An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
Journeyman Electrician 8 hrs/day
Iowa City Community School District
Physical Plant - Iowa City, Iowa This job is also posted in Iowa City Community School District, and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5894680
Application Deadline:
Sep 01, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Iowa City Community School District
Journeyman Electrician
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of five years of experience in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing commercial electrical systems.
Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and national codes and regulations.
Knowledge of fire alarm systems preferred.
Current journeyman's or master's license.
Maintain current/valid driver's license.
Ability to communicate, orally and in writing with others.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO
Crafts Manager
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB GOALS:
To effectively and efficiently maintain, renovate, and repair the electrical system and equipment of the district under the direction of the Lead Electrician and Crafts Manager; this includes job layouts, blueprint reading, maintaining working inventory of supplies, implementation of preventative maintenance procedures, and practicing energy conservation.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs preventative maintenance on district electrical equipment including but not limited to panels, disconnects, switch gear, motors, ventilators, emergency lighting equipment, circulating pumps, scoreboards, hot carts, public address systems, fire alarms.
Provides information to Architects, Engineers, and Contractors.
Troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems for water heaters, Bradley hand washers, fire door sentronics, HVAC AC units and exhaust fans.
Performs work to accepted trade standards.
Works and communicates effectively with others.
Reads and interprets diagrams on communications equipment, fire alarm systems, clock and bell systems.
Troubleshoots and repairs electrical panels, and lighting systems/lighting controls.
Prepares recommendations on layout and design for repaired and installation of equipment and service.
Assists in the design of renovation, upgrade and remodeling projects.
Works jointly with Lead Electrician to coordinate scheduling from the daily work order system and other duties.
Performs locates as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Bending, lifting up to 90 lbs., climbing, continuous standing.
May be exposed to dust and dirt.
Work both indoors and outdoors.
May be exposed to inclement weather and ultraviolet radiation.
Must be physically and medically able to wear respiratory protective equipment.
