Lead Electrician

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Rusk, TX

10d•$4,263 - $6,779•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Electrician performs advanced-level maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and circuits at Rusk State Hospital. The role installs and repairs electrical systems, circuits, apparatus, and electrical components of machinery and equipment; inspects, tests, and troubleshoots electrical equipment, lighting, and power circuits; and coordinates electrical repairs performed by others. The position advises on electrical issues for maintenance planning, participates in long-range electrical maintenance planning, maintains and renovates electrical services, processes work orders and material requisitions, assigns work to qualified staff, and trains and leads maintenance employees on electrical projects. It also maintains and oversees records. The role works under limited supervision of the plant manager, assistant plant manager, or another appropriate supervisor, with considerable latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. The position attends work regularly and may be assigned a specific or rotating schedule, extended shifts, overtime, or rotating on-call duties to meet facility needs. It may also support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation, potentially at an alternate shift or location. The position is based at Rusk State Hospital in Rusk, Texas, is not eligible for telework according to the posting, and may involve travel up to 5%.

Requirements

At least 24 months of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment supplemented by vocational or special training, or 48 months of experience in an electrical trade.
Valid Texas driver’s license, or ability to obtain one no later than 90 days after hire; applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record. Eligible driving record required under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Knowledge of general principles and theory of electricity, safety regulations, and the repair, maintenance, and operation of electrical systems in buildings, building systems, and facility grounds.
Basic working knowledge of other maintenance areas, including boilers, painting, plastering, carpentry, building materials, plumbing, welding procedures, HVAC, sanitation, and refrigeration.
Knowledge of industrial safety and fire and safety regulations.
Advanced skill using tools for electrical repair and maintenance, and skill with hand tools, power tools, test equipment, preventive maintenance, and electrical system inspections.
Ability to follow instructions, estimate materials, and apply appropriate methods, techniques, and procedures for electrical maintenance and repair.
Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and sketches and organize preventive maintenance programs.
Ability to lead, prioritize, and oversee others’ work; work independently or as part of a team; and work harmoniously with coworkers and facility staff.
Ability to solve problems, make decisions, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Pass required fingerprint criminal background, pre-employment drug, and registry checks.
Must be at least 18 years old for employment at a state-operated facility.
Comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital immunization-related operating procedures.
Must bring I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Nice To Haves

Electrician licensure from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Anticipate and recognize equipment failures, identify their causes and corrective actions, and take proactive steps to prevent failures.
Lead electrical maintenance and repair projects; coordinate schedules and staff assignments with maintenance supervisors; train employees; delegate work to qualified personnel; and oversee their work.
Maintain training records and other required records.
Inspect, adjust, maintain, and repair electrical systems according to recognized codes and standards; determine appropriate work methods and use job-specific equipment safely.
Diagnose wiring and electrical component defects and replace faulty circuit breakers, fuses, switches, sockets, and other electrical elements.
Interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, sketches, and circuit drawings.
Calculate electrical loads, wire sizes, and lengths; install motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures; complete circuits according to diagrams; repair magnetic starters and remote start-stop stations; operate and maintain high- and low-voltage switches; install conduit; and wire and maintain low-voltage switchgear.
Repair and renovate building electrical systems to improve safety or efficiency, and participate in design and planning to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Identify project timeframes, required materials, and other project details.
Inspect contractor maintenance work for contract compliance.
Maintain inventory of shop equipment, supplies, materials, and components; process paperwork and maintain records for work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
Communicate orally and in writing to support maintenance operations and productive work relationships.
Participate in disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities when assigned, potentially at an alternate shift or location.
Perform other duties as assigned.