Plant Maintenance - Electrician Low Voltage HVAC Job Dubuque area,Iowa USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: 25-26 Plant Maintenance 1- Electrician Low Voltage HVAC

Job Details

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Jan 21, 2026 2:02 AM (UTC)

Job Description

DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

$30.63/hr 261 day contract

POSITION TITLE:

Plant Maintenance #1
- Electrician

Buildings and Grounds Department

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Recruited by:
Chief Human Resources Officer, Recommended for Appointment by:
Manager of Buildings and Grounds

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:

Manager of Buildings and Grounds, Consults With:
Assistant Manager of Buildings and Grounds, Principals, other Maintenance Personnel, and other School Personnel

BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide the day to day maintenance and repair of heating, electrical and plumbing infrastructure of the school facilities to achieve implementation of educational program goals.

Qualifications

A City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, and Electrical Journeyman License/Registration is required.
Has in-depth knowledge of all aspects of electrical work and code compliance.
Experienced in diagnostics, troubleshooting, HVAC wiring, Fire Alarm/PA/Security systems and Hi and Low voltage wiring, access controls and audio equipment.
Five years' experience in commercial and or educational environment as an electrician.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material.
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Experienced in installing and troubleshooting projectors and sound systems.
Experience with computers, word processing, work order, and various server platforms used with camera installation and electronic access systems.
Experienced in terminating and testing network cable/jacks.
Valid Iowa driver's license is required.

Position Responsibilities

To perform work according to accepted trade practices and procedures in cooperation with Manager and Assistant Manager of Buildings and Grounds.

To assist in repairing and maintaining heating and ventilation equipment as well as adjusting and repairing temperature control equipment.

To inspect, repair and maintain electrical motors, light fixtures and make electrical repairs to all school equipment.

To assist in repairing, maintaining and adjusting low-pressure steam boilers and auxiliary equipment.

To use measuring and testing equipment required in the performance of assigned work.

To maintain records as required by the Manager and Assistant Manager of Buildings and Grounds.

To lift and move heavy objects, work from ladders and scaffolding and assist other district employees as required.

Demonstrates a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices.

Adheres to all Board Policies.

Assists in the development and implementation of a preventative maintenance program on district electrical equipment including electrical lighting circuits, conduit and duct systems, transformers and other types of electrical power equipment. Repair and replace switches, receptacles and circuit breakers. Install and maintain fluorescent lights, ballasts and fixtures. Install and maintain automated systems including parking lot lights, emergency lights, and security lists and controls.

Assist other trade workers with electrical repairs and installation.

Make repairs to all lighting and other components.

Develops and maintains an inventory of spare parts for electrical repairs.

Designs and constructs electrical projects (i.e., wiring of computer facilities, making corridor lighting changes).

Make repairs to existing electrical units (i.e., public address/intercom systems, telephone systems, computer network systems, fire alarm systems, temperature control systems, security systems, projectors, CCT, food service equipment, and clock systems).

Troubleshoot, plan, layout, and install signal systems including wiring, rectifiers, master clocks, secondary clocks, ringing relays, and bells and buzzers. Repair a variety of electrical tools and equipment such as vacuums, floor scrubbers, etc.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and…


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