Electrician – Emergency Systems & Field Upgrades

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a qualified electrician for the Houston Water–Wastewater Operations, reporting to multiple locations in Houston. Workdays are Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–2:30 pm, with duties requiring physical effort and potential shift changes.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved apprentice electrician program, and a Texas Journeyman Electrician License (CDL may be required). Preference given to veterans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of an apprentice electrician program approved by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity.
• Repair, replace, and install new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize function ability.
• Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe operating conditions.
• Prepares and updates various records, logs, and reports related to the work being performed.
• Responds to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns.
• Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments.
• Research technical product specifications.
• Compares and evaluates product prices from vendors to determine most competitive bid.
• Assists in the inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels.
• Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Emergency response

Records management

Scheduling work

Vendor pricing

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprentice electrician program

Job description

The City of Houston is seeking a qualified electrician for the Houston Water–Wastewater Operations, reporting to multiple locations in Houston. Workdays are Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–2:30 pm, with duties requiring physical effort and potential shift changes.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved apprentice electrician program, and a Texas Journeyman Electrician License (CDL may be required). Preference given to veterans.