Electrician Assistant - Dallas Water Utilities - (Civil Service)

Dallas City Hall; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas City Hall is seeking an Electrician Assistant for the Dallas Water Utilities department. The role supports electricians in installing, testing, and maintaining electrical systems across city facilities, including pump stations and city buildings.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; Texas Electrical Apprentice License is required before appointment. Entry-level wage is within the civil service pay plan with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of electrical equipment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• Must obtain Texas Electrical Apprentice License before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians in installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and lighting.
• Troubleshoot simple electrical and electronic apparatus using schematics.
• Install and repair control circuits, lighting circuits, motors, and switchgear per codes.
• Read blueprints/diagrams to locate equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Document maintenance and repair activities and participate in training opportunities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lay wires per diagrams.
• Assist in all other trades as needed.
• Ensure compliance with building and safety codes.

Skills

Electrical concepts

Electrical codes

Reading schematics

Hand and power tools

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Electrician Assistant - Dallas Water Utilities - (Civil Service)Applyposted on: Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: August 19, 2026 (12 days left to apply)job requisition id: 25-26389**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.**Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.**Job Summary**Assists electricians in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment and fixtures of city buildings and facilities (e.g., airport field lighting, exhibit booths, city buildings, pump stations, traffic signal lighting, and water plants) according to federal, state, and local electrical codes.**Job Description****Overview**The Electrician Assistant supports and assists in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the electrical equipment and fixtures of city buildings and facilities in compliance with federal, state, and city codes.**Essential Functions****1** Assists and supports Electricians in the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment, lighting, and power circuits for the City and its departments and facilities.**2** Troubleshoots simple electrical and electronic apparatus, motors, controls, and equipment by using schematics to ensure electrical power compatibility and safety of components.**3** Installs, repairs, and maintains various electrical equipment such as control circuits, lighting circuits, motors, switch gear for new, temporary and existing construction and ensures equipment conforms to electrical and safety codes.**4** Participates in the inspection and evaluations of electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair to ensure compliance with electrical codes; tests circuits and electric components to locate broken connections or defective current-control mechanisms.**5** Documents maintenance and repair activities to provide accurate records of work performed; participates in and attends various training opportunities to develop skills and expertise.**6** Performs preventive maintenance work on electrical equipment and fixtures to detect electrical hazards; connects, pulls, and lays wires according to diagrams to install and repair fixtures.**7** Reads blueprints or electrical diagrams to determine locations of equipment and conformance to building and safety codes.**8** Performs any and all other trades work as needed or assigned.**Knowledge and Skills****1** Knowledge of electrical components and apparatus.**2** Knowledge of electrical codes and regulations.**3** Ability to read various complex schematic diagrams and blueprints, troubleshoot electrical systems, and develop resolutions.**4** Ability to use and instruct in various types of hand tools, power tools, precision testing and/or troubleshooting equipment.**5** Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.**6** Establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION:** * High school diploma, GED.**EXPERIENCE:*** One (1) year of experience in the construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of electrical equipment.**LICENSES****:*** Valid driver's license with good driving record.* Must have or be able to obtain State of Texas Electrical Apprentice License before appointment.**Salary Range**$45,073.60 - $49,088.00The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.