Electrician, G14, Utilities Department - Full-time

About the Department

This position is responsible for the electrical maintenance and service work in the Utilities Department. 

Position Duties

• 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, contactors, switches, and other fixtures and appliances.
• Maintain a stock of selected electrical supplies; prepare reports and maintain records.
• Services, repairs, and maintains lighting, power, and heating, as assigned.
• Performs electrical maintenance and service work.
• Installs or repairs SCADA fixtures, power outlets, and switches.
• Maintains and repairs the air conditioning unit.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern SCADA procedures and methods, including computers and applicable software.
• Knowledge of national electrical codes.
• Knowledge of the installation of emergency backup generators.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the electrical trade.
• Ability to meet the schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work from drawings and specifications.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited institution. 
• At least five (5) years of electrical work experience.
• Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician License.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Other Qualifications

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of related electrical maintenance and repair duties. Electrical hazards contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in county facilities. Success in this position ensures safe and well-maintained electrical systems.

Physical Demands/Work Environment
 Occasionally

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles.
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Working in low temperatures
• Working in high temperatures
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Working in hazardous conditions.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
• Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle.

Constantly

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Other Requirements/Information

• Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and criminal background checks are required.
• This position is covered under Civil Service; therefore, is subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.