Facilities Electrician

Port Houston; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Houston in Barbours Cut Maintenance seeks an experienced electrician to perform skilled electrical repairs, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain electrical systems across Port Houston locations. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, 4+ years of electrician experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license. Journeyman license preferred.

Overtime may be required as per operations schedule. The position emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and accurate record-keeping, with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years electrician experience required.
• Texas driver’s license required.
• Journeyman license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and select repair approaches.
• Provide inventory control for repair parts.
• Maintain records of work performed and materials.
• Diagnose electrical or mechanical issues with meters and tools.
• Install and service controls, circuits, lighting, and motors.
• Perform safety procedures and maintain safe work environment.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings for installation and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electrician Journeyman License preferred

Tools

Multimeters

Conduit benders

Electrical controls

Power distribution

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence.

Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact.

Position Summary:

Performs skilled electrical repairs and troubleshooting / maintenance of electrical equipment and facilities at all Port Houston locations.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Diagnose problems or recurring malfunctions; choose the course of action and repair or troubleshoot techniques to diagnose problems
• Provide inventory control for stock level of repair parts
• Maintain routine records related to work performed and material
• Diagnose electrical or mechanical problems by the use of appropriate equipment and tools such as voltmeters and other tools common to the trade
• Ensure safety and environmental procedures are exercised during the performance of daily activities
• Install electrical controls and circuits for a variety of electrical equipment such as lighting systems, motors, and control cabinets
• Make modifications to existing or add‑on facilities by installing computer cables and terminals, lighting, and lighting controls, convenience outlets and other electrical equipment
• Maintain area lighting for parking lots, wharves, transit sheds; perform routine maintenance on electrical substations; maintain cables, antennas, clearance lights and cathodic protection system
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and repairs or replaces worn, defective or damaged equipment, using appropriate equipment and tools such as multi meters, conduit benders and other tools common to the trade; interpret blueprints, sketches and drawings in installing and troubleshooting electrical equipment
• Estimate and obtain supplies needed for electrical work assignments
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 4+ years electrician experience required
• Electrician Journeyman License preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes such as the National Electrical code
• Knowledge of basic electronic troubleshooting and repairs
• Knowledge of control circuits, DC and AC motor maintenance, and power distribution
• Knowledge of electrical controls and circuits installed on Port Houston equipment
• Ample knowledge of electricity, electrical systems and equipment
• Knowledge of safety precautions necessary to deal with occupational hazards
• General working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to obtain State of Texas Electrician’s license
• Knowledge of programmable logic controller and variable frequency drive
• Knowledge of medium and high voltage switch gear is desired
• Judgment and quick thinking skills
• Ability to work with written or oral directions
• Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
• Ability to operate forklift, if needed
• A current, valid Texas driver’s license is required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Key Competencies Required:

• Achieving Results
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety

This work site location of this job is:

Barbours Cut Maintenance

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job.It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We appreciate your interest in Port Houston. Port Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Port Houston also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.