Electrician III

City of San Antonio • Full-time • San Antonio, TX, US • $29 / hour • 1m ago

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled advanced journeyman-level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of both high and low-voltage electrical systems and equipment. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location
318 N. Las Moras St.

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

Installs, alters, repairs, and maintains both high and low voltage motors, generators, motor controllers, panel boxes, transformers, and wiring systems, which involves frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 30 pounds.
Troubleshoots electrical systems to diagnose electrical problems and performs required repairs.
Installs, alters, repairs, and maintains special metering, control, telemetering, and recording equipment.
Makes estimates of required time and materials needed to complete assigned task or jobs.
Maintains accurate records of time and materials used in the maintenance and repair history of all electrical equipment.
Performs high and low voltage electrical hookups for special events.
Operates electrical tools to install and perform general maintenance on lighting systems, fixtures, and equipment.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
Two (2) years of experience as a journeyman electrician.
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Licensed as a Journeyman Electrician by the State of Texas.
Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Preferred Qualification

Valid Class "B" CDL Driver's License.
Experience researching, drafting, and implementing standard operating procedures.
Five (5) years of experience working with commercial/industrial electrical installations.

Applicant Information

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of city, state, and National electrical codes.
Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and procedures used in the electrical trade.
Knowledge of electrical equipment repair and installation techniques, procedures, and methods.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety standards of the electrical trade including working with high voltage.
Skill in utilizing special electrical tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, insulation testing meters, and circuit testers.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
Working conditions are both in an inside and outside environment. May be exposed to electrical hazards.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.