Electrician-City of Akron Civil Service Exam

Electrician - APS

Salary

$56,689.98 - $63,290.41 Annually

Location

Akron, OH

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026-APS-E-4-338

Department

Akron Public Schools

Opening Date

05/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Definition

The position of Electrical Service Technician is responsible installing, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.  This position performs work in accordance with applicable codes, safety standards, and in compliance with federal, state, local and District guidelines and regulations.  

Characteristic Work

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:   The following duties are representative of performance expectations.  A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

 

• Ensure safety of students and staff through the safe operation of equipment and according to OSHA, PERRP and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.  
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems, wiring, fixtures, and equipment as assigned.  
• Use digital multimeters, oscilloscopes and diagnostic software to troubleshoot and/or calibrate electrical equipment and devices.
• Inspect and repair fire alarm systems and emergency battery backup/generator systems.  
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on electrical systems and components as directed and scheduled.  
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, drawings, schematics, technical manuals, etc., to install, repair, calibrate, maintain, replace, or service electric devices and systems.  
• May be require to respond to emergency service calls outside of normal working hours.  
• Works in conjunction with contracted services as required.  
• Schedule and provide communication regarding repairs, installation, inspection, etc. as required.
• Order equipment and supplies as authorized.  Maintain inventory records on parts and equipment as required.  
• Identify, document and implement corrective action for safety concerns and/or broken equipment.  
• Maintain required logs, work orders, and technical reporting as directed.  
• Responsible for operation of volt meter, amp probe, oscilloscope, thermal imaging camera, laptop, diagnostic software, air/power tools, cutting torch, etc.
• May drive District-owned vehicles such as vans, trucks, bucket trucks.

Note: 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D.    
• Minimum of three (3) years of paid experience in commercial or industrial electrical trade at the journeyman level.  
• Valid Ohio Driver's License.

• Must complete and satisfactorily pass all required Civil Service exam/testing.  
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills, ability to develop, foster, and cultivate relationships; and
• Ability to communicate instructions, ideas, directives, etc., clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.  
• Knowledge of electrical theory, statutory codes, industry regulations, safety guidelines, etc.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.  

Competitive Examination Process

This is a classified position.  

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience.  A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience.  TEST WEIGHTS:  Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%.  

Candidates must