Job Description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Houston, TX 77051Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Technical DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesJOB SUMMARY:
A Journeyman Electrician is responsible for performing electrical work in accordance with established codes, safety standards, and project specifications. This role involves installing wiring, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring systems operate efficiently and safely.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, or industrial settings
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams
Run wiring, conduit, and electrical panels
Inspect electrical components (transformers, circuit breakers, etc.)
Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform repairs
Ensure all work complies with local and national electrical codes (like the National Electrical Code)
Test systems using tools like multimeters and oscilloscopes
TYPICAL DAILY TASKS:
Installing outlets, switches, and lighting fixtures
Connecting wiring to circuit breakers and transformers
Diagnosing power failures or faulty systems
Performing routine maintenance checks
Working with hand tools and power tools
Coordinating with contractors, engineers, or construction teams
WORK ENVIRONMENT
May involve working in extreme weather or confined spaces
Can require travel between job sites
QualificationsREQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of an apprenticeship program (usually 4–5 years)
Valid journeyman electrician license
Strong understanding of electrical theory and safety practices
Ability to read technical documents and blueprints
Physical ability to work in tight spaces, heights, or outdoors
SKILLS
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Attention to detail
Manual dexterity
Knowledge of electrical systems and safety standards
Communication and teamwork