Fort Worth ISD
Journeyman - Electrician (night shift)
Fort Worth ISD, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Position Type: Supporting District Operations/ Maintenance - General
Date Posted: 11/24/2025
Location: To Be Determined
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
Lay out, assemble, install, test, maintain, service, and repair conduits, meters, panels, control boards, lights, fans, heaters, bell systems, field lighting systems, clock systems, and wall/floor/ceiling receptacles, and underground wiring.
Bend, thread, and install conduit for repairs and new installations.
Determine routing of conduit and wire, and location and methods of installing panels, transformer switches, plugs, and junction boxes.
Assess need for repairs or replacements and choose the most cost‑efficient and safest method of restoring interrupted service.
Compute wire size, power, and load limit requirements using charts and handbooks, considering amperage load and distance to power supply.
Climb ladders and poles to install or repair lamps.
Perform mechanical operations required to dismantle, disassemble, repair, reassemble and install electrical units.
Use precision measuring devices and instruments to check or test circuits for overload and amplitude.
Assist in the training of apprentice electricians as needed.
Respond to emergency calls, including after‑hours and/or weekends.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and keep equipment in safe operating condition.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of district policies, procedures and regulations.
Knowledge of proper use of tools of the trade.
Knowledge of electrical repairs, maintenance and installation techniques.
Knowledge of electronic media (smartphones, notepads, tablets, etc.) to access work orders and facilitate communication.
Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy.
Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, diagrams, schematics and written reference material.
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
Ability to analyze malfunctions of electrical equipment.
Ability to operate electronic testing equipment such as meters.
Ability to work effectively at heights of 50 ft or more on ladders, scaffolds or poles, and work under buildings and in confined spaces.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written forms.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Education
Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required.
Completion of courses in electrical theory and electrical construction code from an accredited college or trade school preferred.
Certification & License
Clear and valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Insurable by the district’s insurance carrier required.
Passed the Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam required.
Valid Texas State Journeyman Electrician License required.
Certificate from an accredited trade school or college preferred.
Experience
As required to hold the Texas Journeyman Electrician license.
Additional Requirements
Employees must provide necessary personal tools to perform assigned duties. The district is prohibited from replacing stolen or broken personal property.
Must be at least 21 years old.
No positive drug or alcohol tests including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident or reasonable suspicion.
Driving and accident record: No more than 2 violations during previous 36 months, including no more than 1 preventable accident; failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance; equipment violations.
No driving under the influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
No leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
No vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
No operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver’s license.
No reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
No use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
No operating a vehicle without owner’s permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
No permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
No speeding more than 20 mph over posted speed limit.
No history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.
Additional restrictions may apply if directed by district’s fleet insurance carrier.
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer and peripherals; electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van.
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling and twisting; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolds, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; occasional crouching/crawling; frequent driving.
Lifting: Constantly exerts 10–20 lb of force to move objects in a kitchen and/or truck or van; frequently exerts 25–50 lb; occasionally exerts 50–100 lb.
Environment: Works outside and inside, inside truck/van and inside kitchens; works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; exposure to heat from appliances and possible exposure to caustic chemicals; frequent reaching and feeling while in confined spaces and around objects; occasionally works at heights up to 50 ft; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours; frequent district‑wide travel.
Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required.
Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Insurability Requirements for All Drivers
Must be at least 21 years old.
No positive drug or alcohol tests including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident or reasonable suspicion.
Driving and accident record: No more than 2 violations during previous 36 months, including no more than 1 preventable accident; failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance; equipment violations.
Other prohibitions listed above.
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Date Posted: 11/24/2025
Location: To Be Determined
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
Lay out, assemble, install, test, maintain, service, and repair conduits, meters, panels, control boards, lights, fans, heaters, bell systems, field lighting systems, clock systems, and wall/floor/ceiling receptacles, and underground wiring.
Bend, thread, and install conduit for repairs and new installations.
Determine routing of conduit and wire, and location and methods of installing panels, transformer switches, plugs, and junction boxes.
Assess need for repairs or replacements and choose the most cost‑efficient and safest method of restoring interrupted service.
Compute wire size, power, and load limit requirements using charts and handbooks, considering amperage load and distance to power supply.
Climb ladders and poles to install or repair lamps.
Perform mechanical operations required to dismantle, disassemble, repair, reassemble and install electrical units.
Use precision measuring devices and instruments to check or test circuits for overload and amplitude.
Assist in the training of apprentice electricians as needed.
Respond to emergency calls, including after‑hours and/or weekends.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and keep equipment in safe operating condition.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of district policies, procedures and regulations.
Knowledge of proper use of tools of the trade.
Knowledge of electrical repairs, maintenance and installation techniques.
Knowledge of electronic media (smartphones, notepads, tablets, etc.) to access work orders and facilitate communication.
Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy.
Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, diagrams, schematics and written reference material.
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
Ability to analyze malfunctions of electrical equipment.
Ability to operate electronic testing equipment such as meters.
Ability to work effectively at heights of 50 ft or more on ladders, scaffolds or poles, and work under buildings and in confined spaces.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written forms.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Education
Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required.
Completion of courses in electrical theory and electrical construction code from an accredited college or trade school preferred.
Certification & License
Clear and valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Insurable by the district’s insurance carrier required.
Passed the Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam required.
Valid Texas State Journeyman Electrician License required.
Certificate from an accredited trade school or college preferred.
Experience
As required to hold the Texas Journeyman Electrician license.
Additional Requirements
Employees must provide necessary personal tools to perform assigned duties. The district is prohibited from replacing stolen or broken personal property.
Must be at least 21 years old.
No positive drug or alcohol tests including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident or reasonable suspicion.
Driving and accident record: No more than 2 violations during previous 36 months, including no more than 1 preventable accident; failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance; equipment violations.
No driving under the influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
No leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
No vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
No operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver’s license.
No reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
No use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
No operating a vehicle without owner’s permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
No permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
No speeding more than 20 mph over posted speed limit.
No history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.
Additional restrictions may apply if directed by district’s fleet insurance carrier.
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer and peripherals; electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van.
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling and twisting; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolds, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; occasional crouching/crawling; frequent driving.
Lifting: Constantly exerts 10–20 lb of force to move objects in a kitchen and/or truck or van; frequently exerts 25–50 lb; occasionally exerts 50–100 lb.
Environment: Works outside and inside, inside truck/van and inside kitchens; works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; exposure to heat from appliances and possible exposure to caustic chemicals; frequent reaching and feeling while in confined spaces and around objects; occasionally works at heights up to 50 ft; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours; frequent district‑wide travel.
Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required.
Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Insurability Requirements for All Drivers
Must be at least 21 years old.
No positive drug or alcohol tests including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident or reasonable suspicion.
Driving and accident record: No more than 2 violations during previous 36 months, including no more than 1 preventable accident; failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance; equipment violations.
Other prohibitions listed above.
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