Journey Level Electrician - Production Operations (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

Grade 18 – Starting Hourly Rate: $32.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Hiring/Retention Incentive External candidates hired by SAWS will receive a $1,000 Hiring Incentive, split into two payments of $500 on the second and fourth paychecks after hiring. Upon successful completion of a six‑month introductory period, the new hire will also be eligible for an additional $1,000 Retention Incentive, paid during the seventh month of employment with SAWS. Job Summary The Journey Level Electrician is responsible for diagnosing, installing, maintaining, and testing high and low voltage equipment, wiring power distribution systems or transmission wiring up to 13.4 kV, and installing, testing, and programming equipment associated with the Building Monitoring and Control System (BMCS). Essential Functions Diagnoses, installs, tests, repairs, and maintains electrical equipment associated with pumps, emergency power generators, high voltage switching, distribution equipment, air compressors, variable frequency drives, circuits, motors, fans, air conditioners, refrigerant systems, boilers, and motor controls up to 4,160 volts and programs programmable logic controllers. Repairs and adjusts equipment, machines, and defective components, replacing worn parts such as gaskets and seals in watertight electrical equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and estimates electrical projects, including materials and costs, and recommends repair or replacement of equipment such as light fixtures, transformers, relays, ballast, and fluorescent fixtures. Applies principles and practices of National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), electrical tables, and codes to work methods, tools, and operation of high voltage and emergency equipment. Reads and interprets electrical schematic diagrams and documents and modifies them for upgrading electrical equipment and facilities. Maintains inventory of necessary tools, equipment, and spare parts. Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, plans, and manufacturers’ specifications. Operates man lifts, bucket trucks, and associated electrical maintenance equipment. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations. Performs other duties as assigned. Administrative Services Installs and tests new BMCS installations at SAWS facilities. Utilizes Building Management Systems (BMS), Metasys BMS, MicroMain, word processing, spreadsheets, and database software. Investigates problems with instruments and sensors including flow meters, variable speed drives, temperature sensors, pressure and level transmitters, air quality sensors, and communication devices associated with BMCS. Performs programming and configuration changes for alarm settings, sensor limits, time schedules, temperature set points, and control strategies related to BMCS. Decision Making Receives general supervision. May be required to act as a Point of Contact (POC) for the electrical group assigned. Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED. Four years of electrical experience. State of Texas Journeyman Electrician’s License. Valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License. Training on Confined Space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required. Normal visual color discrimination. Performance of position‑specific physical testing. Ability to report to work on time, maintain good attendance, and work all designated schedules. Preferred Qualifications Five years of commercial/industrial electrical experience. Ability to operate truck‑mounted 3‑ton crane, forklift, scissor jack, trencher, bucket truck, and mini backhoe. Completed certification or enrollment in a recognized electrical trade or apprenticeship program (e.g., St. Philips Electrical Trades, NJATC, IEC). Job Dimensions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors, and governmental agencies. Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database software. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical requirements include lifting and dragging 50 pounds occasionally and standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods. May require climbing up to 200 feet, visual acuity, and operating a company vehicle. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather, wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined‑space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes, and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with personal protective equipment regulations, including respiratory protection. Work hours may include short‑notice overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, on‑call periods, and rotating shifts. #J-18808-Ljbffr