Instrument & Electrical Technician - Lift Stations

Overview

The Instrument & Electrical Technician is responsible for maintaining existing electrical and control systems by troubleshooting and repairing equipment, performing visual inspections, gathering information related to equipment failure, and removing and installing electrical devices and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Installs electrical circuits and distribution systems inclusive of, but not necessarily limited to motors, motor controllers, motor control centers, transformers, control panels, circuit breakers, disconnects, services, raceways, wiring, instrumentation equipment, and devices utilizing all materials and methods recognized by the National Electrical Code NFPA 70

• Troubleshoot, identify root cause, and remedy malfunctions of electrical services, distribution systems, control systems, pumping stations, complex water and wastewater treatment process units, programmable logic controller, SCADA networks, remote terminal units (SCADA), and instrumentation equipment

• Assist other craft disciplines by performing electrical testing and measurement to diagnose malfunctions in mechanical equipment, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and process units

• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical services, distribution systems, control systems, pumping stations, complex water and wastewater treatment process units, programmable logic controllers, SCADA networks, remote terminal units (SCADA), and instrumentation equipment

• Communicate with supervisors, inspection personnel, engineers, and contractors to provide inspection, maintenance, and construction support for all electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA systems

• Inspect work performed by contractors for conformity to drawings and specifications and applicable National Electric Code articles

• Prepare comprehensive reports to management

• Document work performed utilizing Maximo computerized maintenance management software

• Generate new work orders as required

• Upon request from a member of operations, maintenance, SCADA, water quality, or management team, extract instrument data from the instrument's internal data storage and present to the requestor in standard format: ACII text file or Microsoft Excel

• Procure materials and equipment to perform work, utilizing City Purchasing protocol, within the constraints of City policy

• Maintain adequate parts inventory for Electric Shop and Van Stock

• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

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. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Five (5) years of experience from starting Apprentice to one (1) year as a licensed Journeyman Electrician

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• State of Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician License

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within one (1) year of hire

• TCEQ Water or Wastewater license

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: March 24, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

• 3618263332

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