Electrician- Journeyman

Electrician- Journeyman

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Electrician- Journeyman

Salary

$29.54 - $32.00 Hourly

Location

900 Bagby-City Hall Annex

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

38748

Department

General Services

Opening Date

05/29/2026

Closing Date

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Property Management

Reporting Location: Various*

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm On Call nights and weekends

• Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The General Services Department (GSD) is seeking an Electrician who researches and analyzes causes of electrical failures; repairs, replaces and installs new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize function ability. The position will also be responsible for the following:

• Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean operating conditions.

• Will drive to troubleshoot, maintain, manage and upgrade existing electromechanical and electronic installations and systems.

• Responds to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns.

• Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments.

• Research technical product specifications.

• Compares and evaluates vendors' product pricing to determine most competitive bid.

• Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.

• Assists in the inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels.

• Assists other trades as needed.

• Must be willing to work overtime and be "on call" nights and weekends.

• Will perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. Working at heights in excess of 60' on a bucket truck or aerial platform. There are occasional exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances, and/or contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term disabling nature, such as broken bones or temporary loss of sight or hearing. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school degree or a GED certificate. Requires a 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 Texas driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants' journeyman level experience in electrical construction and renovation. Preference will be given to applicants with 1-3 years of experience as an electrical commercial service truck driver.

May be required to pass a Houston Police Department Criminal Background check.

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

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer a skills assessment.

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.

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 active posting period.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

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.

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

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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

What is the highest level of education you have successfully completed?

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree or higher

• None

03

If you selected a degree above, please provide your degree concentration or area of study. If you do not have a degree, please enter “N/A.”

04

Do you currently possess a valid Texas Journeyman Electrician License? (Your license will be verified.)

• Yes

• No

05

Have you successfully completed an apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or an equivalent program recognized by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board?

• Yes

• No

06

What is the highest-level State of Texas Electrician License you currently hold?

• Journeyman Electrician

• Master Electrician

• None of the above

07

How many years of verifiable experience do you have working as an electrician since obtaining your Journeyman Electrician license?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 to less than 3 years

• 3 to less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

• No Experience

08

How many years of experience do you have as a commercial electrical service truck driver?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 to less than 3 years

• 3 to less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

• No Experience

09

Do you possess a valid driver’s license that complies with the City of Houston Motor Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy (AP 2-2)?

• Yes

• No

10

Are you currently employed by the City of Houston?

• Yes

• No

Required Question