Electrician II

JOB About the Office of Commissioner Rodney EllisThere are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county’s government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One’s multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races. Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct’s territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks, 10 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.The Mission of the Office of Commissioner Rodney EllisCommissioner Rodney Ellis’ Office, is committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service that utilizes inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. Key Ares of focus for our organization include, but are not limited to: Advancing more effective, fair and equitable criminal justice system.Furthering economic justice, equity, and opportunity for all Harris County residents, especially those often and historically left behind by government programs.Ensuring equitable outcomes in health and access to quality, affordable healthcareFighting for environmental and climate justice that keeps all communities safe and healthy.Equitably investing in developing and maintaining resilient infrastructure and transportation for the 21st centuryBuilding and defending voting rights and a democracy that ensures equitable representation.Progressing equity and social and racial justice as common threads through all areas of public policy and public service.What you will do at Precinct OneInstall and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment at various Precinct One facilities. Participate in life safety compliance activities and assist in repairing and maintaining life safety systems.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsure safe and proper installation of lighting and other electrically operated devicesUse hand tools and power tools to set up wiring and systems. Utilize ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters for testing purposes. Install and connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, outlets and fixtures.Inspect and test components of electrical systems, including transformers, transfer switches and switch gears. Maintain generators.Run computer cables, connect computer jacks and plugs and test for adequate operationOperate trade equipmentOther duties as assignedHarris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or [email protected]. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Education:High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalentExperience: Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program AND Four (4) years of related experienceORActive Journeyman Electrician's licenseLicensure: Valid Texas State Driver's LicenseKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrable knowledge and skills for electrical installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipmentSkilled at the maintenance and repair of current electrical systems and equipmentAbility to operate aerial equipment.NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Position Type:Full-time | RegularThis position will be required to work several evenings and a few weekend days per month, depending on event scheduling (with time worked outside of regular office hours offset with the flexible work arrangement policy). Work Environment and Physical Demands: This job operates in both an indoor and outdoor environmentExposure to various weather conditions, temperature variationsThis role requires the ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.What you get in returnYou will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best to work each day. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole. Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees. How to applyIf this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytxEmployment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.