Electrician II in Dallas

Energy Jobline ZR; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trinity River Authority of Texas (TRA) is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to perform standardized electrical repair duties and work with high voltage equipment. The incumbent will identify and remedy problems using independent judgment and maintain records in the maintenance system.

Requirements include a Journeyman Electrician license or four years as an Apprentice Electrician, a valid Texas driver’s license, and a Class C Surface Water Treatment Operator license within three years.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or four years as Apprentice Electrician.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Texas driver’s license; Class C Surface Water Treatment Operator license within 3 years.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and safety pertaining to distribution systems.
• Basic computer skills to maintain records in CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, and maintains electrical systems and equipment.
• Locates and determines electrical malfunctions.
• Repairs electrical components of pneumatic, hydraulic or electronic equipment; uses schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Performs electrical preventive maintenance.
• Maintains calibration and repair schedules for electrical test equipment.
• Assumes duties of Senior Electrician as required.
• Leads junior electricians, including training and routine instructions.
• Follows safety guidelines and security measures as established by the Authority.
• Responds to emergency situations, including after-hours as directed by supervisor.
• Essential personnel report to work during emergencies.

Skills

Read schematics and one-line drawings

Electrical theory knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing tools

PPE

Hand tools

Power tools

Generators

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Description

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Electrical/Electronics Division Chief
• Maintenance Operations Chief
• Electrician, Chief
• Electrician, Senior

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs standardized electrical repair duties requiring a basic knowledge of electrical/electronic theory while becoming familiar with high voltage equipment. The individual is expected to identify and remedy problems using independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Inspects, repairs, and maintains electrical systems and equipment.
• 2. Locates and determines electrical malfunctions.
• 3. Repairs the electrical components of pneumatic hydraulic or electronic equipment. Ability to use technical manuals, electrical schematics, and one-line diagrams. Assists in the maintenance of files and records of plant electrical equipment and work order management system.
• 4. Performs electrical preventive maintenance.
• 5. Maintains calibration and repair schedules for electrical test equipment.
• 6. Assumes the duties of Senior Electrician as required.
• 7. Maybe assigned some lead duties of more junior level electricians to include training and communicating routine instructions. Ability to convey and receive information in written and verbal forms to others. Maintain good communications with supervisors and co-workers.
• 8. Performs all duties while observing safety guidelines and security measures as established by the Authority.
• 9. May be responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor.
• 10. Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because, in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.

WORK LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Regularly leads the work of other employees.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

No significant financial responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

Possess a Journeyman Electrician license or four years of experience as an Apprentice Electrician.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Texas driver's license. Class C Surface Water Treatment Operator License within three years.

KNOWLEDGE

Must be knowledgeable of electrical theory and practices. Be knowledgeable of safety pertaining to electrical distribution systems and equipment. Basic computer skills to enter and maintain information in a computerized maintenance management system.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Have the ability to read schematics and one-line drawings.

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

Follows general instructions and established precedents. Follows general supervisory instructions, as well as policies and precedents open to judgment in some areas and more specific guidelines, policies, and procedures in others. Based on knowledge of policies, precedents and procedures may regularly assist others with standard work methods and problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions include exposure to extreme weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases, and dust, standing for prolonged periods of time, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working with low/high voltage, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Electrical and testing equipment, PPE, hand tools, power tools, generators, pumps, and trucks.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better.

Required

Licenses & Certifications

Valid TX Driver Lic

Required

Company Description

The Trinity River flows across Texas for hundreds of miles. Providing drinking water to more than 50% of the state's population, the Trinity River is one of the most important waterways in the country. The Trinity River Authority of Texas (TRA) is proud to play an important role in preserving and developing this vital resource for Texans and the of Texans to come.

Established by the state Legislature in 1955, TRA provides water and wastewater treatment and recreation and reservoir facilities throughout the Trinity River Basin and maintains a master plan for basin-wide development. TRA also serves as a conduit for tax-exempt financing for municipal projects and as a local sponsor for federal water projects.

TRA is constantly working to improve water quality and remains at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies and innovations. An exciting and dynamic organization, TRA is poised for success for years to come.

TRA offers a competitive starting salary range, along with a comprehensive benefits package including insurance programs, savings programs, paid time off and holidays. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. TRA is an equal opportunity employer.