Jail Electrician - Facilities Management & Planning - Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:

Conduct preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning and general servicing of electrical systems. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

• Installs, repairs and maintains motors, transformers, generators, lights, appliances, circuits, wiring and other electrical system equipment and components with electrical codes, standards and regulations for low and high voltage service and equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions. Repair inoperable electrical equipment and circuits.
• Develop and follow preventative maintenance schedule for all electrical machinery equipment and wiring.
• Other duties as assigned as related to start-up, repair and replacement of various electrical systems throughout the County.
• Studies and prepares plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate County managers.

• High School Diploma/GED. Technical School Training preferred. Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Master Electrician Licensed in the State of Texas preferred; Journeyman Electrician or an Electrical Apprentice will be considered.
  
• 3-5 years of experience. 
• Ability to make good, sound decisions.
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of various building components.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, meters, and test lamps.
• Ability to read, draw, and interpret electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and HVAC schematics, one line diagrams and control sequence of operations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.

SALARY RANGE:  $24.72 - $30.91 hourly, based upon qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

 All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply