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Texas is one of the most active states for electrical technician visa sponsorship, driven by major energy companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron Phillips Chemical, and Oncor Electric Delivery, alongside a booming semiconductor and defense sector. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio lead in open roles, with consistent demand across oil and gas, utilities, and advanced manufacturing facilities.
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Job Title: Electrical Technician (assembly/wiring)
Pay Rate: $35/Hr.
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Houston, TX
Shift: 6 AM to 6:30 PM (12 Hours a Day, 60 Hours a Week)
This position is for the Power/Energy division. We are looking for an Electrical Technician. As an Electrical Technician, you begin the day with a project briefing to review goals, priorities, and safety protocols related to gas turbines and compressor package assembly. Your workday includes interpreting electrical drawings, preparing materials, verifying component quality, and assembling and wiring electrical systems. You’ll work hands-on with both electrical and mechanical components, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, accurately, and in alignment with production standards.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret and apply electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings (English and metric).
- Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical equipment, including control panels, conduit systems, cable trays, and wire terminations.
- Perform electrical work on rotating equipment packages, including gas turbines and compressors.
- Identify, understand, and work with components such as:
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Fire & Gas systems
- Generator control systems
- Vibration monitoring instrumentation
- Apply and follow the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Electrical Code (IEC), and associated standards for hazardous and intrinsically safe areas.
- Operate and maintain hand tools, air-powered tools, torque wrenches, measuring devices, and shop machinery necessary for electrical assembly.
- Document and chart test results according to production standards and turbine engine assembly procedures.
- Communicate effectively with Engineers, Quality Control, Parts Department, and management to support smooth workflow.
- Maintain accurate production files, records, and quality documentation.
- Keep work areas clean and organized while adhering to all safety policies, work instructions, and company procedures.
- Work independently or as part of a team, depending on project needs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings. Document and chart test results as required. Operate and use hand tools and shop machines required for production. Understand production wiring techniques and assembly of turbine engines. Understand and recognize electrical parts, components, and their operations.
- Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical and related equipment. Run conduit and perform wire terminations according to drawings. Work with the National Electrical Code. Work with hazardous areas and intrinsically safe areas in conjunction with turbines and associated equipment. Operate and understand Motor Control Centers, Fire and Gas systems, Generator Control, and Vibration.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED, or 10+ years of relevant industrial electrician experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical assembly, wiring of control panels, or rotating equipment manufacturing.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
- Ability to identify and work with electrical components (breakers, disconnects, starters, relays, overloads, timers, etc.).
- Proficiency with wire sizes from 18 AWG up to 1/0 AWG.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools (screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, cutters), air-driven tools, and torque wrenches.
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs on a consistent basis.
- Requires OSHA 10 & Forklift /Scissor Lift certification.
- Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Organized work habits and ability to maintain clean, efficient workspaces.
- Ability to work collaboratively or independently.

Job Title: Electrical Technician (assembly/wiring)
Pay Rate: $35/Hr.
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Houston, TX
Shift: 6 AM to 6:30 PM (12 Hours a Day, 60 Hours a Week)
This position is for the Power/Energy division. We are looking for an Electrical Technician. As an Electrical Technician, you begin the day with a project briefing to review goals, priorities, and safety protocols related to gas turbines and compressor package assembly. Your workday includes interpreting electrical drawings, preparing materials, verifying component quality, and assembling and wiring electrical systems. You’ll work hands-on with both electrical and mechanical components, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, accurately, and in alignment with production standards.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret and apply electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings (English and metric).
- Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical equipment, including control panels, conduit systems, cable trays, and wire terminations.
- Perform electrical work on rotating equipment packages, including gas turbines and compressors.
- Identify, understand, and work with components such as:
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Fire & Gas systems
- Generator control systems
- Vibration monitoring instrumentation
- Apply and follow the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Electrical Code (IEC), and associated standards for hazardous and intrinsically safe areas.
- Operate and maintain hand tools, air-powered tools, torque wrenches, measuring devices, and shop machinery necessary for electrical assembly.
- Document and chart test results according to production standards and turbine engine assembly procedures.
- Communicate effectively with Engineers, Quality Control, Parts Department, and management to support smooth workflow.
- Maintain accurate production files, records, and quality documentation.
- Keep work areas clean and organized while adhering to all safety policies, work instructions, and company procedures.
- Work independently or as part of a team, depending on project needs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings. Document and chart test results as required. Operate and use hand tools and shop machines required for production. Understand production wiring techniques and assembly of turbine engines. Understand and recognize electrical parts, components, and their operations.
- Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical and related equipment. Run conduit and perform wire terminations according to drawings. Work with the National Electrical Code. Work with hazardous areas and intrinsically safe areas in conjunction with turbines and associated equipment. Operate and understand Motor Control Centers, Fire and Gas systems, Generator Control, and Vibration.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED, or 10+ years of relevant industrial electrician experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical assembly, wiring of control panels, or rotating equipment manufacturing.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
- Ability to identify and work with electrical components (breakers, disconnects, starters, relays, overloads, timers, etc.).
- Proficiency with wire sizes from 18 AWG up to 1/0 AWG.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools (screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, cutters), air-driven tools, and torque wrenches.
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs on a consistent basis.
- Requires OSHA 10 & Forklift /Scissor Lift certification.
- Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Organized work habits and ability to maintain clean, efficient workspaces.
- Ability to work collaboratively or independently.
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Which companies sponsor visas for electrical technicians in Texas?
Several large employers in Texas have a documented history of sponsoring work visas for electrical technicians. These include energy companies such as ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Oncor Electric Delivery, as well as defense contractors like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, which have significant Texas operations. Semiconductor and manufacturing facilities in the Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth corridors also regularly file for H-1B and H-2B sponsorships in technical roles.
Which visa types are most common for electrical technician roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the most common pathway for electrical technicians in Texas, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. For roles with a stronger hands-on or trade component, employers sometimes pursue H-2B visas for temporary nonagricultural workers. Canadian and Mexican nationals may also qualify under the TN visa category, which includes engineering technician roles under the USMCA.
Which cities in Texas have the most electrical technician sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads the state due to its concentration of oil and gas infrastructure, petrochemical plants, and utility providers. Dallas-Fort Worth follows closely, driven by telecommunications, defense manufacturing, and corporate campuses that maintain large technical workforces. San Antonio has growing demand tied to its military installations and expanding energy grid projects. Austin's semiconductor and clean energy sectors also generate consistent openings for electrical technicians with sponsorship.
How to find electrical technician visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for visa-sponsored roles, including electrical technician positions in Texas. You can filter by state and job category to surface employers actively open to sponsorship. Because Texas has concentrated demand in energy, defense, and manufacturing, filtering by those industries on Migrate Mate helps narrow results to employers most likely to have sponsored similar roles before.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for electrical technicians seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas's energy sector operates under specific regulatory frameworks, and many employers require familiarity with NERC reliability standards or API electrical codes, which can affect how a role is classified for H-1B specialty occupation purposes. The Texas Gulf Coast industrial corridor and the Permian Basin create concentrated hiring clusters that differ significantly from other states. Employers in these zones tend to have established immigration processes, making them more experienced sponsors than smaller regional firms.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical technician jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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