Master Electrician; A262770-2 Building Rehab

Job Title

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Reposted: 06/08/2026 Performs electrical maintenance and service work. Installs or repairs lamps and fixtures, power outlets, and switches. Maintains and repairs air conditioning unit.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Installs conduits, wires, pull boxes, switchboards, controllers, and switches required in making additions, extensions, or alterations in electrical systems.
• Tests, locates, and repairs trouble in electrical circuits and equipment; repairs and replaces defective parts in motors, generators, storage batteries, switchboards, controllers, contractors, switches, and other fixtures and appliances.
• Maintains a stock of selected electrical supplies; prepares reports and maintains records.
• Services, repairs, and maintains lighting, power, heating, and traffic lights, as assigned.
• Provides advice and guidance to individuals responsible for appliance, bulb, ballast, and light fixture repair.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

• Modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• National electrical codes
• Installation of emergency back-up generators
• Standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the electrical trade

• Organization and time management
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Use of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work
• Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Making routine estimates of time and materials
• Working from drawings and specifications
• Following oral and written instruction
• Taking and following directions from supervisor
• Giving directions to and gaining compliance from assigned staff
• Performing strenuous and routine work
• Maintaining good planning and organizational skills
• Maintaining a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record
• Maintaining harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and responding to general public complaints
• Projecting a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo
• Effectively communicating both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language
• Complying with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures
• Maintaining good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements Seldom

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Sometimes

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Frequently

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel Never

• National travel
• International travel

Frequently

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• At least five (5) years of responsible electrical work experience

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Master Electrician License from the State of Texas is required. (Copy of Master Electrician License must be attached to the application).
• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive…