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The School District of Philadelphia

Public school district delivering education citywide

Electrical Mechanic 'B'

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
United States
In Person
Building TradesElectrical
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
  • Four years of experience in the electrical trade.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, and tools of the electrical trade.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions used in the electrical trade.
  • Demonstrated skill in the care and use of electrical trade tools, materials, and equipment.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and specifications.
  • Demonstrated ability to adhere to established safety codes and procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Possession of a proper-class driver's license valid to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and throughout employment.
Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and fixtures, including meters, fuse boxes, heating systems, control switches, lighting systems, field lighting systems, light fixtures, switchboards, control boards, fans, motors, motor starters, and related wiring.
  • Make working sketches and drawings and work from blueprints when installing, connecting, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and fixtures.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
  • Install new branch-circuit wiring.
  • Estimate, order, and transport materials needed to complete work orders at assigned locations.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on escalators and dumbwaiters as needed.
  • Oversee the work of trainees in the electrical trade.
  • Inspect completed work orders for conformance to trade standards.
  • Ensure electrical equipment remains operational and complies with safety regulations and building codes.
  • Perform incidental work as required.

About the company

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The School District of Philadelphia

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The School District of Philadelphia provides public education for about 200,000 school-aged children in Philadelphia. It runs and supports the city’s public schools, oversees curriculum and standards, hires teachers and staff, and manages funding and resources to offer programs that connect schools with families and communities. The district implements policies and supports educators through district leadership and school-level administration to create safe, engaging learning environments. Its goal is to ensure all students achieve their full intellectual and social potential, graduate ready to succeed, and view education as a civil right for every child in the city.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Pennsylvania's July 2026 budget adds $157.3 million to Philadelphia schools.
  • May 2026 board approval locked a $4.6 billion operating budget and capital spending.
  • The Northeast facilities plan modernizes 169 schools while funding new construction at Comly.

What critics are saying

  • The 2025 asbestos DPA threatens criminal sanctions if compliance slips over five years.
  • August 2026 Kensington asbestos relocation triggered lawsuits and campus disruption before classes.
  • Seventeen school closures for 2027-28 face community backlash and enrollment volatility.

What makes The School District of Philadelphia unique

  • Philadelphia runs 339 buildings and 100,000+ students, enabling citywide scale advantages.
  • Gilbane delivered Northeast Community Propel Academy through a 16-month public-private partnership.
  • The district controls a $1.5 billion capital program through 2032.

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Benefits

  • Professional Development Budget
  • Mental Health Support
  • Flexible Work Hours

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