Job Title: Electrical Worker Company: Trinity Electric Location: Garden City, KS Job Type: Full-time | Hourly Schedule: Day shift | Weekend rotation | Overtime as needed Jumpstart Your Career in the Electrical Trade! Are you ready to build something that lasts—not just a project, but a career? Trinity Electric is looking for driven, hands-on learners who want more than just a paycheck. We’re hiring full-time Electrical Workers in Garden City, KS, and we’re serious about helping you grow in the trade. Why Trinity Electric? We’re not your average electrical contractor. At Trinity Electric, your job comes with a roadmap to a rewarding career—complete with mentorship, real-world learning, and opportunities to earn your license and advance to journeyman and beyond. Whether you're just starting out or have some experience under your belt, we’ll invest in you through training, support, and a strong culture that values your success. What You’ll Do • Work alongside experienced electricians to install, maintain, and repair wiring and systems • Troubleshoot electrical issues and build control panels from drawings • Use industry tools (drills, tuggers, saws, etc.) to complete a wide variety of tasks • Read blueprints, measure, cut, and bend conduit and wire • Contribute to new construction and maintenance projects • Learn every day and develop skills that lead to certifications and long-term roles • Follow safety protocols and communicate well with team leads and foremen What We’re Looking For • A strong work ethic and willingness to learn • Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and perform physically demanding tasks • Interest in becoming a licensed electrician in Kansas • A team player who values safety, integrity, and professionalism • No license or experience required—just drive and dependability Career Advancement Starts Here This isn’t just a job—it’s a stepping stone. We’ll help you: • Earn your electrical license • Gain hands-on field experience • Advance to journeyman, foreman, and beyond • Build a future with a company that’s growing and promoting from within Our Values • Integrity – We do the right thing, always • Persistence – We adapt and improve constantly • Professionalism – We look and act the part • Dedication – We show up and give 100% • Safety – We take care of each other Apply Today Join a team where your growth is the goal. Apply now at: www.trinityelectric.com Equal Opportunity Employer Trinity Electric welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, disability, or any other protected class. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • What are your compensation requirements for this position? • Are you at least 18 years of age? License/Certification: • Electrical License (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Garden City, KS 67846 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Salary: $113,214.40 - $143,603.20 Annually Location : Garden City, KS Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 00528 Department: Public Utilities Division: Electric Opening Date: 04/02/2025 Closing Date: 5/2/2025 11:59 PM Central Description The City of Garden City is accepting applications for Director of Electrical Operations. This position entails highly responsible professional, technical, and administrative work directing the overall operation of the Municipal Electric Distribution System. The Director supervises staff, manages bulk power supply contracts, and oversees employees and/or contractor(s) providing services associated with the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric utility. The Director develops/establishes long-range plans, develops policy and procedures, manages electric utility programs, and prepares and implements the department budget. The Director is responsible for monitoring the utility's financial performance to ensure that rates and charges are adequate to recover the utility costs while maintaining competitive rates. The Director evaluates documents and reports on utility matters to City management and the City Commission. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Public Works and Utilities. See the following profile for more information: Examples of Duties • Plans, directs, coordinates, and administers activities and personnel of the City's electric utility in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards. Ensures subordinates have the necessary training and equipment to safely perform assigned duties. • Manages the planning and development of long/short-range financing and capital improvement programs; oversees and leads in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for electric utility activities and programs. • Prepares and implements department budget and long-range capital plans; ensures operations are maintained within the approved budget. • Review and approve contracts, progress payments, purchase orders, and accounts payable invoices. • Manages the development of goals and objectives, policies, and procedures for electric utility activities and programs; manages the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategies to maintain and enforce production, safety, and work standards and to improve system reliability. • Represents City at boards/committees and meetings concerning electric utility issues; makes presentations to elected/appointed officials, department heads, staff/public/private agencies/groups regarding electric utility issues, programs, and projects. • Prepares rates studies and implements rates and charges, including fuel adjustments, that are sufficient to fully fund the utility's operation and maintenance expenses including bulk power supply, pay debt service, and fund the utility's capital programs while maintaining satisfactory debt service coverage. Responsible for maintaining rates that are competitive, and distributed costs among the City's electric customers. • Review developer's agreements, permits, and engineering plans. • Review and approve drawings and specifications for all system additions. • Serves as the primary liaison with other Kansas Utilities for mutual aid, bulk power supply and trade association and regulatory activities. • Ensures appropriate representation for the electric utility department in the Emergency Operations Center during planning and recovery activities associated with natural disasters and other emergencies. • Responsible for the reviews and controls of departmental inventory, warehousing, and purchasing. • Keeps Director of Public Works and Utilities appraised of project status and development. Typical Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to visualize, develop, plan, organize, and direct improvements, extensions, operations, and maintenance of the utility system. Ability to develop long-term plans and strategies and evaluate work accomplishments. Prepare highly technical reports and train, develop, organize, and supervise service personnel. