Operates and maintains the City’s water and wastewater utility systems, including plant equipment, lift stations, and electrical components. This role requires technical expertise in safety procedures and system service to ensure efficient operations. Candidates must participate in an "on-call" rotation, respond to after-hours emergencies, and comply with DOT random drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Essential Duties & Required Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work schedule is Monday – Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:00 pm and Friday, 6:30 am to 10:30 am. Work schedule is subject to change.
Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, tests and maintains emergency generators, power distribution systems and various electrical systems, components and equipment to ensure proper operation.
Identifies defective equipment and repairs or replaces equipment.
Inspect repairs and maintains electronic devices.
Responds to emergency service calls for electrical services or repairs.
Assists other trades workers in troubleshooting facility problems.
Determines the need for electrical system parts and supplies; orders and maintains adequate stock levels.
Performs work in accordance with local and national electrical codes and regulations.
Cleans, maintains tools and equipment. Loads and unloads trucks.
Reviews blueprints and specifications; ensures drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use.
Determines the cost and type of materials needed for electrical projects.
The ability to perform on-call duties by responding to water or wastewater facilities/equipment failures 24/7; repair issues at night or during storm events where electrical and mechanical failure can occur.

Required Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED.
Minimum 4 years of related work experience or on the job training as an Apprentice Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, or Electrician.

Required Certificates and Licenses:

Valid Texas Driver’s License or equivalent from any US state (Approximately 75% of time driving a company vehicle).
Journeyman Electrician License through TDLR or equivalent.
Must have a basic first aid certificate or must obtain one within 6 months of the hire date and must maintain appropriate licenses and certificates.

Preferred Qualifications:

TCEQ Class “I” Collection License and/or a TCEQ “D” Water License
Five or more years of related work experience or on the job training as an Apprentice Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, or Electrician.
Associates degree or higher in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate with other employees and the general public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work, on call, or emergency response situations (i.e., early-mornings, afternoons, evenings, and late-nights shifts, weekends).
Must be able to wear city provided uniform and city issued personal protective equipment, steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
Workers must be in compliance with safety procedures and usage of safety equipment.
Workers must be able to follow safety procedures and usage of safety equipment to ensure personal, public, and personnel safety.
Skill in operating assigned equipment tools and vehicles safely.
Possess basic knowledge in the operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, heavy (vehicular) construction equipment, pumps and equipment used in and around water and wastewater systems. Possess familiarity with hand and power tools and equipment commonly used in the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, structures and buildings.

Physical Demands & Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle and feel items, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.

The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee’s Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at hr@leandertx.gov or 512-528-2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or 1-800-735- 2989 (TTY/TDD).

For detailed information regarding our benefits package including our Benefits Guide, please visit this link: City of Leander 2026 Benefit Booklet

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