Industrial Electrician I
About The Position
Under general supervision and direction of the Industrial Electrical Supervisor, the Industrial Electrician I repairs, replaces, and services electrical systems and equipment on Board-managed utility-related facilities. The role installs and maintains electrical wiring, conduit, and equipment; assists with troubleshooting, testing, and repairing electrical systems; and supports airport winter weather operations as required. The position works in and around Board facilities, airport grounds, and airport operations areas, including near roadways and moving aircraft. It may involve extended outdoor work in inclement weather, manual labor, working at heights up to 100 feet, and use of ladders, power-lift equipment, and hand, power, and precision tools. The employee must meet licensing, certification, medical, security-badge, and safety-sensitive employment requirements described in the posting.
Requirements
- Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent.
- Two years of experience as an industrial or commercial electrician; equivalent combinations of education and/or experience may be substituted.
- Possess an Apprentice Electrician License issued by the State of Texas or be able to obtain one within six months of employment.
- Be able to obtain Universal Refrigerant certification from an EPA-approved provider within one year of employment.
- Pass a color vision deficiency test.
- Pass a medical physical examination.
- Possess a valid Class C driver's license.
- Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in maintaining electromechanical systems.
- Knowledge of microcomputer-based control-system principles and environmental energy equipment, including heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
- Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions applicable in an industrial environment.
- Knowledge of and skill in operating electronic test equipment.
- Ability to assemble light electrical conduit runs to deliver electrical service.
- Ability to use test equipment and hand tools associated with electrical-system repair, maintenance, and installation.
- Knowledge of electrical-trade codes, practices, methods, tools, and materials.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals and maintain current knowledge of technology and equipment changes.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to use computers and proficiently enter data in various programs.
- Ability to periodically work on call outside normal operating hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to obtain a SIDA Airport Identification/Access Badge within 30 days of employment and maintain qualification upon each renewal.
- Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including lifting, working at heights, and working outdoors in inclement weather.
Responsibilities
- Install power-supply wiring and conduit, including EMT, O-CAL, rigid conduit, MC cable, strut, and cable trays.
- Assist with troubleshooting and repairing electrical components, wiring diagrams, transformers, motors, panels, and circuits.
- Assist with troubleshooting and repairing motor control centers and control equipment up to 4160 volts AC.
- Replace lighting-system ballasts, transformers, capacitors, sockets, starters, fuses, and lamps, and troubleshoot PLC circuits.
- Assist in maintaining 125 VDC electric systems.
- Test-operate 25kV switchgear and utility-grade substation transformers.
- Locate ground faults and repair or replace damaged cables using equipment and tools.
- Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing switchgear, motor controllers, electrical panels, CT cabinets, breakers, lighting, and power supplies.
- Test electrical systems and circuit continuity using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to confirm system compatibility and safety.
- Assist in inspecting systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, or needed adjustments or repairs and to ensure code compliance.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, locate breakdown causes, and correct problems.
- Assist with ordering parts, supplies, and equipment when authorized by the supervisor.
- Maintain a current Apprentice Electrician's license or identification card to meet state regulations.
- Participate in airport winter weather operations as required.
- Work periodically on call outside normal operating hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Obtain and maintain a SIDA Airport Identification/Access Badge in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Attend work during emergencies or inclement weather as an essential employee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
