On-Call Journeyman Electrician – Maintenance & Repairs

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an Electrician for the General Services Department to maintain and upgrade electrical systems, conduct preventive maintenance, and respond to outages at various facilities.

The role requires a Texas Journeyman Electrician License, a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved apprentice program, and a valid Texas driver's license (CDL may be required). Overtime and on-call nights/weekends are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training or equivalent as recognized by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

Responsibilities

• Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, manage and upgrade existing electromechanical and electronic installations and systems.
• Responds to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns.
• Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments.
• Researches technical product specifications.
• Compares and evaluates vendors' product pricing to determine most competitive bid.
• Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.
• Assists in inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels.
• Assists other trades as needed.
• Must be willing to work overtime and be on call nights and weekends.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training or equivalent

Job description

City of Houston is seeking an Electrician for the General Services Department to maintain and upgrade electrical systems, conduct preventive maintenance, and respond to outages at various facilities.

The role requires a Texas Journeyman Electrician License, a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved apprentice program, and a valid Texas driver's license (CDL may be required). Overtime and on-call nights/weekends are required.