Executive Administrative Assistant Port of Corpus Christi AuthorityExecutive Administrative AssistantCorpus Christi, TX$59,092–$83,907Full timeMaintains effectiveness and job knowledge by welcoming educational opportunities, reading professional publications, forming networks and participating in professional organizations and enhances CCO and PCC's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Prepares and reviews complex documents including presentations and special reports to Executive Team, Port Commissioners and customers; Gathers, assembles, produces and disseminates key reports; Composes letters, e-mails and memorandums in final form and creates, edits and proofs reports, letters, databases and other materials.
Assistant Director, Facilities & Grounds Texas State UniversityAssistant Director, Facilities & GroundsSan Marcos, TXFull timeThe Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds will lead and manage the administration and operation of the Facilities program, consisting of all Campus Recreation special events, Grounds Operations, Custodial Operations and Building Maintenance Operations in the pursuit of inspiring Bobcats to be their best and create lasting memories. Facility Management/Maintenance, Turf Maintenance: 30% Develop and manage a diverse Facilities program including the administration of all campus recreation grounds operations, custodial operations and building maintenance operations.
NewCertified Nursing Assistant - Neuro ICU CHRISTUS HealthCertified Nursing Assistant - Neuro ICUSan Antonio, TXThe Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills provides specialized care and treatment for patients who are critically ill or injured. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
NewAdministrative Assistant Pinnacle Technical ResourcesAdministrative AssistantPantego,, Texas$23–$25 / hourContractorThe specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Successfully placed or hired candidates would only be asked for banking details after accepting an offer from us during our official onboarding processes as part of payroll setup.
Laboratory Assistant Lead - Lab OutPatient CHRISTUS HealthLaboratory Assistant Lead - Lab OutPatientTyler, TXPractices safety, infection control, and security as defined by the hospital department and section policy and procedure manuals; follows all safety and infection control procedures including wearing appropriate PPE for assigned job functions; disposes of biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals as established by departmental policy; all patient information, including lab results, are maintained in the strictest of confidence, limited to health care professionals needing this information to perform patient care. Inventory control – monitors supply receiving area, distributes supplies, restocks, and processes packing slips; notifies appropriate supervisor/manager when instrument parts, reagents, or supplies are at reorder levels; dates reagents when received and opened according to laboratory policy, and notifies supervisor of expired reagents; completes supply orders, as assigned.
NewOphthalmic Assistant Certified - Eye Care CHRISTUS HealthOphthalmic Assistant Certified - Eye CareLongview, TXPerforming technical workups to include visual acuity, lensometry, color vision, visual field tests (Humphrey and Goldman), manual keratometry, refraction, Amslers, muscle testing, topography, pupil exams, OCT, pachymetry, and other special testing as directed by physician. Promptly and professionally assisting the doctor in patient care, collecting patient history, and performing patient education.
Laboratory Assistant Certified - Lab Outpatient CHRISTUS HealthLaboratory Assistant Certified - Lab OutpatientTyler, TXPerforms all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures. In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Executive Assistant USAAExecutive AssistantSan Antonio, TX$63,590–$114,450 / yearAdditionally, drafts internal communications and other materials on behalf of the leader to share with a variety of audiences including department leaders, employees, key stakeholders, or business partners. Proactively disseminates reminders to leaders and employees for upcoming deadlines, such as check-in completion, LMS training deadlines, or other urgent work deliverables.
NewTravel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,585 per week in Ranger, TX Cynet HealthTravel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,585 per week in Ranger, TXRanger, TX$1,585Occupational Therapy Assistant Profession: Occupational Therapy Assistant Specialty: Long Term Care Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 8 hours Experience: 2 years in LTC setting License: Texas or compact license Description: Executes specialized therapy plans designed by the occupational therapist. Instructs patients and families on how to use special tools like reachers, mobility aids, or modified kitchen utensils.
ASSISTANT TEACHER-SPECIAL EDUCATION (2026-27 SPECIAL EDUCATION) Harmony Public SchoolsASSISTANT TEACHER-SPECIAL EDUCATION (2026-27 SPECIAL EDUCATION)Austin, TXFor description, see this url: https://harmonypublicschoolstxemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/ApplicationEntry.aspx?form=PARA&req=11213&sreq=2&desc=ASSISTANT+TEACHER-SPECIAL+EDUCATION+(2026-27+SPECIAL+EDUCATION ).
Special Education Life Skills Instructional Assistant/ Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTSpecial Education Life Skills Instructional Assistant/ Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)TXThe position of a Special Education Life Skills Instructional Assistant/Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) will be available at East Central ISD for the 2026-2027 school year. Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning for students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students.
