Electrician (Wastewater Operations)

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

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Houston Water- Wastew ater Operations

Reporting Location: Multiple Locations*

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm*

*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Troubleshoots, maintains, manages and upgrades existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity.

REPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity. Troubleshoots and repairs communications systems.
• Researches 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.
• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 60 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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 REQUIREMENTS

No journey level experience is required

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

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).

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.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

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.

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.

Pay Grade 18

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment

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.