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, work effectively with elected officials, department heads, representatives of other agencies, other utilities, other city employees, and the public. Knowledge and experience in business and strategic management, finance, accounting, and engineering principles and practices governing the operation of an electric utility system. Knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations, and statutes that govern an electric utility system and of governmental organization and budgeting. Knowledge of occupational hazards and accident prevention methods in assigned areas of responsibility. Ability to utilize common MS Office products like Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to communicate with City employees and the public with courtesy and diplomacy. Education, Certification, and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred. Practical and supervisory experience in operating and maintaining mechanical and electrical distribution systems is also preferred. A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications. A valid driver's license is required, with the ability to obtain a Kansas driver's license within 90 days. The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include: • Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas • The Standard Life Insurance • Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) • Wellness Program • Paid Leave • Employee Recognition Plan • Years of Service Bonuses • Performance Evaluations • Employee Assistance Program
See More Details >>PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide detailed written reports to the Automation & Electrical Foreman regarding electrical service issues and field activities. • Communicate regularly with the Electrical team, Production Foremen, and Superintendents about electrical outages and system performance. • Assist in tracking and managing the inventory of electrical supplies and equipment. • Coordinate with electric utility providers and third-party contractors to install or upgrade electrical services. • Identify opportunities for electrical system optimization and report findings to supervisory staff. • Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of oilfield electrical equipment. • Respond promptly to service calls and perform repairs on downed electrical equipment. • Train field staff, including pumpers and technicians, on electrical safety practices and basic maintenance procedures. • Manage and maintain oilfield electrical systems, including motor sheave adjustments and equipment replacements. • Repair power lines and replace electrical components such as fuses and transformers. • Possess working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), auto transformers, and Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESPs), including installation and troubleshooting. • Conduct regular safety audits of electrical equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with safety standards. • Strictly adhere to company safety policies, procedures, and guidelines at all times. • Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and incident investigations as required. • Promote a culture of safety by identifying and addressing potential hazards proactively. • Support additional tasks as assigned by the Electrical Foreman. EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS: • High school diploma or GED required. • Minimum of 5 years of oilfield experience, with at least 2 years specifically in electrical work (e.g., electrician, lineman, or assistant roles). • Strong understanding of oilfield electrical systems and power line distribution. • Basic computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to work collaboratively across teams. • Self-starter with strong work ethic; able to work independently with minimal supervision. • Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented approach to fieldwork. • Possession of an electrical license is preferred but not required. COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with experience. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is normally performed outdoors, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes, and gases is common. Noise level is moderate to loud and includes sounds of construction, equipment operations, and trucks and like equipment. Job hazards include working in normal light and heavy construction activities, and working around pressured propane, water, electricity, and waste lines, and under all weather conditions. May work in areas where H2S is present. Overtime is sometimes required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate a computer keyboard at a moderate skill level. Work may require frequent pushing, pulling, or carrying 50 to 75-pound objects such as tools, equipment work operations. Work involves standing and walking most of the time, but will also involve sitting and driving for extended periods, sometimes over rough terrain.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Garden City, KS, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Garden City earn an average of $29.97 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
