Description
$35.38 to $40.68
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Manager, Maintenance
Electrical/Electronics Division Chief
Maintenance Operations Chief
Electrician, Chief
POSITION SUMMARY
An individual in this position must be able to perform all installations, electrical maintenance, and repair duties at the project. This individual is expected to use good judgment and perform duties without technical guidance or supervision. This individual may be asked to train and direct the activities of subordinates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs electrical/electronic maintenance and repair on a variety of structures, machinery, and equipment utilizing engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles in strict compliance with the National Electrical Codes. Examines and diagnoses faulty electrical systems. Schedules and performs electrical preventive maintenance. Ability to analyze problems and make repairs on plant HVAC. Coordinates services of these systems.
2. Reads and interprets electrical schematics and diagrams. Analyzes designs and fabricates entire electrical systems as needed while providing proper documentation. Makes recommendations concerning spare parts inventory and electronic equipment to be purchased, as well as develops bid specifications.
3. Assists the Chief Electrician in the repair and troubleshooting of medium and high voltage distribution systems. Performs duties of Chief Electrician as required. Directly leads a group of junior-level electricians to include training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
4. Ability to convey and receive information in written and verbal forms to others. Maintain good communication with supervisors and co-workers.
5. Ensures quality control and safe work practices are followed. Performs all duties while observing safety guidelines and security measures as established by the Authority.
6. May be responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor.
7. Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.
WORK LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Regularly leads the work of other employees.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
No significant financial responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
High school diploma or GED. Sixty college credit hours with courses in the electrical field or completion of technical school.
EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician or possess Master Electrician along with high voltage experience. Experience in industrial electrical and mechanical maintenance is preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Texas driver's license. Must have Journeyman electrical license. Class C Surface Water Treatment license within 3 years (Water Plant).
KNOWLEDGE
Thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical theory and practices. Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and safe operation of electrical and mechanical equipment and current electrical and mechanical construction practices and standards. Knowledge of safety practices pertaining to electrical and mechanical distribution systems and equipment. Basic computer skills to enter and maintain information in a computerized maintenance management system.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Use of tools, equipment, and materials pertaining to electrical and mechanical maintenance. Must have the ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment.
GUIDANCE RECEIVED
Receives periodic supervision and uses guidelines/range of procedures. Follows periodic direct instructions and guidelines, uses policies and procedures that require some interpretation. Problems that cannot be addressed through an existing guideline, policy or procedure are referred to a supervisor or more senior position. Incumbent must exercise judgment about whether to escalate issues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions include exposure to extreme weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases, and dust, standing for prolonged periods of time, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working with low/high voltage, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Electrical and testing equipment, PPE, hand tools, power tools, outdoor equipment, and trucks.
Qualifications
Education
Preferred
Some college or better.
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Valid TX Driver Lic
Company DescriptionThe Trinity River flows across Texas for hundreds of miles. Providing drinking water to more than 50% of the state's population, the Trinity River is one of the most important waterways in the country. The Trinity River Authority of Texas (TRA) is proud to play an important role in preserving and developing this vital resource for Texans and the generations of Texans to come.Description
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Manager, Maintenance
Electrical/Electronics Division Chief
Maintenance Operations Chief
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for maintaining the plant's electrical equipment, including heating and air conditioning at a medium to large water/wastewater treatment facility. This individual directs the activities and duties of assigned subordinate electricians, assigns tasks, trains, schedules, plans, consults, and authorizes procedures to be followed. The individual in this position will be called on to perform hands-on electrical repairs of varying complexity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains a program of repair and preventive maintenance for electrical equipment, buildings, and facilities owned by the project.
2. Coordinates with other divisions, departments, Authority inspectors, and contractors on project repairs and modifications.
3. Analyzes work orders and problems, estimates job requirements, authorizes corrective action, materials, and labor within the stated guidelines of the division, department, Authority and/or Electrical/Electronics Division Chief. Documents and records needed data and information. Completes project and Authority forms accurately and in a timely manner.
4. Responsible for the safety of all subordinate employees. Inspects subordinates' work, assists subordinates as needed, and leads work on complicated jobs as required. Leads a group of non-exempt technical and maintenance employees to include training and scheduling. Oversees that Authority tools, equipment, and vehicles are operated by maintenance personnel in a safe manner and/or within the manufacturer's guidelines for proper usage and/or within the policy and procedures of the division, department, the Project and/or the Authority.
5. Directly supervises a group of more junior-level maintenance employees to include hiring, career development training, on-the-job training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. Ensure that all safety guidelines and security measures as established by the Authority are followed. Provide operational, technical, and safety training to subordinates. Functions as a training instructor. Will be required to develop training aids and/or materials.
6. Performs the duties of Electrical/Electronics Division Chief as required.
7. May be responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor.
8. Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.
WORK LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Regularly leads the work of other employees.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
No significant financial responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
High school diploma or GED; sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education.
EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience as a Senior Electrician or equivalent experience; one-year supervisory experience preferred. Four years of experience as a Journeyman or possess a Master Electrician license.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Texas driver's license. Minimum current State of Texas Journeyman Electrical license required.
KNOWLEDGE
Thorough understanding of electrical theory and practices. Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials pertaining to electrical maintenance. Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and safe operation of electrical equipment and current electrical construction codes, practices and standards. Knowledge of safety pertaining to electrical distribution systems and equipment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to read electrical schematic drawings and one-line drawings. Must be a self-starter with the ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
GUIDANCE RECEIVED
Receives periodic supervision and uses guidelines/range of procedures. Follows periodic direct instructions and guidelines, uses policies and procedures that require some interpretation. Problems that cannot be addressed through an existing guideline, policy, or procedure are referred to a supervisor or more senior position. The Incumbent must exercise judgment about whether to escalate issues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions include exposure to extreme weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases, and dust, standing for prolonged periods of time, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working with low/high voltage, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Electrical testing equipment, hand tools, PPE, power tools, office equipment, pickup truck, and bucket truck.
