Journeyman Electrician (Commercial) - Houston TX

Enterprise Electrical•Houston, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Working Journeyman Electrician performs skilled electrical work on commercial construction projects. The role combines hands-on installation with supporting apprentices and contributing to job-site efficiency. The electrician interprets blueprints, installs electrical systems according to NEC standards, and maintains safety and quality on site. The position works under the direction of a Supervisor/Foreman who is a Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician. Documentation or a letter verifying on-the-job training (OJT) hours may help determine starting salary. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to stand, bend, or kneel for extended periods; lift more than 50 pounds; work in tight spaces, elevated areas, and awkward positions; and use tools and materials with manual dexterity. Excellent vision, including color perception, and coordination and balance for work on ladders, scaffolding, or elevated platforms are also required. Candidates must be able to handle a physical workload, possess personal tools, and have reliable transportation.

Requirements

Able to work well under pressure, including tight timelines, unexpected delays, or urgent tasks.
Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
Reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing assigned tasks.
Safety-conscious and able to follow instructed safety regulations.
Detail-oriented and results-driven.
Knowledgeable in the use of electrical tools and equipment.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage administrative functions.
Ambitious and interested in growing within the company.
Able to work long hours, frequently standing, bending, or kneeling for extended periods.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds and use the upper body and manual dexterity to handle tools, wiring, and heavy materials.
Capable of working in tight spaces, elevated areas, and awkward positions.
Excellent vision, including color perception, to identify wires and components accurately.
Strong hand-eye coordination and balance for precise work on ladders, scaffolding, or elevated platforms.
Able to handle a physical workload.
Must possess personal tools and have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CenterPoint standards.
Documentation or a letter verifying on-the-job training (OJT) hours may help determine starting salary.

Responsibilities

Work on and around high-voltage energized and general electrical equipment.
Install various types of electrical conduit systems according to NEC standards.
Cut, bend, and run conduit as specified on blueprints.
Set up and maintain temporary power systems.
Install and maintain grounding systems for equipment and structures.
Install junction boxes, panels, switches, plugs, and fixtures.
Terminate wires and cables to electrical equipment, including breakers, control panels, and distribution systems, using technical understanding and quality craftsmanship.
Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications.
Build out electrical services and apply knowledge of service applications.
Communicate and work under the direction of a Supervisor/Foreman who is a Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician.
Support apprentices and contribute to job-site efficiency.