inspection of all school district facilities.
• responsible and liable for the work performed by employees and contractors.
• installs, upgrades and maintains electrical services, lighting systems, switches and plugs.
• tests, analyses, verifies and repairs electrical problems in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• reads and interprets drawings and specifications, determines material and labour requirements, reports on work in progress, and proposes changes in plans and schedules as required.
• operates District vehicles and equipment such as trucks, vans, including a variety of power and hand tools.
• prepares paperwork and files same for acquisition of the annual electrical permits required for District maintenance and operation.
• orders parts and equipment and maintains related paperwork.
• ensures quality workmanship and safety of work sites and maintains safety standards on completed work.
• directs and advises other employees pertaining to this trade.
• assists other maintenance staff as needed.
• assists in the cleanliness of the shop, work areas, warehouses and grounds.
• directs and advises other employees pertaining to this trade.
• may, on occasion, be required to perform other duties as assigned.