Electrician Master

Travis County; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department seeks a skilled Master Electrician to install, maintain and repair electrical circuits and systems across county facilities. You will develop preventive maintenance schedules, perform specialized tests, and ensure work adheres to building codes and safety procedures.

The role includes leading crews, coordinating repairs, and may involve work in secure facilities with flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends to meet department needs.

Qualifications

• Requires Master Electrician License and 6+ years of experience in electrical installation, maintenance and repair.
• Possess knowledge of electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Experience leading crews and coordinating maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Respond to system repair requests and perform maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain and repair electrical systems and components.
• Lead crews on electrical projects and provide technical guidance.
• Plan maintenance schedules and perform preventive maintenance.
• Estimate time and material needs for tasks and manage tools/inventory.
• Test and calibrate electrical equipment and controls.
• Obtain required permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Work with diverse teams and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical codes

Reading schematics

Test equipment usage

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Master Electrician License

Job description

Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department has great jobs that serve dozens of facilities across the county. We offer stable career options with training and tuition reimbursement available to get you to the next level in your career.

Job Summary:

Performs skilled master electrician licensed level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits/systems. Installs new and repairs existing systems, develops and maintains preventive maintenance schedules, and performs specialized tests. Performs all work in accordance with adopted building codes and uses appropriate safety procedures.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the second in a series of two electrician-related job classifications within the Skilled Trades job family. This classification is distinguished by the requirement for a master electrician license, additional experience, the ability to perform skilled master-level of electrical work, and by lead duties and responsibilities. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

• Responds to requests for system repairs.
• Inspects, maintains and repairs electrical systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement of repairs of systems.
• Provides training and technical advice/assistance. Serves as lead worker for crews assigned to assist on electrical projects/work orders.
• Plans and develops routine maintenance schedules for systems. Performs preventive maintenance tasks on systems.
• Inspects, maintains and repairs electrical motors and generators.
• Researches and estimates time and materials needed and records time and materials used. Requests for needed tools, equipment, supplies and materials to perform assigned tasks. Monitors expenditure of supplies and controls inventory of equipment and tools.
• Tests, calibrates and repairs electronic and electrical equipment and controls.
• Obtains building permits, as needed, from regulatory agencies for the construction of new systems.
• Operates a variety of technical test equipment such as DC high voltage testers, multi-channel analog recorder, electronic meters and vibration test equipment. Performs special tests to determine problems with equipment/circuits.
• Inspects, maintains and repairs electrical motors and generators.
• Inspects, maintains and repairs electrical systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement of repairs of systems.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D. AND six (6) years experience in the installation, testing and repair of electrical control equipment, lighting systems, motors, HVAC electrical systems and other types of electrical equipment, including lead or supervisory experience;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

Must have a Master Electrician License

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License

Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance.

Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance.

Must be able to work PM, overnight shifts, including some weekends and some holidays as needed to meet the demands of Travis County.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Electrical codes, related terminology, practices and procedures.
• Standard electrical maintenance and repair methods, materials, tools and equipment.
• Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
• Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.

Skill in:

• Operating and using standard electrical tools and test equipment.
• Installing and maintaining electrical work.
• Reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints.
• Proper and applicable safety practices, procedures and regulations.
• Working with others, including on a team.
• Explaining complicated problems in simple non-technical language.
• Calculating estimates of time, labor and quantities of materials needed.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Understand and precisely follow both verbal and written instructions and communicate in a concise and effective manner.
• Work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team.
• Reason and make judgments and decisions.
• Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, other County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.

Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, repetitive motion, pulling, driving, twisting, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting, and working in cramped or confined spaces or areas for extended periods of time to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with hazardous waste, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects and rodents, toxic or potential hazardous chemical or substances, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, and high voltage. Requires work indoors/outdoors in all types of weather (excessive heat and cold). Requires working at heights from ladders and scaffolds.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

This job classification may require you to work a flexible schedule Monday - Friday including AM, PM, overnight, including some weekend and some holiday shifts to meet the needs of Travis County.

Location: Various County Facilities

Department: Facilities Management

Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.

For updates or questions on this position, contact [e-mail].

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.