Electrician

MOS Code

12R (Army), 1141 (Marine Corps), 5699 (Navy), EM (Coast Guard)

High School Diploma, GED, or higher, and two (2) years of experience as a journey-level electrician.

• A Texas Journey Level Electrician's License is required at the time of application.
• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the time of appointment.
• Some positions may require a Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License or equivalent from another state.
• Positions with the Streets and Maintenance Department require a Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of appointment.

Positions requiring a CDL or positions of a safety sensitive are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.

Under general supervision, perform a variety of skilled electrical services tasks including equipment, and system repair, maintenance, testing, and installation.

Repair, replace, and troubleshoot electrical equipment. Involves:
Respond to scheduled or emergency situations. Repair and/or provide preventative maintenance services. Test and validate results. Inspect electrical equipment and/or systems. Operate standard or specialized vehicles and/or equipment utilized to perform duties. Maintain/update files, records, reports, and logs. Identify, recommend, and oversee parts purchase and inventory replacement.

Install new and/or enhanced electrical services, equipment, and/or systems. Involves:
Research and identify costs, problems, parts, supplies, equipment, and materials. Calculate electrical circuit requirements for present and future needs. Gather materials and supplies. Wire, connect, test, validate, and maintain new services or systems. Coordinate electrical service needs and schedules with other trades, vendors, contractors, departments, and co‑workers. Installation, removal, construction, welding, painting, refurbishing, and/or performing other tasks associated with electrical installation depending on the area of assignment.

As assigned or authorized, may direct laborers/trades helpers or others in routine areas. As assigned/authorized, may participate in personnel‑related duties including, but not limited to, directing or recommending assignment/delegation of work, review/inspection/acceptance of work, training/development of employees, and/or other assigned responsibilities.