Airfield Electrician Non-CDL

DFW International Airport•Grapevine, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Electrical Manager and Airfield Electrical Supervisor, the Airfield Electrician installs, maintains, inspects, tests, troubleshoots, repairs, and restores airfield and non-airfield electrical systems supporting DFW Airport operations. Work must comply with FAA Part 139 Airport Certification requirements, applicable FAA Advisory Circulars, the Airport Certification Manual (ACM), National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and DFW Airport policies to ensure safe, reliable, and regulatory-compliant airport electrical infrastructure. The role maintains FAA Part 139-compliant airfield lighting and guidance systems, as well as medium- to high-voltage electrical systems and equipment across airport facilities and utility infrastructure. It performs preventive and corrective maintenance on airfield lighting vaults, constant current regulators, transformers, series circuits, monitoring equipment, control panels, relay systems, and related infrastructure. The electrician also performs switching, isolation, lockout/tagout, and system restoration; diagnoses faults with advanced testing equipment; and provides technical support during emergencies, utility failures, severe weather, and operational disruptions. The position works around active aircraft movement areas, energized equipment, heavy equipment, traffic, and construction zones, and collaborates with airport departments, contractors, utilities, and stakeholders. It requires rotating shift assignments, a Texas Journeyman Electrician license, and a Class B CDL within one year of hire. The employee must obtain and maintain a SIDA badge, pass a pre-employment drug test and random testing, and serve as an essential employee who may be required to attend work during emergencies or inclement weather.

Requirements

Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent.
Three years of experience maintaining commercial, industrial, airport, utility, or medium-voltage electrical systems in an airfield, industrial, commercial, or related setting; equivalent combinations of education and/or experience may be substituted.
Possession of a Journeyman Electrician license issued by the State of Texas.
Ability to work rotating shift assignments.
Ability to pass a color vision deficiency test and a medical physical examination.
Possession of a valid Class B CDL within one year of hire; operator's licenses with an “L” restriction are not acceptable.
Knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, OSHA electrical safety regulations, and electrical lockout/tagout procedures.
Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage electrical distribution systems, protective devices, switchgear, transformers, relays, and emergency power systems.
Skill using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Ability to learn and meet FAA Part 139 Airport Certification requirements, the Airport Certification Manual, and FAA Advisory Circulars applicable to airfield electrical systems.
Ability to learn and understand FAA AC 150/5340 series standards governing airfield lighting systems and visual navigation aids.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, FAA standards, construction specifications, manufacturer technical documentation, relay logic, and electrical schematics.
Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and regulatory documentation supporting FAA compliance.
Ability to work safely in active movement areas while maintaining continuous airport operations and minimizing operational impacts.
Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical distribution systems using advanced diagnostic equipment and to perform electrical switching and isolation procedures safely.
Ability to work independently on critical airport infrastructure while maintaining operational continuity.
Obtain a SIDA Airport Identification/Access Badge within 30 days of employment in accordance with TSA requirements and DFW Airport's Airport Security Program, and maintain qualification upon badge renewal.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and submit to random drug screening during employment in this safety-sensitive position.
Work as an essential employee whose attendance may be required during emergencies or inclement weather.
Work outdoors for extended periods in inclement weather and around airport facilities, grounds, roadways, and moving aircraft.
Frequently lift forces equivalent to approximately 50 pounds and occasionally up to approximately 100 pounds; work at heights up to 100 feet and climb ladders and use power-lift equipment.
Work in awkward positions, including stooping, squatting, or holding arms above the head for extended periods.
Use hand tools, power tools, and precision equipment; communicate by telephone, two-way radio, and in person; use near visual acuity and color perception; and operate vehicles on Airport property.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting FAA Part 139 inspections, Airport Certification activities, and implementation of corrective actions.
Experience maintaining FAA-compliant airfield electrical systems at a commercial service airport.
Working knowledge of FAA Part 139 requirements and FAA Advisory Circulars related to airfield lighting.

Responsibilities

Maintain FAA Part 139-compliant airfield electrical systems, including runway and taxiway lighting, approach lighting, guidance signs, PAPIs, REILs, stop bars, guard lights, apron lighting, obstruction lighting, and control systems.
Install, maintain, repair, and test medium- to high-voltage electrical systems and equipment across airport terminals, roadways, parking and maintenance facilities, and utility infrastructure.
Maintain and service switchgear, transformers, substations, feeders, and protective relays in accordance with applicable safety standards.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Airfield Lighting Vaults, constant current regulators, isolation transformers, series circuits, monitoring equipment, control panels, relay systems, and associated infrastructure.
Perform electrical switching, isolation, lockout/tagout, and restoration in accordance with established safety procedures.
Provide technical support during emergency incidents, utility failures, severe weather events, and airport operational disruptions.
Diagnose electrical faults using insulation resistance testing, circuit tracing, fault locating equipment, power quality analyzers, infrared thermography, and other diagnostic tools.
Work safely around aircraft movement areas, energized electrical equipment, heavy equipment, roadway traffic, and construction zones.
Partner with other departments, contractors, utilities, and Airport Stakeholders to support airport operational needs.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and regulatory documentation supporting FAA compliance.
Identify non-compliant conditions and recommend corrective actions to maintain operational readiness.
Perform other related duties as assigned.