Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

• Installs, repairs and maintains motors, transformers, generators, lights, appliances, circuits, wiring and other electrical system equipment and components with electrical codes, standards and regulations for low and high voltage service and equipment
• Studies and prepares plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations
• Responsible for procurement of materials and tools required for project completion
• Meets and discusses with City Inspectors to review code requirements
• Designates field assignments and mentors Electrician Apprentice position
• Ensures job is completed within code requirements in a precise and timely manner
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED. Technical School Training preferred. Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards and regulations.
• 3 years of job related experience.
• Ability to make good sound decisions.
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of various building components. 
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, meters and test lamps. 
• Ability to read, draw and interpret electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and HVAC schematics, one line diagrams and control sequence of operations. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials. 
• Texas Driver License.
• Texas Electrician Apprentice License.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $18.31 - $22.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
 
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.