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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Journeyman Electrician
Location: Itasca, TX
Contract : 1099
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Journeyman Electrician to support industrial electrical installation, equipment relocation, maintenance, and commissioning projects. The role involves installing conduit systems, routing and terminating electrical wiring, and connecting industrial equipment while following electrical drawings, project specifications, and job-site safety standards.
The company provides a broad range of industrial services, including equipment installation and relocation, cut-to-length operations, certified rigging, precision alignment, maintenance and retrofitting, engineering and design, excavation and concrete work, welding and fabrication, and advanced 3D laser scanning and modeling.
Candidates should have hands-on industrial electrical experience, strong conduit installation skills, and the flexibility to travel to project sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Bend, install, and route EMT, rigid metal, and PVC conduit.
- Pull, route, and terminate electrical wiring and heavy-duty power cables.
- Install conduit supports, cable trays, and related electrical components.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, and installation instructions.
- Assist with electrical connections for industrial machinery, motors, and control panels.
- Coordinate with other trades to ensure safe and efficient project completion.
- Follow job-site safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Travel to project locations as required.
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with industrial electrical installations.
- Strong knowledge of conduit bending, routing, and installation.
- Experience pulling, routing, and terminating electrical wires and heavy power cables.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and installation plans.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with other trades.
- Willingness and ability to travel to project sites.
- Journeyman Electrician license preferred but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cable tray installation.
- Familiarity with industrial machinery, motors, and control panel connections.
- Experience supporting industrial equipment installation, maintenance, or relocation projects.
Pay: $34.05 - $39.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Bend, run, and install EMT
- rigid metal, and PVC conduit
- industrial electrical installations
Work Location: In person
Journeyman Electrician
Location: Itasca, TX
Contract : 1099
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Journeyman Electrician to support industrial electrical installation, equipment relocation, maintenance, and commissioning projects. The role involves installing conduit systems, routing and terminating electrical wiring, and connecting industrial equipment while following electrical drawings, project specifications, and job-site safety standards.
The company provides a broad range of industrial services, including equipment installation and relocation, cut-to-length operations, certified rigging, precision alignment, maintenance and retrofitting, engineering and design, excavation and concrete work, welding and fabrication, and advanced 3D laser scanning and modeling.
Candidates should have hands-on industrial electrical experience, strong conduit installation skills, and the flexibility to travel to project sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Bend, install, and route EMT, rigid metal, and PVC conduit.
- Pull, route, and terminate electrical wiring and heavy-duty power cables.
- Install conduit supports, cable trays, and related electrical components.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, and installation instructions.
- Assist with electrical connections for industrial machinery, motors, and control panels.
- Coordinate with other trades to ensure safe and efficient project completion.
- Follow job-site safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Travel to project locations as required.
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with industrial electrical installations.
- Strong knowledge of conduit bending, routing, and installation.
- Experience pulling, routing, and terminating electrical wires and heavy power cables.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and installation plans.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with other trades.
- Willingness and ability to travel to project sites.
- Journeyman Electrician license preferred but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cable tray installation.
- Familiarity with industrial machinery, motors, and control panel connections.
- Experience supporting industrial equipment installation, maintenance, or relocation projects.
Pay: $34.05 - $39.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Bend, run, and install EMT
- rigid metal, and PVC conduit
- industrial electrical installations
Work Location: In person
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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, Ausitn Industrial, and CEC ENERGY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Austin, 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 November 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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