City of Laredo

Employment - Current Openings

Job Title:	Master Electrician, (B094220-1), R32, Wastewater Collection
Closing Date/Time:	Continuous
Salary:	$13.53 - $18.27 Hourly $2,345.20 - $3,166.80 Monthly $28,142.40 - $38,001.60 Annually
Job Type:	Full-time
Location:	City of Laredo, Texas
Department:	Utilities

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Re-posted: 7-24-09 Performs skilled Master Electrician work to provide a safe and reliable electrical environment in the City’s buildings/premises. Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs electrical circuits. Reads sketches and blueprints. Schedules and responds to problems as reported. Sets and/or revises priorities as needed.
Job Description:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of installation of emergency back-up generators. Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the electrical trade. Knowledge of electrical code requirements as they relate to electrical wiring and equipment. Knowledge of first aid measures applicable to victims of electric shock. Skilled in the use of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical trade. Skilled in locating and adjusting defects in electrical systems and equipment. Ability to make routine estimates of time and materials. Ability to work from drawings and specifications. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor. Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff. Ability to perform strenuous and routine work. Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record. Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. Ability to comply with all City of Laredo’s policies and procedures. Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed outside exposed to a variety of weather conditions such as: excessive dampness/chill, heat, humidity, cold/inclement weather and exposure to unknown & dangerous conditions/ unusual environmental stress. Work is exposed to outdoor elements, such as: dust, dirt, radiant/electrical energy, constant noise, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working on ladders or scaffolding, and working around machines with moving parts and/or objects. Work involves rotating shifts and working extended workdays outside the regular working hours, on-call, and working closely with others and alone. Work requires repeated bending, standing, kneeling, reaching above shoulders, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, light carrying under 15 pounds, moderate lifting between 15-44 pounds and operate a motor vehicle. Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of colors, depth perception, and hearing is needed to perform essential functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans, schedules and assigns work to subordinate electricians engaged in electrical repair and maintenance; checks and approves work from subordinates; carries out evaluations of subordinates based on the work they have done. Maintains working knowledge of electrical code requirements as they relate to electrical wiring and equipment throughout the City. Installs conduits, wires, pull boxes, switchboards, controllers, and switches required in making additions, extensions, or alterations in electrical systems. Tests, locates, and repairs trouble in electrical circuits and equipment. Repairs and replaces defective parts in motors, generators, storage batteries, switchboards, controllers, contractors, switches, and other fixtures and appliances. Maintains a stock of selected electrical supplies; prepares reports and maintains records of such items. Advises individuals responsible for appliance, bulb, ballast, and light fixture about repairs. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or G.E.D. -AND- Five (5) years of responsible electrical work experience.
Valid Licenses and Certifications:
Master Electrician’s License (required) Valid Texas Driver’s License* If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment. As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.* Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 795-3068 two days prior to the scheduled test or interview. "AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT."