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Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Electrician Date Posted: 9/27/2024 Location: District Office Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until Filled District: Glenbard Township High School District 87 Job Posting ID#: 9604 Closing Date: Until Filled Position District Engineer - Electrician Building McClain Center Position Type SEIU Term 12-month Hours *Revised Time 7am - 3:30pm - 8 hours per day plus a 30 minute unpaid lunch License Required Licensed Electrician in DuPage and Cook County Supervisor Facilities and Operations Manager Rate of Pay $45.91 Start Date ASAP Position Summary Glenbard Township High School District 87 is seeking a qualified candidate who will perform specialized electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and new installation tasks to meet the needs of students, staff, and the general public. Provide specialized skills not ordinarily available from the buildings' maintenance staff in the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of District equipment and facilities. Work with other divisions as directed. Communicate knowledge and work with personnel in the performance of their duties. Qualifications Must be a licensed Electrician Must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately, as well as exhibit patience and understanding with students, staff, and the general public. Must be able to use prescribed safety and personal protective equipment. Must have an appropriate and valid driver's license and a safe driving record. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary for specialized electrical tasks including but not limited to diagramming circuits, reading and understanding blueprints, ladder and schematic drawings, troubleshooting electrical control and distribution systems, performing installations, and complying with appropriate required codes. Must be able to demonstrate the use and performance of Operations technologies. Must have experience in electrical maintenance of the type typical of those found in District. Must be able to demonstrate the safe and efficient use of all tools, equipment and machines, and technologies in the electrical division. Must have a demonstrated record of exemplary attendance Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not all Inclusive) Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary to perform electrical maintenance tasks, including but not limited to electrical installations, preventive maintenance, control wiring, low voltage networks, scoreboards, all lighting and power systems, and single and three phase electrical control and distribution systems. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary to evaluate and prioritize job assignments, material and time requirements, personnel needs, and special equipment necessary to complete assignments. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and schematics to perform electrical troubleshooting, and installations from this information. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary to evaluate and prioritize job assignments, material and time requirements, personnel needs, and special equipment necessary to complete assignments. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary to make purchase and to maintain records, inventory, and supplies. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary for the use and performance of Operations technologies. Maintain a current IL Electrician's license. Maintain an appropriate and valid driver's license and a safe driving record. Complete specialized tasks not ordinarily performed by the buildings' maintenance staff including the operation of specialized equipment not otherwise available in the District for special job assignments. Ensure assigned vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and in good operating condition at all times. Cooperate with and assist others in maintaining, repairing, and remodeling District facilities as required. Work with and direct others in completion of job assignments as well as train others in the operation and repair of District facilities and equipment. Keep both the District Facilities & Transportation Manager and the APO informed on the status of job assignments. Work with the District Facilities & Transportation Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining an approved preventive maintenance program. Be observant and inform the supervisor of potential trouble spots in the operation of building systems and equipment to prevent a failure or breakdown. Observe and comply with appropriate required codes. Perform snow removal and salting on an occasional basis as needed. Perform assigned tasks in the amount of time appropriate to the task at hand. Identify and take action to remedy potential safety and health problems. Project a positive image of the District to the students, staff, and the general public. Report in writing to the supervisor any observed misuses and needed repairs to District property. Participate in District-sponsored training programs to maintain and update knowledge, skills, certifications, and licenses as required for this position. Effectively communicate and appropriately respond to various forms of electronic communication provided by the District. Assist with low-voltage work such as data cabling projects and installations Perform additional related duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as blueprints, surveys and electronic media. Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to write professional communications. Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability to maintain current job skills as directed, especially in technology-related activities Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies Must have an appropriate and valid driver's license and a safe driving record. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis, and work from scaffolding and lifts on an occasional basis. The employee Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach while performing various assignments as well as operate all related equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required. The employee must frequently lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift objects weighing 80 lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be very loud. Must be able to perform difficult physical labor in variable weather conditions such as hot, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast. Work is usually conducted at multiple job sites, however, on occasion; this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned. Direct Questions to: Marta McCullough Manager of Facilities and Transportation Glenbard Township HSD #87 596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Email: Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.