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Electrician Journeyman

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD

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• San Juan, Texas This job is also posted in Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

5911634

Application Deadline:

Sep 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Electrician Journeyman

Reports to: Director

Department:

Maintenance

Pay Grade

M7 @ 260 days

Funding Source:

Qualifications

Primary Purpose:

To become a worthy employee of the district by safely and adequately performing duties associated with operation, maintenance repair and installation of electrical systems, fixtures, apparatus and equipment.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED Valid Journey Electrician License Must have valid

Texas Driver's License Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must have enough command of the English language to effectively make oral and/or written presentations on activities related to his/her responsibility. Be able to communication using modern communication technology (Telephone, two-way radio, etc.). Must possess basic computer skills in the operation of personal computers or display terminals-preferred Basic training supervisory skills Basic training in human relations Basic knowledge of building repair and maintenance procedures.

Experience:

Two years of formal technical training from State approved technical school training must be in an area related to job responsibilities (complete certification requirements), preferred Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others. Positive Engagement

Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table

Builds relationships

• Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders
  Exhibits professionalism
• Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth
  Models ethics
• Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders
  Communicates effectively
• Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision
  Student-centered Excellence
  Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff
  Demonstrates expertise
• Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence
  Establishes shared vision
• Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality
  Implements plans
• Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources
  Expects results
• Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement
  Joint Empowerment
  Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action
  Promotes collaboration
• Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district
  Inspires Action
• Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals
  Builds capacity
• Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals
  Develops leaders
• Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments
  Adaptive Innovation
  Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers
  Scans Environment
• Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancement
  Manages change
• Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision
  Champions solutions
• Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things
  Acknowledges outcomes
• Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure
  Technical Skills, Responsibilities and Duties
  In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others
  

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Studies blueprints and/or work orders and estimates worker-hours and materials required to complete job.

Read blueprints and/or other specifications to determine method of installation, work procedures, and material, tools and work aid requirements.

Inspects all work done by the Electrical Department to insure adherence to district's standards and building codes.

Responds to or follow-up emergency calls until the problem has been corrected. Provides leadership and training to the Electricians Helper(s) while performing assigned duties.

Continuously observes Electrician Helper(s) performance in the effort to provide a fair and just evaluation.

Plans layout, installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.

Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of material, to provide access for future maintenance, and to avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specification and local electrical codes.

Prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment or follows diagrams or blueprints, insuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring.

Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit, using such tools and hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.

Pulls wiring through conduit assisted by electrician helper.

Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads with knife or pliers, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.

Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools.

Installs controls and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays and circuit-breaker panels.

Connects power cables to equipment, such as electrical range or motor, and installs grounding leads.

Test continuity of circuit to insure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope.

Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustment, relocation, or replacement.

May repair faulty equipment or systems.

Inspects lighting systems and advises of need to repair or upgrade.

May be on constant call to make emergency repairs.

Inspects and test electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications, or to determine feasibility of increasing electrical load.

Examines wires and auxiliary equipment, such as fuses, insulators, and switches to ascertain conformance to specifications on work orders, utilizing through knowledge of types, sizes, and styles of equipment.

Test lines, transformer, and other distribution equipment, using such devise as ohmmeters, voltmeter, and thermocouple indicators to measure voltage drop between points in circuitry, locate causes of electrical disturbances, and determining actual electrical load on system.

Test for temperature and presence of explosive gases in vicinity of electrified equipment.

Installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures and fuse boxes in prefabricated and modular homes, using hand tools.

Measures for location of receptacles with tape measure and installs receptacles.

Cuts and connects wires according to diagrams to install fixtures, such as switches, light fixtures, and fuse boxes.

May direct workers in boring holes in studs and running.

Performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as may be assigned.

It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$21.25 to $25.60 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required