Electrician II

Salary: $26.99 Hourly
Location : 5800 ENRIQUE M. BARRERA PARKWAY, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78227, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01063
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Under general direction, is responsible for performing skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, motors, and related equipment and in City-owned buildings. Working conditions are inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, and high noise areas. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.


Work Location
5800 Historic Old Hwy. 90 W.

Work Hours
6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Shifts are subject to change to accommodate special events, evening coverage, rotating weekends, and holiday shift work, as dictated by business needs. On-call will be required to support non-operating hours.

Essential Job Functions

• Installs, maintains, alters, and repairs electrical fixtures and equipment such as wiring, lighting power appliances, machinery, overhead circuits, underground conduits, and pole lines.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical motors and generators used in various pumping operations, may require frequent lifting/carrying of up to 30 pounds.
• Installs electrical hook-ups for special events.
• Performs visual inspections and preventative maintenance on building equipment.
• Repairs and maintains clocks, motors, and similar appliances in municipal buildings, climbing, balancing, walking, reaching, sitting, standing, bending and stooping as needed.
• Performs re-lamping of picnic areas, recreational areas, parking lots, and airport runways and taxiways.
• Installs electrical outlets, fuse boxes, circuit breakers, electrical panels, computer plugs, lighting systems, and other electrical components and equipment operating tools and equipment of the
  electrical trade.
• Installs security and landscape lighting.
• Maintains an inventory of parts and equipment.
• Maintains emergency lighting systems.
• 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).
• Four (4) years of experience in dedicated electrical maintenance or construction.
• Licensed as a Journeyman Electrician by the State of Texas.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic computer skills.
• One (1) year of experience using a work order system.
• One (1) year of experience with CRM/SAP.
• Valid Class "B" Driver's License (CDL).

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 tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trades.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade, including working with high voltage.
• Knowledge of city, state, and national electrical codes.
• Knowledge of electrical installation, repair, and maintenance techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Skill in operating standard tools, equipment, and testing devices of the trade.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints.
• Ability to locate and correct defects in electrical systems, devices, machines, and equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical with or without accommodations, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making.
• Working conditions are inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, and high noise areas.

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:

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 so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School (No GED)
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05


How many years of experience do you have in dedicated electrical maintenance or construction?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

06


Qualifications for this position REQUIRE you currently be a Licensed Journeyman Electrician. Do you have a valid Journeyman Electrician License issued by the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

07


Which one of the following Driver's License do you have?

• Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "B" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "C" Driver's License
• None of the above.

08


How many years of experience do you have in Hi-ranger operations?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

09


How would you best describe your proficiency with reading and writing in English?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Fluent
• None of the above

10


Select all that you have at least one (1) year of experience with:

• Basic Computer Skills
• CRM/ SAP
• Work Order Systems
• None of the above

11


Select any of the following items you have experience with:

• City Electrical Codes
• National Electrical Codes
• Electrical Trade Procedures
• Installation Techniques
• Electrical Equipment Repair Techniques
• Working with High Voltage
• Voltmeters
• Ammeters
• Insulation Testing Meters
• Circuit Testers
• Reading Blueprints
• Record-Keeping
• Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Systems
• Staff Supervision
• None of the above

12


Describe your experience as a Journeyman Electrician. Where did you gain this experience and what were your responsibilities? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".
13


I understand that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree
• I disagree

Required Question