Industrial Utility Electrician I (Apprentice)

Austin, Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Water is hiring an Industrial Utility Electrician I to perform apprentice-level electrical diagnostics on motors, switchgear, and lighting within multiple Austin facilities. The role requires reading schematics, maintaining high voltage equipment, and coordinating 15kV switching with utility partners.

The position involves on-call responsibilities, overtime, and working at various plant sites, including treatment and distribution facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent and four years in the electrical trade, including as an electrician helper or licensed apprentice.
• State of Texas Electrical Apprentice License or higher is required.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License and ability to meet City of Austin driver requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform apprentice-level electrical diagnostics on motors, motor controls, substation switchgear, distribution systems, and lighting.
• Assist in maintaining 2.5kV–12.5kV equipment, protective relays, breakers, and transformers.
• Read, interpret, and modify blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and control circuits.
• Coordinate 15kV switching with utility providers during outages or maintenance.
• Support on-call and overtime as needed and work in varied locations across Austin facilities.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Blueprints reading

Safety practices

Electrical distribution systems

Communication skills

Problem solving

Driver eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 years electrical trade experience

Tools

Schematics

Vibration analysis

Multimeter

Amp probe

Megohmmeter

Surge tester

Hand tools

Job description

Austin Water is hiring an Industrial Utility Electrician I to perform apprentice-level electrical diagnostics on motors, switchgear, and lighting within multiple Austin facilities. The role requires reading schematics, maintaining high voltage equipment, and coordinating 15kV switching with utility partners.

The position involves on-call responsibilities, overtime, and working at various plant sites, including treatment and distribution facilities.