ELECTRICIAN

Electrician

Salary: $30.76 - $34.87 Hourly

Location: Houston

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 38138

Department: Houston Public Works

Opening Date: 02/13/2026

Closing Date: 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Overview

Applications Accepted from: All persons interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Location: Various

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Subject to change

Description of Duties/Essential Functions

Troubleshoots, maintains, manages, and upgrades existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots, maintains, manages and upgrades existing electromechanical and electronic installations and systems. Research and analyzes causes of failures. Repairs, replaces and installs new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize function ability. Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean operating conditions. Prepares and updates various records, logs and reports related to the work being performed. Responds to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns. Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments. Research technical product specifications. Compare and evaluate product prices from vendors to determine most competitive bid. Assists in inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels. Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.

Working Conditions

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 60 pounds) on a frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions of time. This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier 1 level.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements: 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 Requirements: No Journey level experience is required.

License Requirements: A valid State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License is required. Must have a valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preferences: Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

General Information

Selection/Skills Tests Required: 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.

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. The salary grade for this position is: Pay grade 18.

Application Procedures: Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. 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 please call 832.393.8085. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (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, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

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.

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No

02 Which option describes your highest completed level of education? + Less than a high school diploma or GED + High school diploma or GED + Associate degree or higher

03 How many years of verifiable Journeyman-level Electrician experience do you possess? + No Experience + Less than 1 year + 1 - 2 years + 2 - 3 years + 3-4 years + 4 - 5 years + 5 years or more

04 Which of the following is the highest level of current/valid State of Texas Electrician License you hold? + Apprentice + Journeyman + Master + None of the above

05 Please provide your State of Texas or City of Houston Journeyman or Masters Electrician License number and the expiration date below and attach proof of your certification to this application. (Required for position)

06 Do you have a valid Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of selection in compliance with the City of Houston Motor Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy (AP 2-2)? + No + Yes + My license is currently valid but from another state.

07 How many years of professional medium voltage experience do you have? + No Experience + Less than 1 year + 1 year but less than 2 years + 2 years but less than 3 years + 3 years or more Required Question