Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence.

Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact.

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Position Summary:

Performs skilled electrical repairs and troubleshooting / maintenance of electrical equipment and facilities at all Port Houston locations.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

Diagnose problems or recurring malfunctions; choose the course of action and repair or troubleshoot techniques to diagnose problems
Provide inventory control for stock level of repair parts
Maintain routine records related to work performed and material
Diagnose electrical or mechanical problems by the use of appropriate equipment and tools such as voltmeters and other tools common to the trade
Ensure safety and environmental procedures are exercised during the performance of daily activities
Install electrical controls and circuits for a variety of electrical equipment such as lighting systems, motors, and control cabinets
Make modifications to existing or add-on facilities by installing computer cables and terminals, lighting, and lighting controls, convenience outlets and other electrical equipment
Maintain area lighting for parking lots, wharves, transit sheds; perform routine maintenance on electrical substations; maintain cables, antennas, clearance lights and cathodic protection system
Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and repairs or replaces worn, defective or damaged equipment, using appropriate equipment and tools such as multi meters, conduit benders and other tools common to the trade; interpret blueprints, sketches and drawings in installing and troubleshooting electrical equipment
Estimate and obtain supplies needed for electrical work assignments
Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
4+ years electrician experience required
Electrician Journeyman License preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Knowledge of relevant electrical codes such as the National Electrical code
Knowledge of basic electronic troubleshooting and repairs
Knowledge of control circuits, DC and AC motor maintenance, and power distribution
Knowledge of electrical controls and circuits installed on Port Houston equipment
Ample knowledge of electricity, electrical systems and equipment
Knowledge of safety precautions necessary to deal with occupational hazards
General working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel)
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to obtain State of Texas Electrician’s license
Knowledge of programmable logic controller and variable frequency drive
Knowledge of medium and high voltage switch gear is desired
Judgment and quick thinking skills
Ability to work with written or oral directions
Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
Ability to operate forklift, if needed
A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Key Competencies Required:

Achieving Results
Attention to Detail
Effective Communication
Planning and Organizing
Safety

This work site location of this job is:

Barbours Cut Maintenance

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We appreciate your interest in Port Houston. Port Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Port Houston also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Application must be completed in full.

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