Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas
Electrical Maintenance Technician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, petrochemical refining, manufacturing, and large-scale industrial facilities, with openings at every level from entry-level helper to senior lead technician. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where major employers like Dow, Valero Energy, and Lockheed Martin maintain long-term operations and ongoing maintenance programs. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are PLC and controls troubleshooting, high-voltage systems, and instrumentation maintenance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Railcar Maintenance Technician is an entry-level skilled trades position responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems on passenger railcars to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This role supports compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, company safety standards, and maintenance procedures.
The successful candidate will primarily focus on diagnosing and repairing railcar electrical components, including low-voltage systems, wiring, batteries, lighting, communication systems, sensors, and auxiliary electrical equipment. This position works closely with mechanical maintenance personnel to support overall fleet reliability and service readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components on railcars in accordance with FRA regulations, safety requirements, and company procedures.
- Diagnose electrical faults using multimeters, diagnostic software, schematics, wiring diagrams, and other testing equipment.
- Inspect, test, and maintain low-voltage electrical systems, including lighting, battery systems, charging systems, wiring harnesses, relays, switches, sensors, and auxiliary electrical equipment.
- Perform corrective maintenance and replace defective electrical components to restore equipment functionality.
- Assist with preventive maintenance programs focused on electrical system reliability and performance.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
- Support troubleshooting of electromechanical systems and interfaces between electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Assist with inspection and maintenance of railcar HVAC controls, door systems, passenger information systems, and other onboard electrical equipment.
- Utilize electrical testing instruments and specialized tools to identify root causes and perform repairs.
- Complete required maintenance documentation, inspection reports, and repair records in accordance with FRA and company requirements.
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety practices, and environmental guidelines.
- Support senior electricians and technicians during major overhauls, modifications, and fleet improvement projects.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Report safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and maintenance concerns to supervision.
- Perform inspections in accordance with applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, including:
- 49 CFR Part 229 – Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards
- 49 CFR Part 238 – Passenger Equipment Safety Standards
- Identify and report electrical defects or safety-related conditions that may impact railcar operation.
- Ensure all repairs and inspections meet regulatory requirements before equipment is returned to service.
- Maintain accurate inspection, testing, and maintenance records in compliance with FRA standards.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Electrical trade school, vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent electrical maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of electrical theory, electrical safety practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, continuity testers, and voltage meters.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to work in outdoor rail yard environments and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Ability to pass required railroad safety training and certifications.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
- Journeyman Electrician license, Electrical Apprentice experience, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
- Experience working in transportation, manufacturing, heavy industrial, rail, transit, or maintenance environments.
- Experience troubleshooting low-voltage DC systems, battery systems, communications equipment, and auxiliary electrical systems.
- Familiarity with electromechanical equipment and control systems.
- Knowledge of HVAC electrical controls, door systems, passenger systems, or vehicle electrical systems.
- Experience with rail equipment, rolling stock, heavy machinery, or industrial maintenance.
- Understanding of pneumatic and brake system interfaces with electrical controls.
Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
- Competitive Pay (plus Profit Sharing potential)
- Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
- 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
- Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)
- Paid training / Career development
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Referral bonus program
Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?
The Railcar Maintenance Technician is an entry-level skilled trades position responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems on passenger railcars to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This role supports compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, company safety standards, and maintenance procedures.
The successful candidate will primarily focus on diagnosing and repairing railcar electrical components, including low-voltage systems, wiring, batteries, lighting, communication systems, sensors, and auxiliary electrical equipment. This position works closely with mechanical maintenance personnel to support overall fleet reliability and service readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components on railcars in accordance with FRA regulations, safety requirements, and company procedures.
- Diagnose electrical faults using multimeters, diagnostic software, schematics, wiring diagrams, and other testing equipment.
- Inspect, test, and maintain low-voltage electrical systems, including lighting, battery systems, charging systems, wiring harnesses, relays, switches, sensors, and auxiliary electrical equipment.
- Perform corrective maintenance and replace defective electrical components to restore equipment functionality.
