Journeyman Electrician/Wireman
Yellowstone Local
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Job Description
Yellowstone Local is proud to represent The Perfect Light, an industry leader in outdoor lighting that is now expanding into residential electrical services. If you enjoy solving electrical problems, working directly with homeowners, and being part of a company launching a new service division, this opportunity offers stable work and room to grow your career in Houston.
What's in It for You?
- Annual earnings between $70,000 and $90,000 with additional earnings tied to completed work and performance results
- Full time, year round position with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime hours
- Consistent service calls supported by an established customer base
- Company vehicle provided and stocked with tools and materials for daily work
- iPad and field service software supplied for scheduling and documentation
- Paid training with practical skill development
- Continued education opportunities including support preparing for the Journeyman exam
- Annual pay increases connected to developing skills and strong performance
- Career growth opportunities as the electrical services division expands across Texas
Why You'll Love It Here
- Help build a growing residential electrical service department backed by a trusted brand
- Work with homeowners who already recognize and trust the company
- Team culture focused on safety, craftsmanship, and professional service
- Leadership that provides clear expectations and supports career development
- A stable company with long term plans and steady demand for electrical services
Your New Role
This position is based in Houston, Texas and focuses on providing residential electrical services for homeowners. You will complete installations, repairs, and electrical upgrades while ensuring work meets NEC standards and local electrical codes. The role also supports the development of a growing electrical services team.
- Diagnose and repair residential electrical systems including panels, wiring, outlets, breakers, circuits, and lighting
- Install new electrical components and perform upgrades in residential homes
- Identify electrical issues through troubleshooting and provide safe long term solutions
- Communicate clearly with homeowners to explain findings and available service options
- Maintain a clean and organized work vehicle and jobsite
- Document work orders and invoices using company provided technology such as iPad and service software
- Follow NEC requirements, local electrical codes, and company safety practices
- Coordinate with lighting and sales teams when additional services or inspections are needed
- Support the continued expansion of the electrical services division through strong workmanship and customer service
Hiring Expectations
Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years working in the electrical trade
- Journeyman/Wireman license is required
- Journeyman electrician license preferred
- Experience working with residential wiring, electrical repairs, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of NEC guidelines and electrical safety practices
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 50 to 75 pounds
- Ability to climb ladders and work in tight or enclosed spaces when necessary
- Comfortable using electrical testing tools and power equipment
- Strong communication skills and customer service mindset
- Experience with ServiceTitan is helpful but not required
- Schedule flexibility to support customer service needs
The Perfect Light is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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