Lead Electrician

University of Houston; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston is seeking an Electrician Assistant to support the Electrical Supervisor in leading a team of electricians across university buildings. The role focuses on wiring installation, repairs, and maintenance of electrical systems, interior and exterior lighting, and emergency generators.

The position involves ensuring compliance with safety and scheduling standards in a campus environment. The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Texas Driver's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas driver's license required.
• Requires State of Texas Journeyman Electrical license.
• Must have basic grammar, spelling and math skills.
• Minimum of three years directly related experience; licensing as specified.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates electricians and support staff for installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Assists supervisor in developing work schedules and maintaining shop records.
• Prepares monthly reports and reviews time sheets and leave requests.
• Assists in performance appraisals and recommendations on hires/promotions.
• Maintains tools and equipment and stocks electrical supplies.
• Assists with safety procedures and training.
• Serves on special task force during emergencies (floods, storms, hurricanes).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Time management

Safety procedures

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Journeyman Electrical License

Three years of related experience

Tools

Texas Driver's License

Job description

Department:Facilities Operation and Maint Salary:Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Assists the Electrical Supervisor in leading and coordinating the work of electricians in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, components and fixtures in university owned buildings. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

• Coordinates the activities of electricians and supports personnel in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, interior/exterior lighting and emergency generators.
• Assists the supervisor in developing work schedules and maintaining shop records and other department documentation.
• Prepares monthly reports and reviews daily time sheets, overtime, vacation and sick leave request forms; logs electrical tasks performed in the electrical shop.
• Assists in preparing performance appraisals of electricians and recommendations on promotions, new hires and terminations.
• Maintains tools and equipment and assists in maintaining an adequate stock of electrical equipment and supplies.
• Assists with safety procedures and training.
• Serves on special task force during periods of emergency such as floods, storms, hurricanes, etc.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED Required

THIS JOB REQUIRES A VALID TEXAS DRIVER'S LICENSE.

Requires State of Texas Journeyman Electrical license.

MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Education verification will be conducted upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience. Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job, as specified on a job description addendum.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.