Posting number: 39293
Department: Houston Airport System
Job classification: ELECTRICIAN
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Building Maintenance, Maintenance
The purpose of Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, General Maintenance Services Business Unit it is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.
Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/ Section: HAS Maintenance/General Maintenance Services - HOBBY Airport
Workdays & Hours: * Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays) subject to change*
PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The purpose of the Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, General Maintenance Services Business Unit is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services across all three HAS airports. The unit is committed to providing timely, reliable, and high-quality maintenance support to ensure the safety, functionality, and operational efficiency of airport facilities and infrastructure.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the Electrician is to troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity. This position performs journeyman level electrical work by maintaining the terminal and various support buildings electrical distribution equipment, lighting systems, and various electrical devices on a daily basis in accordance with NEC, NFPA, and FAA Advisory Circulars. This role acts as a first responder to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns. Responds to trouble calls involving troubleshooting of circuits, tripped breakers, overloaded circuits and repairs or replacement of system components. Manages Airside and landside lighting for terminals, surrounding buildings, street pole lights and airfield lighting systems. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.
"Candidates must be able to obtain ALL security REQUIRED BADGE ACCESS INCLUDING CBP ACCESS within 6 months from the hire date.”
The Electrician responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases, and substances, and/or contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term disabling nature, such as broken bones or temporary loss of sight or hearing. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.
EDUCATION
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
No journey level experience is required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
A valid State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License is required.
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
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.
Pay Grade - 18
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.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043).
If you need special services or accommodations, call 281-233-1043 (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
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.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=EDWLV_sJFoM
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.
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