Dallas Water Utilities
Utilities
MasterElectrician
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“Master Electrician at Dallas Water Utilities. Skills: Electrical expertise, Supervision, Electrical codes. Manage electrical supply and delivery. Install and repair electrical equipment”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
Subject to inclement weather conditions, May be subject to evening and weekend shifts, Subject to varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, Subject to twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call out
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Six (6) years of experience in electrical work, Two (2) years as a lead worker or in a supervisory capacity, Valid Texas Class C driver’s license, Valid State of Texas or a reciprocal state Master Electrician License, Ability to install, repair, and maintain large high voltage equipment, motors, and switch gear, Knowledge of electrical codes and regulations, Ability to supervise, lead, and provide technical expertise to other electricians, Skill in making accurate estimates of time, materials, and labor, Ability to read various complex schematic diagrams and blueprints, Skill in use and instruction of various types of hand tools, power tools, precision testing and/or troubleshooting equipment, Ability to understand technical terminology, Skill in customer service and conflict resolution, Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, Skill in establishing and maintaining and effective relationships, Must be able to assist with the installation of electrical work under no supervision
Nice to Have
Vocational Diploma or an associate degree in electrical conduits and/or electrical engineering, or a two (2)-year technical degree
What You'll Do.
Manage electrical supply and delivery
Install and repair electrical equipment
Provide electrical expertise
Manage maintenance and delivery of electricity
Install and repair electrical equipment for buildings
Install and repair industrial equipment
Follow National Electrical Code
Supervise junior electricians
Manage installation of electrical plans
Calculate electrical loads
Connect electrical circuits
Install electrical service
Plan and schedule crews
Assign duties to crews
Monitor work performed by teams
Ensure compliance with Electrical Code
Ensure compliance with City Ordinances
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations
Address safety problems
Design preventive maintenance program
Employ energy conservation measures
Attend construction meetings
Estimate materials and power
Plan electrical upgrades
Assign appropriate crew and equipment
Monitor equipment inventory
Collaborate with contractors
Collaborate with vendors
Locate underground lines
Perform line location
Perform relay testing
Perform motor surge testing
Provide electrical knowledge for cases
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with contractors; Collaborate with vendors; Work with product team
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively verbally; Communicate effectively in writing
Process & Methodology
Plan electrical projects, Estimate project needs, Assign project resources
Full Job Description
**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.** Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture, we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community. **_Job Summary_** Manages and maintains the supply and delivery of electricity and the installation and repair of all types of electrical equipment for the City of Dallas facilities and commercial building, venues, and other properties in a safe and efficient manner for all users. **_Job Description_** **Overview** The Master Electrician provides electrical expertise in the management, maintenance, and delivery of electricity and the installation and repair of all types of electrical equipment for the City of Dallas buildings properties and industrial equipment, including high voltage meters, utilities, traffic signals, airport equipment, and other relevant industrial facilities, in accordance with federal, state, and city codes updated by the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC) adopted by TDLR. May supervise and is immediately responsible for the work of more junior electricians and other assigned personnel. **Essential Functions** 1\. Provides highest level electrical expertise and manages the installation and maintenance of all electrical services; plans, calculates, and follows electrical loads from blueprints, drawings or wiring diagrams to connect with electrical circuits and safely install electrical service. 2\. Plans, schedules, manages, and assigns duties to crews based on priorities to meet the workload and ensure the work is completed efficiently; monitors scheduling to ensure all work orders and maintenance or repair requests are addressed; participates in personnel management, mediates conflicts, oversees timekeeping, and assesses performance. 3\. Monitors and inspects the work performed by teams of
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