Special Education Teacher Assistant - Bilingual - Special Education Department - School Year 2026-2027 Spring Branch Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Teacher Assistant - Bilingual - Special Education Department - School Year 2026-2027TXJob Title:Special Education Teacher Assistant - BilingualReports To:Building PrincipalClassification:Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)Wage/Hour Status:Non-exemptDays:188Salary:See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 202Contract:NoneDate Revised:11/15/2023Primary Purpose:Assist Speech Language Pathologists when working with Spanish speaking students and/or parents in the provision of speech language therapy activities. Special Education Teacher Assistant - Bilingual - Special Education Department - School Year 2026-2027 JobID: 7920.
2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (Regular Inclusion) Pool HARLANDALE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (Regular Inclusion) PoolSan Antonio, TXEducation: Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Have met formal academic assessment TOPP Region 20 Assessment 70 associate's degree or two years of study 48 hours at an institution of higher learning Meet criteria to obtain a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Help meet the individual needs of students including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting and positioning, interpreting instructions, and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
Special Education Assistant (Generic Posting - Special Ed North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant (Generic Posting - Special EdSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (BASE Unit/Transition) Pool HARLANDALE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (BASE Unit/Transition) PoolSan Antonio, TXQualifications: Education: Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development GED certificate Have met formal academic assessment TOPP Region 20 Assessment 70 associate's degree or two years of study 48 hours at an institution of higher learning Meet criteria to obtain a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Special Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Ability to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively Knowledge of general office equipment Experience: Some experience working with children.
2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (ALE) Pool HARLANDALE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (ALE) PoolSan Antonio, TXQualifications: Education: Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Have met formal academic assessment TOPP Region 20 Assessment 70 associate's degree or two years 48 hours of study at an institution of higher learning Meet criteria to obtain a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Student Management • Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including: • Transferring to and from wheelchairs • Lifting • Positioning • Assisting students with personal care, such as: • Feeding • Bathroom needs • Personal hygiene • Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Special Education Assistant - RISE - Silver Lake ES (2026-27 school year) Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - RISE - Silver Lake ES (2026-27 school year)Grapevine, TXThe primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress in a professional manner; Frequent standing stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting of students; Assistance with student hygiene needs may be required.
Special Education Assistant - RISE - Glenhope ES (2026-27 school year) Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - RISE - Glenhope ES (2026-27 school year)Colleyville, TXThe primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress in a professional manner; Frequent standing stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting of students; Assistance with student hygiene needs may be required.
Special Education Assistant - RISE - OC Taylor ES (2026-2027 School Year) Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - RISE - OC Taylor ES (2026-2027 School Year)Colleyville, TXThe primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress in a professional manner; Frequent standing stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting of students; Assistance with student hygiene needs may be required.
Special Education Assistant - RISE - Cross Timbers MS (2026-2027 School Year) Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - RISE - Cross Timbers MS (2026-2027 School Year)Grapevine, TXThe primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress in a professional manner; Frequent standing stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting of students; Assistance with student hygiene needs may be required.
Special Education Assistant Everman Independent School DistrictSpecial Education AssistantTXEquipment Used: Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment, assisted technology equipment or additional technology as needed by a student from his IEP. Primary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting.
32609* Special Education Assistant (Bus Monitor) GARLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT32609* Special Education Assistant (Bus Monitor)Garland, TX32609* Special Education Assistant (Bus Monitor) JobID: 11034. Prior experience as a bus aide/monitor and/or daycare setting.
26-27 MMS Special Education Assistant, Self Contained Midway Independent School District26-27 MMS Special Education Assistant, Self ContainedTXPrimary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in monitoring and supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including cafeteria, bus, or playground duty, as assigned.
New26-27 CPE Special Education Assistant, Self Contained Midway Independent School District26-27 CPE Special Education Assistant, Self ContainedWaco, TXPrimary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in monitoring and supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including cafeteria, bus, or playground duty, as assigned.
New26-27 WWE Special Education Assistant, Self Contained Midway Independent School District26-27 WWE Special Education Assistant, Self ContainedWoodway, TXPrimary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in monitoring and supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including cafeteria, bus, or playground duty, as assigned.
Assistant Principal- Special Education West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School DistrictAssistant Principal- Special EducationTXAssistant Principal- Special Education - West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District.
