ELECTRICIAN - George Bush Airport

Salary: $35.94 - $41.09 Hourly
Location : 4500 Will Clayton Pkwy.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39788
Department: Houston Airport System
Division: HAS - IAH MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications will be Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/ Section: AOM Electrical
Workdays & Hours: *Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays) subject to change*

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONThe purpose of the Electrician is to troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing electromechanical systems to ensure an economical and safe distribution of electricity. This position performs journeyman level electrical work by maintaining the terminal and various support buildings electrical distribution equipment, lighting systems, and various electrical devices on a daily basis in accordance with NEC, NFPA, and FAA Advisory Circulars. This role acts as a first responder to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns. Responds to trouble calls involving troubleshooting of circuits, tripped breakers, overloaded circuits and repairs or replacement of system components. Manages Airside and landside lighting for terminals, surrounding buildings, street pole lights and airfield lighting systems. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.
"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."

The Electrician responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• -Troubleshoots, maintains, manages and upgrades existing electromechanical and electronic installations and systems.
• -Research and analyzes causes of failures. Repairs, replaces, and installs new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize function ability.
• -Provides preventive maintenance ensuring safe and clean operating conditions.
• -Prepares and updates various records, logs and reports related to the work being performed.
• -Responds to emergency calls for various types of electrical failures and shutdowns.
• -Organizes, schedules and monitors work assignments.
• -Research technical product specifications.
• -Compare and evaluate product prices from vendors to determine most competitive bid.
• -Assists in the inventory control management of electrical parts and components to provide appropriate supply levels.
• -Inspect field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of electrical components for installation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases, and substances, and/or contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term disabling nature, such as broken bones or temporary loss of sight or hearing. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION
Requires a High School degree or a GED certificate Requires successful completion of an apprentice electrician program approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training OR the equivalent as recognized by the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

EXPERIENCE
No journey level experience is required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
A valid State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License is required.
Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants who have:

• A Journeyman Electrician License for 5+ years.
• The ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, schematics, and design specifications.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes and experience with electrical tools, meters, and materials and their uses in a commercial setting.
• Experience in high voltage (15 KV), primary distribution and emergency generators, and commercial/industrial experience including control systems, preventative maintenance programs, UPS, and PLC.
• Knowledge of airfield lighting materials and applications is a plus.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

***Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.***
GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade - 18

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call (281-233-1043).
If you need special services or accommodations, call 281-233-1043 (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit:

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a Houston Airport System employee?

• Yes
• No

03

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School/GED
• High School diploma/GED
• Associate degree or beyond
• No degree

04

If you have a High School Diploma or GED please list the school's name that you attended and graduated. Also, please upload your High School Diploma/GED or your official school's transcripts.
05

What is your highest level of VALID State of Texas Electrician License obtained?

• Journeyman Electrician
• Master Electrician
• None of Above

06

Please provide your valid State of Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician License number. If no license, please input N/A.
07

Do you have a VALID/CURRENT driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08

How many verifiable years of Journeyman level experience do you possess?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 5 years or more
• No experience

09

This position may require working rotating shifts, holiday AND/OR weekends. Are you available to work the required schedules?

• Yes
• No

10

Select all that best describes your verifiable work experience as an Electrician.

• Ability to interpret sketches
• Ability to interpret schematics ladder logic diagrams to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes
• Knowledge of NFPA codes
• Knowledge of FAA standards and regulations
• Preventative Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Operated Service Truck
• Medium Voltage (12,470 volts)
• Primary Distribution Switchgear (480-600kv)
• Emergency Generators & A.T.S.
• U.P.S. Systems
• P.L.C. Systems
• Commercial
• Lighting and Control Systems
• None of the above

Required Question