An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
Electrician (Water Utilities) Print Apply Electrician (Water Utilities) Salary Depends on Qualifications Location 801 Main Street, Beaumont, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 6181 Department Water Utilities Department Opening Date 07/15/2026
Description Benefits Questions Duties and Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:
Responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of a wide variety of electrical equipment and lighting and power systems at City buildings, lift stations, water plants, wastewater plant, including interior and exterior lighting equipment and service, alarm systems, AC-DC motors, manual and magnetic controllers, AC-DC generators, and various other electrical devices; troubleshoots and repairs defects in electrical systems that range from low voltage DC to 4160 AC; identifies work to be performed, makes material lists, and assigns labor units to determine the estimated price for electrical installations, remodeling and construction; calculates AMP loads for electrical equipment installation; draws schematic diagrams, connects and tests manual and magnetic controllers, three-phase motors, series shunt motors, compound DC motors, synchronous and multi-speed starters; uses blueprints, specifications, and schematics to install wiring, conduit, switches, panels, and lighting; bends pipes; lay outs and installs temporary pole service and permanent underground service; operates pickup truck, aerial bucket truck, and ditch witch; keeps track of hours expended on daily time sheets and on work orders.
Other Job Functions:
Performs other related duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Working Conditions This position requires 100% on-site work. Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather; exposed to electrical equipment; possibility of electrical shock and hazardous conditions; subject to untreated sludge, noise, chemicals and gases. Working under and above ground several feet. Must be available to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m., occasionally shift work, overtime when necessary and subject to 24 hour call.
Minimum Essential Qualifications Knowledge:
Extensive knowledge of tools and materials used in the trade; knowledge of electrical principles and applications of AC-DC circuitry and three-phase power distribution; knowledge of motors, generators, controls, and transformers; knowledge of electrical codes and ordinances; knowledge of sewage related equipment, preferably Allen-Bradley equipment; knowledge of PC operations including DOS, windows and spreadsheets preferred; knowledge of related mathematics and electrical blueprint reading; hazards and dangers inherent in working with live electricity and of the various safety practices and procedures commonly used to prevent accidents. Skills in locating and repairing defects in electrical equipment, lighting and power systems; ability to calculate ratings for electrical service, feeders and branch circuits; ability to draw schematic diagrams and to connect and test control devices; ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics; ability to carry out oral and written instructions; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to speak, read and write the English language; ability to keep accurate records of time and material usage; ability to estimate materials and labor for electrical installation, remodeling and construction; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, employees and the public.
Physical Requirements:
Essential:
Constantly hears and sees (must be able to distinguish colors), drives, climbs, kneels, squats, stands, stoops, twist body, walks, and lifts items weighing up to 75 lbs.; frequently uses a calculator, crawls, carries objects weighing up to 50 lbs., pulls and pushes objects weighing up to 100 lbs., and hold objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; infrequently writes by hand, and drags objects weighing up to 100 lbs., cleans, sits, and sorts.