Special Education Assistant (CDC) Overall Creek Murfreesboro City SchoolsSpecial Education Assistant (CDC) Overall CreekCarrollton, TXFull timeEssential Job Functions: The Educational Assistant and Mid-day Assistant are required to assist in a variety of specific assignments which contribute to the effectiveness of the special education instructional program; to assist the special education teacher in conducting activities for special education children; to attend to the personal needs of special education children. Must be physically active and interactive throughout the school day (i.e., be able to stand for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, do light lifting, push, pull, step and have good finger dexterity, etc.).
SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT (POTENTIAL) Lackland Independent School DistrictSPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT (POTENTIAL)TXid='p625_'>SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT (POTENTIAL) JobID: 625. Attachment(s): Special Education 17X revised 2025.doc.
Assistant Teacher (Special Education 2) In Class Support - Secondary 2026/27 Aledo Independent School DistrictAssistant Teacher (Special Education 2) In Class Support - Secondary 2026/27TXValid Texas educational aide certificate (the District will assist the employee in obtaining this certificate). Attachment(s): 2025-2026Clerical-ParaprofessionalPayPlan.pdf.
Assistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - (2026-2026 School Year - Aledo High School) Aledo Independent School DistrictAssistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - (2026-2026 School Year - Aledo High School)TXAssistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - (2026-2026 School Year - Aledo High School) JobID: 2300. Assistant Teacher (Special Education 3) for Aledo High School for the 2026/2027 School Year.
Assistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - Early Childhood Academy (2026-2027 school year) Aledo Independent School DistrictAssistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - Early Childhood Academy (2026-2027 school year)TXPrimary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Assistant Teacher (Special Education 3) - Early Childhood Academy (2026-2027 school year) JobID: 2326.
Secondary - Education Assistant - Special Education (TAB 18+) Education Service Center Region 11Secondary - Education Assistant - Special Education (TAB 18+)Haltom City, TXFor more infomration about this program please contact Rebecca George at rebecca.george@birdvilleschools.net. The Transition Academy of Birdville (TAB) program is for our 18+ students.
Elementary - Education Assistant - Special Education Education Service Center Region 11Elementary - Education Assistant - Special EducationWatauga, TXBIRDVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT. Programs: PASS, SEEC, TEAMS.
Elementary - Education Assistant Pool - Special Education - Self Contained (C-4) 2026 - 2027 Education Service Center Region 11Elementary - Education Assistant Pool - Special Education - Self Contained (C-4) 2026 - 2027Haltom City, TXBIRDVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT. Programs • PASS • SEEC • TEAMS.
Special Education Assistant - Early Childhood - Bear Creek ES Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Early Childhood - Bear Creek ESEuless, TXPrimary Purpose: The primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Perform record keeping, data collection, and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing services for students with disabilities.
Special Education Assistant - Early Childhood - Timberline ES Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Early Childhood - Timberline ESGrapevine, TXPrimary Purpose: The primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Perform record keeping, data collection, and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing services for students with disabilities.
Special Education Assistant - Grapevine MS Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Grapevine MSGrapevine, TXPrimary Purpose: The primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Perform record keeping, data collection, and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing services for students with disabilities.
Special Education Assistant - Silver Lake ES Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Silver Lake ESGrapevine, TXPrimary Purpose: The primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. Perform record keeping, data collection, and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing services for students with disabilities.
NewFloating Special Education Assistant Amarillo Independent School DistrictFloating Special Education AssistantAmarillo, TXAssist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene. This experience may be work in church-related school, day camps, youth groups, and private schools, licensed day-care centers or similar experiences.
Special Education Assistant - Tejeda Middle School North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Tejeda Middle SchoolSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
NewSpecial Education Assistant - Fox Run Elementary North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Fox Run ElementarySan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
NewSpecial Education Assistant - Huebner Elementary North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Huebner ElementarySan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
NewSpecial Education Assistant - Harmony Hills Elementary North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Harmony Hills ElementarySan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant (ALE) - White Middle School North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant (ALE) - White Middle SchoolSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant - Churchill High School North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Churchill High SchoolSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant (ILE) - Montgomery Elementary North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant (ILE) - Montgomery ElementaryMontgomery, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant (ALE) - Larkspur Elementary North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant (ALE) - Larkspur ElementaryTXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant - Garner Middle School North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Garner Middle SchoolTXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant, Federal - NETS & Related Svcs North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant, Federal - NETS & Related SvcsSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
Special Education Assistant - Eisenhower Middle School North East Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Assistant - Eisenhower Middle SchoolSan Antonio, TXThe regulations implementing IDEA-B define the purpose of the act as a means to do the following: Ensure that all students with disabilities have available a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) that includes special education and related services to meet their unique needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work in a confined space, exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.