Job Description

Master Class/Class I/ Electrician

Position Description

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Electrician for the Maintenance Department.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.

As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
• The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
• Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
• Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
• Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
• The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long-term disability coverage:
• The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
• Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Annual work clothing allowance.
• Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.
• Opportunity for career advancement.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district’s attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

Qualifications

1. Electrical Master/Journeyman license with at least two years of related electrical experience necessary with additional experience desirable.
2. Electrical repair and installation experience in commercial buildings preferred.
3. Ability and experience in reading schematics and blueprints necessary.
4. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Chauffeur’s license.
5. Ability and willingness to work in high places necessary.
6. Must be self motivated and willing to work in a team environment.
7. Ability and willingness to accept additional training necessary.

Conditions of Employment

• Regular working hours are 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. All maintenance employees are subject to call in 24 hours per day, any day of the week, and must work the necessary hours required. An outstanding attendance record is a must.
• Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position.
• Employee will report to the Supervisor of Maintenance.

Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO Local 118, Council 25.

APPLICATIONS:

All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application.

The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.