About Knight Electric: Knight Electric is an electrical contractor focusing on commercial New Construction and remodels. Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others. We do most of our projects in the Southeast US. Offices in Justin, TX and Alpharetta, GA About this role:We are currently hiring for Traveling Electricians to work and lead commercial electrical construction projects. Experience in commercial new construction and remodels is a plus. You can live in any city in the Texas and travel to job site. Travel is paid along with per diem and mileage (drive time too). Compensation: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour pending experience and active state electrical license. Travel expenses paid.Travel: On average 2–3-week sprints for the year. Most projects are in Texas. Hotel / AIRBNB is paid by company, travel to and from project is covered as well as per diem. Duties / Expectations: Advanced knowledge of electrical theoryUnderstands and applies NEC code knowledgeBasic understanding of NEC calculationsAble to perform any type of bend with all bender typesInstalls raceways, boxes, and cablesAssist with wire pulling activitiesInstalls light fixtures, devices, and cover platesAssists with installation of switchboardsInstalls panels, breakers, and transformersConnects branch circuits including terminations and panels and equipmentPerforms basic testing and troubleshooting of electrical systemsBasic knowledge of various control systems and componentsReads and interprets blueprints and schematicsPerforms other related duties as required Requirements: High school diploma or GED4000+ Hours of electrician experienceValid state issued Driver’s LicenseCurrent state Electrical Apprentice license When required by State Licensing entity Current OSHA 10 certificate What We Offer:Medical/Dental/Vision/401KOvertime potential Housing and Per diem paid while traveling.Paid Time OffPaid travel back home Holiday PayWeekly Pay See all our openings at Knight Electric here. This Position Description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions or qualifications. Management may change this document at any time. Employee is expected to follow these and other job-related instructions, policies, processes and procedures. This document does not modify the “at will” employment relationship.
See More Details >>Experienced Journeyman Service / Project Electrician At Prism Electric we are looking for Service Electricians who are looking for long term careers, not just another job! As a Prism Electric Service Electrician you will operate in a wide variety of environments troubleshooting, making repairs and performing both small and large electrical installations. Our primary customer base consists of Manufacturing, Light Industrial, Commercial and Property Management. You will be expected to be highly knowledgeable of your trade, provide excellent customer service, be self motivated, quality focused, and to operate safely and efficiently in the field with a minimum of immediate supervision. Required Skills, Etc: A minimum of 3 years experience working as a Service Electrician is required for consideration. Candidates must have a State of Texas Master or Journeyman Electrician license as well as a Texas Drivers license and a clean driving record. All candidates must be able to pass drug testing and national minimum 10 year background check. If you do not meet these minimum criteria, please do not apply! Potential candidates are required to have a professional appearance and demeanor and be highly proficient in the following areas: ? Safety ? NEC requirements ? Customer service ? Trouble shooting a wide variety of commercial and manufacturing systems ? Trouble shooting and installation of motor control systems ? Commercial installations ? Manufacturing / Light Industrial installations ? Generator installations ? UPS installations ? Lighting installations In addition to these skills, potential candidates must be physically fit, able to lift a minimum of 60lbs, and be willing / able to work overtime and weekends if / when required. Additional capabilities / experience in the following areas will be considered a plus: ? Medium voltage installations (5Kv ? 35Kv) ? PLC trouble shooting and programming ? Holder of Texas CDL ? Certified thermographer ? MM Fiber and / or Cat 5 - Cat 6 cabling troubleshooting, installation and testing ? OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training ? Other safety training A full benefit program is available following completion of introductory period and required minimum waiting times. Benefits include: ? Health insurance ? Prescription coverage ? Dental insurance ? Vision insurance ? Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance ? Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ? 401k Retirement Plan ? Paid vacation and holidays
See More Details >>We are currently taking applications for experienced Apprentice Electricians with ratings for E2 to E5. As Apprentice Electrician you will work under the guidance of a Journeyman level electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems on commercial work sites. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Apprentice License: MUST have an Active Texas Apprentice License, through TDLR. • Licenses/ID: Current Driver’s License and/or State ID. • Education: High School Graduate, GED or equivalent is preferred. • Experience: Requires at least 1 year of experience in the E2 classification. • Tools: MUST have basic hand tools of the trade. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Helps in securing, relocating and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas. • Keeps work area clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse. • Keeps materials and tools clean and organized in an orderly fashion. • Assists in pulling wire, lifting, hoisting and positioning materials. • May operate less complicated hand tools and equipment under direct supervision of a Foreman or more senior electrician. • Digs trenches by use of hand tools. • Assists in mounting and strapping. • May assist more senior personnel in less complicated electrical installations under close supervision. • Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor. • Meets attendance standards and complies with late/absence notification procedures. • DOES NOT WORK ON ENERGIZED CIRCUITS OR EQUIPMENT. MINUIMUM SKILLS PER RATING: E1 – Minimum Skills Required: • Positively identify colors of wires. • Perform a 90-degree conduit bend using hand benders. • Must use all power tools, saws, threaders, and knockout punches. • Operates two (2) handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, & compression tools • Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment. • Capable of performing a wire pull. • Read and interprets maps, instructional manuals, specifications, work site directions, and written instructions. E2 – Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 1) • Perform Off-Set conduit bends with hand benders. • Correctly identify and explain markings on hand bender head. • Knows wire pulling procedures. • Knowledge of tools and materials. • Wall rough in • Fixture rough in • Identify correct Cap/Connector to corresponding wire gauge. • Work from mechanical personnel lifts. E3 – Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 2, E 1) • Perform 3 Point Saddle, & Back-to-Back conduit bends with hand benders. • Terminate junction boxes. • Install conduit Branch. • Install conduit Feeder. • Fixture connections • Underground rough in materials • Underground rough in methods • Operate equipment, trenchers, backhoe, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, & lift trucks in a safe manner. • Comprehends reading and drawing prints and schematics of same. • Operate and mechanical personnel lifts (electric or gas powered). E4 – Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 3, E 2, E 1) • Perform 4 Point Saddle, & Kick conduit bends with hand benders. • Basic blueprint knowledge • Layout from field sketches • Panel terminations • Size conduit and boxes • Underground layout and rough in E5 – Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 4, E 3, E 2, E 1) • Layout work and preps materials for installations • Troubleshoots and resolves problems in electrical circuits, systems and equipment. • Performs underground layout and rough-in • Determines wire and conduit sizing. • Install buss feeders. • Performs switchgear installation and terminations. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • This job operates in a client project environment with exposure to employee, subcontractors and trades. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. • This job operates in a client project environment with exposure to employee, subcontractors and trades. • Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment. • Ability to comprehend forms in space and understand relationships of plane and solid objects. May be used in such tasks as blueprint reading and in solving geometry problems. Frequently described as the ability to “visualize” objects of two and three dimensions, or to think visually of geometric forms. • Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment up to 50 lbs. The frequency of manipulation if frequently. • Ability to move up or mount by using the hands or feet to include: • Ladders - Step stool, 8' to 10' ladder, extension ladder • Stairways - 3 or more flights • To bend forward or down from the middle of the waist or the middle of the back, to bend, downwards, to lower oneself and/or to move freely on hands and knees between 20-50 times daily. • To stretch out, extend, or put forth a bodily part. To touch or grasp something, by extending or stretching. To touch, lift, hold or operate with the hands up to 50 times daily. • To perceive or comprehend by the sense of sight. • Characteristics are Focus, Color perception or depth perception. • The ability to operate or convey in a vehicle, car, commercial vehicle. • * Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Fort Worth, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 80,822 electricians in Texas, with wages averaging around $1,066.42 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
