Substation Engineer (Hybrid) at Lcra in Austin, TX | Kablio

Substation Engineer (Hybrid) at Lcra in Austin, TX | Kablio

Company

Overview

Founded 1934

Originated during Great Depression

Began operations in 1934 amid significant economic challenges, laying the foundation for future growth.

Million Users

Supplies water to over a million people

Manages water resources efficiently to meet the needs of a substantial population.

40+ Parks

Operates recreational areas

Provides public access to outdoor spaces and educational venues, enhancing community well-being.

Wind Power 1995

Pioneered wind-generated electricity in Texas

Introduced renewable energy early, diversifying energy sources and setting a precedent for sustainability.

Evolved into a powerful entity, generating electricity through various sources and developing transmission infrastructure across central Texas.
Revenue primarily generated from electricity and transmission services, with minimal contribution from water sales; operates without tax or state funds?
Undertakes diverse projects including flood-control dams, power plants, energy networks, and community grants to support development.
Operates as a self-funded nonprofit organization, deeply involved in community service across water, energy, and recreational sectors.

Culture + Values

$600

Residential Rebates

Up to six hundred dollars available for irrigation, landscape, and pool upgrades to improve water efficiency.

50%

Aquatic Invasive Plant Removal

Rebates covering up to fifty percent of costs for municipalities and associations to remove invasive plants.

Committed to fulfilling our mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy, and community service.
Firm Water Conservation Cost-Share Program that funds projects reducing or maximizing efficient use of surface water, equipment efficiency upgrades, and emerging technology projects focused on education, outreach, or technology advancements.

Environment + Sustainability

$15k in 2023

Grant Awarded for Water Reuse

Provided $15,000 to support net-zero water strategies through water-reuse toolkits.

50% Coverage

Invasive Plant Treatment Rebate

Offers rebates covering 50% of costs for mechanical or chemical removal of invasive aquatic plants.

$7.5k Max

Aquatic Treatment Rebate

Caps rebates for invasive aquatic plant treatment at $7,500 per project.

Firm Water Conservation Cost‑Share Program funds projects converting irrigated areas from potable to recycled water and reducing surface‑water loss.
WaterSmart rebates for efficient irrigation systems, landscape soil testing, compost, mulch, pool covers and equipment.
Operates 'Water My Yard' weekly irrigation recommendations program to reduce outdoor water use.

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available LCRA-defined DEI strategy, goals or gender-related statistics found on official channels.

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What We Do (overview of services)

Energy Services

Telecommunications services

Aquatic Vegetation Management Rebate