Industrial Electrician Jobs in Texas

Industrial Electrician jobs in Texas concentrate heavily in petrochemical refining, oil and gas processing, and large-scale manufacturing, making the state one of the most active markets in the country for this trade at every level from journeyman to lead. The densest hiring runs through Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Beaumont, where major operators like ExxonMobil, Dow, and Fluor maintain deep and ongoing electrical workforces. High-voltage experience, PLC troubleshooting, and industrial instrumentation are the specialties drawing the most consistent demand across Texas facilities. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top employerPanelmatic
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring25
Work type100% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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All Systems Electrical
Journeyman Electrician — Industrial Controls Installations
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Journeyman Electrician — Industrial Controls Installations
All Systems Electrical
Fort Worth, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$35 - $55/hr
51-200

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Pratt Industries
Industrial Electrician
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Industrial Electrician
Pratt Industries
Fort Worth, Texas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Austin Industrial
Electrician (Houston, TX) - Austin Industrial
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Austin Industrial
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Electrician (Houston, TX) - Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial
Houston, Texas
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
NCCER Certification
1,001-5,000

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USG
Industrial Electrician - Sweetwater
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Industrial Electrician - Sweetwater
USG
Sweetwater, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$34.50/hr

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Industrial Journeyman Electrician
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Industrial Journeyman Electrician
ReadyFlo Systems, LLC
Brownsville, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades

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Industrial Electrician Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
8 jobs
Fort Worth
4 jobs
Pasadena
2 jobs
Brownsville
2 jobs
Alvin
1 job
Sealy
1 job
Austin
1 job
Borger
1 job
Burnet
1 job

Industrial Electrician Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Panelmatic
Panelmatic4 open roles
Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial4 open roles
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CEC ENERGY2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in industrial electrician jobs across Texas.

  • Active Texas Electrical Contractor License or Journeyman Electrician License recognized by TDLR
  • Three or more years of industrial electrical experience in manufacturing or processing environments
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting single-line diagrams, schematics, and electrical blueprints
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, motor control centers, and variable frequency drives
  • Ability to work in hazardous classified locations meeting NEC standards and OSHA 70E requirements
  • Valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Industrial Electrician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a industrial electrician in Texas?

To work as an industrial electrician in Texas, you need a license issued or recognized by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, which oversees electrical licensing statewide. Most candidates start with a four-year apprenticeship through a union program or employer, then sit for the Journeyman Electrician exam administered by TDLR. A passing score and documented field hours are required to receive your license before working independently on industrial sites.

Which companies hire industrial electricians in Texas?

Employers hiring industrial electricians in Texas right now include Panelmatic, Austin Industrial, and CEC ENERGY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants, refineries, and large manufacturing facilities means demand is spread across both major energy companies and the electrical contractors that service them year-round.

Which Texas cities have the most industrial electrician jobs?

Houston, Fort Worth, and Pasadena hold the most industrial electrician openings in Texas right now. Houston leads because of the Gulf Coast petrochemical corridor and the refineries concentrated along the Ship Channel, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from large manufacturing campuses and industrial distribution infrastructure, and Beaumont and the surrounding Southeast Texas region remains one of the densest refinery employment zones in the country.

Are there remote industrial electrician jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Industrial electrician work is almost entirely hands-on and site-specific, so most roles require a physical presence at a plant, facility, or job site. About 0% of industrial electrician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and the positions that carry any remote component tend to be senior roles with planning, estimating, or project coordination responsibilities rather than direct electrical work.

How can I get hired as a industrial electrician in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a registered apprenticeship, and Texas has strong programs through IBEW local chapters in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio that accept applicants with no prior electrical experience. Large contractors like Turner Industries and Wesco also run structured apprentice hiring pipelines for their Gulf Coast operations. Candidates coming from adjacent trades such as instrumentation tech or industrial maintenance helper are routinely considered, and completing your TDLR electrical apprentice registration gives you a meaningful edge over unregistered applicants when applying to entry-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to industrial electrician jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to industrial electrician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.

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