ELECTRICIAN - George Bush Airport

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a qualified Electrician to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems across HAS facilities. The role requires responding to emergencies, performing preventive maintenance, and managing distribution equipment to ensure safe, reliable power across terminals and support buildings.

Applicants must have a Texas Journeyman Electrician License, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license; CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED and completion of an apprentice electrician program or equivalent.
• Must have a Texas Journeyman Electrician License and a valid Texas driver’s license; CDL may be required.
• Candidates must be able to obtain security badge access including Custom Border Patrol within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, maintains, manages and upgrades electromechanical and electronic installations.
• Repairs, replaces and installs equipment and components to maximize functionality.
• Prepares and updates records, logs, and reports on work performed.
• Responds to emergency calls for electrical failures and shutdowns.
• Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments.
• Interprets technical specifications and research product details as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Emergency response

Reading blueprints

Maintenance planning

Education

High School diploma or GED

Apprentice electrician program or equivalent

Tools

Electrical meters

Electrical hand & power tools

Job description

Position Overview

Applications will be Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED. Division/ Section: AOM Electrical. Workdays & Hours: * Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays) subject to change*

Purpose of Division

The purpose of the Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance – General Maintenance Services Business Unit is to effectively and efficiently deliver self-performed maintenance services across all three HAS airports. The Business Unit is responsible for maintaining airport facilities, infrastructure, equipment, and related assets to ensure they remain safe, reliable, functional, and operational.

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of the Electrician is to troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity. This position performs journeyman level electrical work by maintaining the terminal and various support buildings electrical distribution equipment, lighting systems, and various electrical devices on a daily basis in accordance with NEC, NFPA, and FAA Advisory Circulars. This role acts as a first responder to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns. Responds to trouble calls involving troubleshooting of circuits, tripped breakers, overloaded circuits and repairs or replacement of system components. Manages Airside and landside lighting for terminals, surrounding buildings, street pole lights and airfield lighting systems. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.

"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."

The Electrician Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• -Troubleshoots, maintains, manages and upgrades existing electromechanical and electronic installations and systems.
• -Research and analyzes causes of failures. Repairs, replaces, and installs new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize function ability.
• -Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean 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.
• -Compare and evaluate 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.
• -Inspect field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.

Work Environment

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases, and substances, and/or contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term disabling nature, such as broken bones or temporary loss of sight or hearing. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Requires a High School degree or a GED certificate. Requires successful completion of an apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training OR the equivalent as recognized by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

Experience

No journey level experience is required.

Certification / License

A valid State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License is required. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Preferences

• A Journeyman Electrician License for 5+ years.
• The ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, schematics, and design specifications.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes and experience with electrical tools, meters, and materials and their uses in a commercial setting.
• Experience in high voltage (15 KV), primary distribution and emergency generators, and commercial/industrial experience including control systems, preventative maintenance programs, UPS, and PLC.
• Knowledge of airfield lighting materials and applications is a plus.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.***

General Information

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

Safety Impact Position – YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade – 18

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.