Careers At Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Licensed Electrician, PT

Department: Facilities Maintenance
Location: Fort Worth, TX

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.

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