City of Houston Jobs in USA – Electrician

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
WORKDAYS & HOURS: M – F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking an
Electrician to join its
Facilities Management & Development team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

• Troubleshoot, maintain, manage and upgrade existing electrical installation systems.
• Research and analyze the causes of failures.
• Repair, replace and install new equipment components and related hardware to maximize function.
• Provide preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean operating conditions.
• Prepare and update various records, logs and reports.
• Respond to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns.
• Research technical product specifications.
• Assist in the inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels.
• Inspect field locations to determine the appropriate type and placement of electrical components for installation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects weighing up to 80 pounds on a frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school degree or a GED certificate. Requires successful completion of an apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training or the equivalent as recognized by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No journey level experience is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License is required.

Must have a valid driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

• The ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, design specifications, City Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, and experience in installation and maintenance of high and low voltage distribution systems. Knowledge of operating heavy equipment such as high-reach bucket truck, derrick digger, ditching machines.
• Successful applicant must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of employment.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:

Pay Grade 18

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.