Facilities Electrician

Position Summary

Performs skilled electrical repairs and troubleshooting / maintenance of electrical equipment and facilities at all Port Houston locations.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Diagnose problems or recurring malfunctions; choose the course of action and repair or troubleshoot techniques to diagnose problems.
• Provide inventory control for stock level of repair parts.
• Maintain routine records related to work performed and material.
• Diagnose electrical or mechanical problems by using appropriate equipment and tools such as voltmeters and other tools common to the trade.
• Ensure safety and environmental procedures are exercised during the performance of daily activities.
• Install electrical controls and circuits for a variety of electrical equipment such as lighting systems, motors, and control cabinets.
• Make modifications to existing or add‑on facilities by installing computer cables and terminals, lighting, lighting controls, convenience outlets, and other electrical equipment.
• Maintain area lighting for parking lots, wharves, transit sheds; perform routine maintenance on electrical substations; maintain cables, antennas, clearance lights and cathodic protection system.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and repair or replace worn, defective, or damaged equipment, using appropriate equipment and tools such as multimeters, conduit benders and other tools common to the trade; interpret blueprints, sketches and drawings in installing and troubleshooting electrical equipment.
• Estimate and obtain supplies needed for electrical work assignments.
• Work scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours.
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor.
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you).
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 4+ years electrician experience required.
• Electrician Journeyman License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes such as the National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of basic electronic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Knowledge of control circuits, DC and AC motor maintenance, and power distribution.
• Knowledge of electrical controls and circuits installed on Port Houston equipment.
• Ample knowledge of electricity, electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety precautions necessary to deal with occupational hazards.
• General working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain State of Texas Electrician’s license.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controller and variable frequency drive.
• Knowledge of medium and high voltage switch gear is desired.
• Judgment and quick‑thinking skills.
• Ability to work with written or oral directions.
• Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights.
• Ability to operate forklift, if needed.
• A current, valid Texas driver’s license is required.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment and maintained for the duration of employment.

Key Competencies

• Achieving Results
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to an open office environment the noise level may occasionally be high.