Energy Services Electrician II (On-Site)

Job No: 499828 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: Bay City, TX City: Lane City State: Texas Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site

The LCRA Irrigation team is hiring an Electrician II! In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work hand in hand with industry and agricultural partners across Matagorda and Wharton counties. The role centers on maintaining critical infrastructure and managing low, medium, and high voltage equipment. Responsibilities include the upkeep, inspection, repair, testing, and installation of various electrical components like motors, breakers, and transformers. This position may have assigned responsibilities during natural disasters such as hurricanes or floods. Do you want to work for a reputable company that provides for the local community and offers amazing benefits and training? Join the LCRA team and be part of our mission to enhance the lives of Texans. We want you to apply!

You will be trusted to:

- Travel independently or with a small crew to various locations (substations, power plants, water systems, parks, recreation areas, conservation areas, etc.) as scheduled.

- Review both short-term and long-term workloads schedules to ensure adequate workflow. Provide input into budgeting process, pay actions, and other employment decisions, equipment replacement and/or repair, and decisions pertaining to effectiveness of work group efforts.

- Often operate heavy equipment including Tractor/Mowers, Track-Hoe, Backhoe, Dump Trucks, Dozers, etc. Use effective problem-solving skills to identify maintenance requirements on an annual basis

- Install, maintain, remove, inspect, test, and repair electric motors, generators, electrical circuit breakers, condensers, transformers, switches, communication systems, and electrical and electronic control equipment and wiring.

- Perform maintenance, repair and operational / diagnostic tests as required on all power apparatus in substations, power plants, or other installations. Record test results. Develop and prepare summary of test results in reports.

- Perform routine preventative maintenance and general upkeep of electrical and electronic equipment and test gear.

- May perform low-voltage and high-voltage switching according to standard procedures and in coordination with System Operations.

You qualify with:

- Two or more years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, and/or other types of electrical equipment, including experience reading blueprints or relevant experience. A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

- Driver’s license required for incumbents assigned to the dam & hydro function.

- Class A Texas commercial driver’s license or equivalent from another state required for incumbents with heavy equipment operation and transportation responsibilities.

You are a great fit with:

- Knowledge of electrical systems, components, and wiring methods, with the ability to interpret technical specifications and blueprints.

- Knowledge of UPS and backup generators.

- Ability to develop scopes of work and project estimates.

- Ability to operate lifts, excavator, forklift, etc.

- Troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve electrical issues efficiently and effectively.

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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