Under general direction, is responsible for performing skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, motors, and related equipment and in City-owned buildings. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff. Work Location Various locations based on departmental needs. Work Hours 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday • Installs, maintains, alters, and repairs electrical fixtures and equipment such as wiring, lighting power appliances, machinery, overhead circuits, underground conduits, and pole lines. • Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical motors and generators used in various pumping operations, may require frequent lifting/carrying of up to 30 pounds. • Installs electrical hook-ups for special events. • Performs visual inspections and preventative maintenance on building equipment. • Repairs and maintains clocks, motors, and similar appliances in municipal buildings, climbing, balancing, walking, reaching, sitting, standing, bending, and stooping as needed. • Performs re-lamping of picnic areas, recreational areas, parking lots, and airport runways and taxiways. • Installs electrical outlets, fuse boxes, circuit breakers, electrical panels, computer plugs, lighting systems, and other electrical components and equipment operating tools and equipment of the electrical trade. • Installs security and landscape lighting. • Maintains an inventory of parts and equipment. • Maintains emergency lighting systems. • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required. • High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency) • Four (4) years of experience in dedicated electrical maintenance or construction. • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. • Licensed as a Journeyman Electrician by the State of Texas. • Must successfully pass all background investigations. • Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Preferred Qualification • Valid Class "B" CDL Driver's License. • Five (5) years of commercial/industrial electrical installations to include motor control systems, fire alarm systems, and generator/UPS maintenance and repair services. Applicant Information • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university. • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted. • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application. • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance. • Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trades. • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade, including working with high voltage. • Knowledge of city, state, and national electrical codes. • Knowledge of electrical installation, repair, and maintenance techniques, practices, and procedures. • Skill in operating standard tools, equipment, and testing devices of the trade. • Ability to read, write, and understand instructions. • Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints. • Ability to locate and correct defects in electrical systems, devices, machines, and equipment. • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public. • Ability to perform all the physical with or without accommodations, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making. • Working conditions are inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, and high noise areas.
See More Details >>As an Interior Electrician, you'll install, maintain, and safely distribute electricity, the driving force behind today’s Army. You’ll work on interior electrical systems, including transformers, circuit breakers, electrical boxes, and lightning rods. You'll test equipment and fix any short circuits in wires and faulty equipment, and you'll learn to read blueprints and wire plans to determine layouts and repair. At A Glance • check-mark-circle-v1 Enlisted Soldier • close-circle-v1 Officer • check-mark-circle-v1 Active Duty • check-mark-circle-v1 Army Reserve • check-mark-circle-v1 Army National Guard • check-mark-circle-v1 Entry Level Requirements • check-mark-circle-v1 A U.S. Citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card • check-mark-circle-v1 17 to 34 Years Old • check-mark-circle-v1 High School Diploma or GED • check-mark-circle-v1 Meet Tattoo Guidelines • check-mark-circle-v1 No Major Law Violations • check-mark-circle-v1 No Medical Concerns Testing & Certifications • 43Nationally Recognized Certifications Available • 10weeks of Basic Training • 7weeks of Advanced Individual Training • 93ASVAB Score: Electronics (EL) Skills You'll Learn • electric-v2 Electrical Systems • maintenance-v2 Maintenance & Repairs • circuit-v2 Circuits & Wiring More To Consider The Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process so you can start your Army career sooner. Prior skills or experience relating to this career may put you in position to join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. Work with a recruiter to get started.
See More Details >>Chipton-Ross is seeking 10 Electrical Mechanics (Level 3) for a contract opportunity in San Antonio, TX. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): • 10+ years of experience with electrical/electronic theories and avionics systems, shop mathematics and practices • 10+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures. • 10+ years of experience with component and wire installation to include repairing, modifying, testing and troubleshooting new, experimental, and disturbed systems • Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and overtime • Regular and predictable attendance is a requirement of this request. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Client is seeking Experienced Electrical Mechanics to join our Executive Fleet team. Duties may include (but are not limited to): • Perform connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring • Ability and understanding of routing instructions and handling of harnesses. • Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes • Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modifications and repairs • Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of electrical wiring • Perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft • Troubleshoot organizational and depot maintenance level malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comms/nav-systems • Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc... • Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures. • Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation, and movement of material and tools • Operate riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments • Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work. • Perform all duties of lower Electrical classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): • Experience with Avionics • Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance. • Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment • FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds. • Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms • Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required. • Pass visual acuity and color perception tests • Read, write, and comprehend the English language • Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material • Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities • Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation • On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs • Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs) • Frequent walking on flat surfaces • Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces • Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces • Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands • Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time • Occasional contact with metals • Frequent exposure to noise REQUIRED EDUCATION Minimum level of education required is a High School Diploma/GED. TRAVEL Potential for up to 25% travel . WORK HOURS FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT; work variable shifts based on business need (1st, 2nd & 3rd). PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity. ADDITIONAL Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. This position will require the ability to obtain customer approval for access. Dual citizenship or prior citizenship of any other country may preclude ability to obtain access. A 3rd party background check relating to personal and business finances, residences, employment history, past drug use, prior military service, and criminal behavior will be conducted prior to a start date. Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. Contact Juan Saldarriaga jsaldarriaga@chiptonross.com CHIPTON-ROSS, INC. 420 Culver Boulevard Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 Phone: (310) 414-7800 x258 or (800) 927-9318 x258
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in San Antonio, TX, 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 and require many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with 40,670 in Texas, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in San Antonio earn an average of $1,557.84 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,077. 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.
