Licensed Electrician, PT - Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Position Title: Licensed Electrician

Department: Facilities Maintenance

Part-time

Standard of Christian Commitment

The divine mission of the Seminary mandates that all personnel must demonstrate a commitment to the purposes of the Seminary. Every employee shall be an active member of a local church of believers in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. It is expected that conduct becoming a follower of Jesus Christ will be portrayed in the community.

Job Summary

Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, panels, lighting, and controls.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Sees that work is done according to applicable codes

• Installs or assists in the installation of new residential electrical services, panels, wiring, and devices, as overseen by a licensed electrician

• Installs or assists in the installation of campus electrical systems and devices according to drawings made by engineers, licensed electricians, and/or other applicable plans

• Assists in aerial and underground electrical installations

• Performs work with the least possible damage to existing buildings and their contents

• Verifies that work is functional and in good working order before declaring it complete

• Repairs all types of electrical devices and wiring

• Responds to electrical service calls in campus housing and main campus buildings

• Sees that trucks are stocked with frequently used parts

• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment requiring service

• Performs re-lamping and ballast replacement in light fixtures

• Sees that job site is kept clean and safe

• Seeks to learn and improve proper techniques and skills

• If assigned, instructs co-workers in the proper techniques and skills to be followed.

• Perform other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility.

Skills / Requirements

• Must have a good understanding of the interaction of various electrical systems with other building systems.

• Must be familiar with common power and hand tools used in the electrical trade.

• Possess a natural curiosity, great problem-solving skills, good mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to get dirty.

• Must have good communication skills and be able to relate well to people.

• Exhibit exemplary social skills and ensure considerate interactions with all members and guests.

• Must enjoy interacting with a diverse group of people from all backgrounds and age groups.

• Exhibit a humble, patient, and collaborative spirit in order to create a healthy and vibrant work culture for the staff team.

• Possess a strong work ethic and initiative.

• Ability to multi-task, pays attention to detail, and be a team player.

• Expectation to strive for personal and professional growth in leadership and general ministry effectiveness.

Qualifications / Education

• Must be a licensed electrician

• Must have a minimum of one-year of experience in the electrical trade.

• Must have an acceptable driving record with a valid USA driver’s license.

• Successful completion of background check, MVR, and credit check may be required.

Supervision

• Reports to the electrical supervisor.

Decision-Making Responsibilities

• Limited: must make decision specific to skill level using critical thinking skills and take initiative to complete all assigned tasks accurately and timely.

Exposure to Confidential Information

• No

Physical Requirements

• Physically able stand for long periods of time.

• Able to bend and/or stoop.

• Able to climb and lift up to 40 pounds to perform tasks that may be assigned in the course of operations.

• Must be able to carry up to 40 pounds of parts and equipment.

• Must be able to perform occasional overhead reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, and kneeling.

• Must be able to work in crawlspaces and attics from time to time.

• Must be able to climb ladders.

• Must be able to withstand the heat and cold of the north Texas climate.

• Occasionally required to stand, kneel, crouch, climb and balance, walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.