- Assist with preventive maintenance programs focused on electrical system reliability and performance.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
- Support troubleshooting of electromechanical systems and interfaces between electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Assist with inspection and maintenance of railcar HVAC controls, door systems, passenger information systems, and other onboard electrical equipment.
- Utilize electrical testing instruments and specialized tools to identify root causes and perform repairs.
- Complete required maintenance documentation, inspection reports, and repair records in accordance with FRA and company requirements.
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety practices, and environmental guidelines.
- Support senior electricians and technicians during major overhauls, modifications, and fleet improvement projects.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Report safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and maintenance concerns to supervision.
- Perform inspections in accordance with applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, including:
- 49 CFR Part 229 – Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards
- 49 CFR Part 238 – Passenger Equipment Safety Standards
- Identify and report electrical defects or safety-related conditions that may impact railcar operation.
- Ensure all repairs and inspections meet regulatory requirements before equipment is returned to service.
- Maintain accurate inspection, testing, and maintenance records in compliance with FRA standards.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Electrical trade school, vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent electrical maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of electrical theory, electrical safety practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, continuity testers, and voltage meters.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to work in outdoor rail yard environments and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Ability to pass required railroad safety training and certifications.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
- Journeyman Electrician license, Electrical Apprentice experience, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
- Experience working in transportation, manufacturing, heavy industrial, rail, transit, or maintenance environments.
- Experience troubleshooting low-voltage DC systems, battery systems, communications equipment, and auxiliary electrical systems.
- Familiarity with electromechanical equipment and control systems.
- Knowledge of HVAC electrical controls, door systems, passenger systems, or vehicle electrical systems.
- Experience with rail equipment, rolling stock, heavy machinery, or industrial maintenance.
- Understanding of pneumatic and brake system interfaces with electrical controls.
Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
- Competitive Pay (plus Profit Sharing potential)
- Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
- 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
- Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)
- Paid training / Career development
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Referral bonus program
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical maintenance technician jobs across Texas.
- Texas Electrical Contractor License or TDLR-recognized journeyman electrician license required
- Proven experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial control systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Experience maintaining motors, drives, transformers, and high-voltage electrical equipment
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Associate degree or completion of a formal electrical apprenticeship program preferred
Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical maintenance technician in Texas?
The most direct path in Texas is completing a licensed electrical apprenticeship through a program registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, known as TDLR, which oversees electrical licensing in the state. Candidates typically pursue a journeyman electrician license through TDLR after logging required hours and passing the state exam. An associate degree in industrial technology or electronics from a Texas community college, such as Houston Community College or San Antonio College, also strengthens candidacy considerably.
How much do electrical maintenance technicians make in Texas?
Electrical maintenance technicians in Texas earn a median of about $74,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,560 for the lowest 10% to over $109,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical maintenance technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring electrical maintenance technicians in Texas right now include Learntastic, L3Harris, and CMC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's heavy concentration of petrochemical plants, refineries, and aerospace manufacturing facilities means demand from large industrial operators remains consistent throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most electrical maintenance technician jobs?
Houston, Waco, and Austin have the most electrical maintenance technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of refineries, chemical plants, and energy infrastructure along the Gulf Coast, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws hiring from large manufacturing campuses and aerospace contractors, and San Antonio's military installations and growing industrial base anchor steady demand in that market.
Are there remote electrical maintenance technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment, so most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of electrical maintenance technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in technical support, controls engineering consulting, or remote monitoring roles rather than traditional maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a electrical maintenance technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an apprentice electrician or maintenance helper role, which large Texas industrial employers and electrical contractors hire for without requiring prior experience. Companies in Houston's petrochemical corridor and the Dallas manufacturing corridor routinely bring on apprentice-level candidates through TDLR-registered apprenticeship programs. Earning a TDLR apprentice electrician registration, completing courses at a Texas community college, and building familiarity with basic PLC software gives candidates a clear edge over other applicants.
Where can I find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings below by city or keyword, find roles that fit your experience and credentials, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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