City of Boerne

Electric Groundsman I

Boerne, TX - Full Time

Throughout the recruitment process, candidates will have opportunities to learn about the Boerne Way and how our values shape the culture of our organization. We encourage applicants who are passionate about public service and committed to living these values to join our team. Together, we can make a meaningful and lasting impact on the City of Boerne and the community we are proud to serve.

Job Title:
Electric Groundsman I

Department:
Electric

Location:
City of Boerne, Texas

Salary Range:
$23.42 - $29.26 DOE Hourly

The Boerne Way At the City of Boerne, we are more than an organization—we are a team committed to serving our community with purpose, professionalism, and excellence. We seek individuals who not only possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job, but who also embody the values that define the Boerne Way. Our culture is built on five core values:
Service – We are dedicated to serving our community and one another with professionalism, responsiveness, and accountability.
  • Excellence – We strive for the highest standards in everything we do through continuous improvement, innovation, and quality service.
  • Integrity – We act with honest, ethics, transparency, and accountability, earning the trust of our community and coworkers.
  • Respect – We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness, and appreciation.
  • Collaboration – We work together across departments and with our community to achieve shared goals and deliver exceptional public service.
Job Description:

Works with groundsmen to assist line workers in electric construction with skilled support groundwork.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assists electric construction line workers in replacing rotten poles and damaged cross arms.
  • Assists in the installation of security lights and streetlights.
  • Assists in installing new electric utility lines.
  • Assists in making sure that work trucks are fully stocked with supplies and equipment.
  • Assists with the maintenance of department facilities, grounds, department equipment, and vehicles.
  • Assists in installation, maintenance, removal, and replacement of electric meters.
  • Assists in trimming trees and brushes from power lines and easements.
  • Chips, loads, and transports limbs and brush.
  • Operates all departmental equipment utilized in the installation and maintenance of the electrical system, such as bucket truck, digger, derrick, pole truck, and other large trucks.
  • Works with other departments on utility projects.
  • Serves as essential emergency personnel when required.
  • Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the position.
  • Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Education: High school graduate, or GED, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Knowledge of: medical and first aid procedures, electrical construction equipment, and miscellaneous tools.
  • Skill/Ability to: understand and follow instructions; operate light equipment, hand tools, and electrical construction equipment and trucks; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; and maintain a Texas driver’s license applicable to job responsibilities and a good driving record.
  • Certifications & Licenses Required: A valid Class A driver’s license.
Work Environment:
Tasks involved include, but are not limited to bending, lifting, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting 90 pounds. Tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions. 

Application Process:
  1. Submit resume, cover letter, and application form. Careers | Boerne, TX - Official Website
  2. Initial phone/video screening interview.
  3. In-person interview with hiring manager and staff.
  4. Skills assessment (if applicable).
  5. Final interview and reference check.
  6. Job offer to selected candidate.
Special Benefits & Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision – 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 46.2% for dependents, medical only.)
  • Short-Term and Long -Term Disability
  • Vacation/ Sick paid days off
  • Holidays Paid
  • Retirement plan - 14% City Contribution
  • Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity

Application Timeline:
The hiring process generally takes 2 to 4 weeks from application submission to offer. Join our team and help foster a community of learning and engagement in Boerne!

The City of Boerne is an equal-opportunity employer.

 
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