Maintenance Supervisor - Master Electrician
Watchfire
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Job Description
Spectrum has been a trusted name for over 50 years, with installations across a multitude of states. In 2018, Spectrum was acquired by Watchfire, one of the largest and most respected LED display manufacturers in the United States. Together, Spectrum by Watchfire continues to set new standards across K–16 education, municipal, professional sports, and recreational facilities.
The Installation Technician is a key member in the installation department, responsible for delivering and assembling our products for customers. A Maintenance Supervisor- Master Electrician reports directly to the Manufacturing/ Service Manager in Houston and is responsible for leading all maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility equipment and building systems. This is an advanced skill level position that requires an individual who demonstrates proficiency in all areas of maintenance operations, proven competence in managing complex electrical projects, and extensive knowledge of safety regulations and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, time management, organizational skills, and self-motivation are key elements to this role while operating independently on a day-to-day basis.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and structural components
- Respond to equipment failure and emergency maintenance to minimize downtime
- Maintain interior and exterior areas including offices, shop floor, and warehouse
- Coordinate facility upgrades, installations, or repairs with contractors and venders
- Plan, prioritize, and maintain the maintenance scheduler to ensure timely completion of submitted tickets
- Manage maintenance work orders and maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities
- Manage maintenance inventory
- Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety policies.
- Serve as the Master Electrician and ensure all electrical work complies with applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
- Diagnose electrical issues impacting operations
- Supervise and coordinate the task of supporting staff members
Required Qualifications/Skills
- 5 years of facility or industrial maintenance
- Strong background in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems
- Ability to perform hands-on maintenance work across multiple facility systems
- Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Experience with work order scheduling systems and preventative maintenance
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Required Education and Licensing
- High School diploma or GED required
- Master Electrician or Master Sign Electrician
- Valid Driver's license
Watchfire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
Legal authorization required to work in the US. We will not consider candidates who need sponsorship, now or in the future, to be legally employed in the US. No H1B, OPT, CPT or other "temporary work authorization" candidates will be considered.
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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