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General Information

ID
1601
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Facilities Mechanical Trades - Henrico County Public Schools 406 Dabbs House Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 51,502
Posting Date
07-23-2026
Closing Date
08-24-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs the skilled work on the journeyman level involving responsibility for difficult electrical maintenance and repair operations as well as installation work.  Work is performed to prescribed standards and procedures subject to inspection by a supervisor.


Essential Duties

•    Wires buildings and makes additions to existing wiring

•    Installs and repairs fluorescent, industrial and general lighting fixtures and connections

•    Installs and maintains remote control devices for magnetic motor connections

•    Installs and replaces existing electrical panels, services, transformers, etc.

•    Is available (required) for emergency calls on a stand-by basis (rotating with other electricians)

•    Attends work daily and is engaged and on task - regular attendance is required

•    Demonstrates self auditing practices in safety awareness and procedures

•    Performs other duties as assigned

•    Installs and repairs electrical switches, relays, components, etc.

•    Performs overtime work


Additional Information

This vacancy is open until filled and is available for the 26-27SY.  This is a 12 month, 8 hours per day, 260 day position.  Minimum salary is $51,502.78 ($24.76 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates.  Salary is prorated based on official start date.  Work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from high school or trade school, minimum of four years' electrical experience, and preferably four  years' experience as a journeyman electrician.  Possession of a journeyman electrician's certificate issued by the State of Virginia.  Possession of a valid Commercial Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Must obtain a Class B vehicle license upon employment.  Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, tools, and terminology of the electrical trade; skill in making repairs to complicated electric wiring, fixtures, motors and equipment; ability to read from blueprints. Good physical condition required.  Ability to work at high altitudes, and under adverse temperature and weather conditions.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request