Apprentice Electrician - Maintenance - 2026-2027 School Year
Tomball ISD
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Job Description
Primary Purpose
Assist Journeyman Electricians in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment throughout district facilities. Perform electrical work under the supervision of a licensed or qualified electrician while developing the skills and knowledge necessary to become a Journeyman Electrician.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Valid Texas Driver's License (or ability to obtain)
- Registered Texas Electrical Apprentice preferred or ability to obtain registration within a specified timeframe.
Minimum Experience:
Previous experience in construction, maintenance, or electrical work preferred, but not required.
Special Knowledge and Skills:
- Basic knowledge of electrical principles and electrical safety practices.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
- Ability to read and follow blueprints, diagrams, work orders, and written instructions.
- Ability to learn electrical codes, district standards, and maintenance procedures.
- Ability to work independently with guidance and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, lighting, outlets, switches, breakers, panels, and related equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems throughout district facilities.
- Replace lamps, ballasts, drivers, switches, receptacles, breakers, and other electrical components under supervision.
- Assist with repairs to motors, controls, emergency lighting, and low-voltage electrical systems.
- Install conduit, pull wire, and assist with new electrical installations and remodeling projects.
- Operate electrical testing equipment to assist in diagnosing electrical problems.
- Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
- Complete assigned work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Follow all district safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and applicable electrical codes.
- Respond to emergency electrical service calls as directed.
- Continue developing trade knowledge through on-the-job training and required educational opportunities.
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, and a willingness to perform other duties as assigned by the Electrical Supervisor.
Equipment Used
Hand tools, power tools, multimeters, voltage testers, conduit benders, ladders, aerial lifts, trenching equipment, wire pullers, generators, and standard maintenance equipment.
Working Conditions
Physical Demands:
- Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing over 50 pounds.
- Frequent work from ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, and aerial lifts.
- Responsibilities of the position may require irregular work hours.
Environment:
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Exposure to heat, cold, dust, electrical equipment, energized circuits, confined spaces, elevated work areas, and moving mechanical equipment.
- Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $19.58 Per Hour
Reports To: Electrical Supervisor
Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026
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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