Journeyman Electrician - Wastewater Maintenance

City of Pasadena, TX; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical insurance

On-site medical clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Strong retirement match

Job summary

The City of Pasadena, TX is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to perform advanced maintenance at wastewater facilities, including treatment plants and lift stations. The role leads complex electrical work and ensures system reliability.

You will troubleshoot, install, modify, and repair electrical systems, maintain switchgear and motor controls, and use CMMS for scheduling and documentation. On-call rotations and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician License required at hire.
• Minimum five years of industrial electrical experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license with good record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems at wastewater facilities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues in industrial equipment and facility systems.
• Install, modify, and repair electrical systems including conduit, wiring, and components.
• Lead technicians, coordinate projects, and use CMMS to document work and scheduling.

Skills

CMMS experience

On-call readiness

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Duties: The Journeyman Electrician performs advanced electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for the City's wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, lift stations, and associated facilities. The role is responsible for executing and leading complex electrical work, ensuring system reliability, and supporting preventative maintenance programs through the use of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Work is performed both independently and as part of a maintenance crew. Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment at wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, and related facilities. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues involving industrial equipment and facility systems. Install, modify, and repair electrical systems, including conduit (EMT and rigid), wiring, and electrical components. Maintain and repair switchgear, motor control systems, power distribution systems, emergency power systems, and motor-operated valves. Plan and coordinate electrical maintenance and installation projects, including identifying material needs, ordering parts, and organizing tools and equipment. Utilize CMMS to document work activities, track maintenance history, and support preventive maintenance scheduling in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and system performance. Serve as a lead technician when assigned, providing guidance and support to Utility Maintenance Workers and other personnel. Requires availability for scheduled on-call rotations and emergency response, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Promote and ensure safe work practices for all personnel in compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations. Coordinate and communicate with contractors performing electrical work at City facilities. Maintains all required licenses, certifications, and professional credentials. Works the assigned schedule and complies with City attendance and timekeeping policies. Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician License required at time of hire. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in industrial electrical work, electrical construction, or maintenance in a related field. Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record. Ability to work in industrial environments, including exposure to electrical hazards, confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, and wastewater facilities. Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting and carrying materials, kneeling, crouching and bending; pushing, pulling and reaching; and standing for prolonged periods of time and working in confined or elevated spaces. Preferred: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred. Experience with wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, or similar industrial environments. Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance tracking systems.

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years – four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.