Electrician Master

Travis County•Various County Facilities, TX

About The Position

Travis County Facilities Management is hiring a Master Electrician to perform skilled, master-level work installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical circuits and systems across county facilities. The position develops and maintains preventive maintenance schedules, performs specialized tests, and ensures work complies with adopted building codes and appropriate safety procedures. The classification requires a master electrician license, additional experience, and the ability to perform lead duties. Work may take place in secure facilities and may require a flexible schedule to meet departmental needs. The role includes responding to repair requests; inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, motors, generators, equipment, and controls; recommending system replacements or repairs; and providing training and technical assistance. The employee serves as a lead worker for crews, estimates time and materials, maintains records and inventory, requests supplies and tools, obtains permits when needed, and uses technical test equipment to identify electrical problems. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and six years of relevant experience, including lead or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master Electrician License, valid Texas Driver's License, and successful criminal background investigation, including fingerprint clearance for CJIS clearance, are required. Work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, but the role may require AM, PM, overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts. The work includes indoor and outdoor settings, varied weather, heights, confined spaces, and exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and substances. Employees may also be assigned business continuity duties outside their normal job functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and six years of experience installing, testing, and repairing electrical control equipment, lighting systems, motors, HVAC electrical systems, and other electrical equipment, including lead or supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Master Electrician License.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance, including background investigation and fingerprint clearance.
Ability to work PM and overnight shifts, including some weekends and holidays, as needed.
Knowledge of electrical codes, related terminology, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of standard electrical maintenance and repair methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
Knowledge of computer equipment, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and software packages.
Knowledge of business letter writing, grammar, punctuation, and report preparation.
Skill in operating standard electrical tools and test equipment and installing and maintaining electrical work.
Skill in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints and applying safety practices, procedures, and regulations.
Skill in teamwork, explaining complex problems in nontechnical language, estimating time, labor, and material quantities, and verbal and written communication.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions precisely and communicate concisely and effectively.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exercise judgment, manage time, perform multiple tasks, and organize activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county employees, officials, clients, outside agencies, and the public.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform the physical activities required for the job, including climbing, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, driving, and working in cramped or confined spaces.

Responsibilities

Respond to requests for electrical system repairs.
Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems, motors, generators, equipment, and controls.
Recommend repairs or replacement of electrical systems.
Provide training and technical advice or assistance.
Serve as lead worker for crews assigned to electrical projects and work orders.
Plan and develop routine maintenance schedules and perform preventive maintenance tasks.
Research and estimate the time and materials needed for work and record materials and time used.
Request necessary tools, equipment, supplies, and materials.
Monitor supply expenditures and control inventory of equipment and tools.
Test, calibrate, and repair electronic and electrical equipment and controls.
Obtain building permits from regulatory agencies when needed for construction of new systems.
Operate technical test equipment, including DC high-voltage testers, multi-channel analog recorders, electronic meters, and vibration test equipment.
Perform special tests to diagnose problems with equipment and circuits.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.