What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Electrician position at Southland Industries?
Job Description
Position Summary
The Journeyman Service Electrician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems, conductors, and related equipment in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. This role diagnoses electrical issues, performs preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensures systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. The Journeyman Service Electrician delivers reliable, cost-effective solutions while supporting customer operations and safety expectations.
Position Details
As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Position Summary
The Journeyman Service Electrician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems, conductors, and related equipment in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. This role diagnoses electrical issues, performs preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensures systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. The Journeyman Service Electrician delivers reliable, cost-effective solutions while supporting customer operations and safety expectations.
Position Details
- Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.
- Install, remove, maintain, and repair electrical systems and related equipment.
- Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using measuring devices, hand tools threaders, and hand or mechanical benders.
- Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems and equipment.
- Operate any hand tools and equipment necessary to perform all associated tasks.
- Understand and instruct assigned helpers in the safe operation of tools and equipment, electrical principles, and applicable codes.
- Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.
- Mentor/train assisting apprentices.
- Perform all work within the confines of Southland's safety rules and regulations.
- Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.
- High school degree (or GED); successful completion of 5-year electrical apprenticeship program preferred
- Active Texas Journeyman Electrical license
- OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
- Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record
- Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams
- Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting, and making repairs on electrical systems
- Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
- Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
- Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
- Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests
- Must be available to be on stand-by and work intermittently during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.
- Commercial Service Experience, Journeyman License Electrical
As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
- Wellness resources and employee support programs
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).