Electrical Service Technician

Core Electrical Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full time position

Health, dental, life and vision

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid time off

Six Paid Holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Core Electrical Group specializes in mission critical, healthcare, datacenter, and education electrical projects in the San Antonio area. The Electrical Service Technician will respond to service tickets, troubleshoot, repair, and test electrical systems on site, ensuring safety and quality while minimizing downtime.

The role requires a Texas license and OSHA 30, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The company values safe practices, timely service, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess a Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician license and keep it current.
• OSHA 30 certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record.
• Be able to pass drug and background checks.
• Solid knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.
• Proficient with basic computer software.
• Ability to multitask while staying organized.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service tickets and repair electrical systems promptly.
• Minimize downtime while maintaining high-quality work.
• Communicate repair timelines to stakeholders.
• Test and assess new systems and repairs for quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and perform lasting repairs.
• Log services and report progress to management.
• Coordinate with project team to minimize material waste.
• Review drawings, follow diagrams, and ensure proper wiring before walls.
• Maintain clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Customer service

Independent work

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician license

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Computer knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Service Technician

Company: Core Electrical Group

We specialize in mission critical, medium-and low-voltage projects, health care, datacenters, K-12, higher education, county/city, and federal projects. We are proud to have installed a wide variety of commercial electrical construction projects in the San Antonio and surrounding areas. With a commitment to quality and innovation, we provide customized solutions to meet the diverse power generation needs of our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to all service tickets in a timely manner and efficiently repair electrical systems
• Work rapidly without compromising quality in order to minimize down times
• Communicate estimated timelines for repairs to those impacted
• Conduct tests and assessments of new systems and repairs to ensure quality
• Commit to compliance of all safety standards and regulations at all times
• Troubleshoot all problems effectively, performing quality, lasting repairs
• Log all services and report progress to management
• Always seek the solution that is most cost effective without compromising quality
• Assess systems and suggest modifications to prevent future issues
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring.
• Review electrical engineering drawings and refer issues requiring changes.
• Coordinate with General Electrical Superintendent and project manager.
• Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications, safety codes and local electrical codes.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
• Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels; installs Buss, Busbar, electrical feeders, power systems and/or switchgear.
• Coordinate work with Purchasing to ensure that requested material is expedited and received as needed for the construction of project. Minimize purchasing of materials. Plan ahead.
• Ensure all installations meet quality and electrical code standards.
• Make daily, weekly schedules for proper manpower utilization.
• Coordinate production and attend meetings with other trades and the general contractor to identify and resolve any conflicts
• Identify potential discrepancies (change orders) in the drawings and relay the information clearly to management.
• Ability to attend, represent Core Electrical Group and be involved in general contractor scheduling meetings.
• Assist Project Manager prepare construction schedules.
• Complete basic paperwork (i.e., foreman logs, performance evaluations, purchase order logs, time cards, etc.) in a timely manner and as required by CEG.
• Repairs faulty equipment or systems.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Obtain, organize, and manage materials effectively and develop as built documentation.
• Maintain a current, up to date set of as-built drawings for billing and close-out purposes.
• Establish expectations and motivates crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
• Abides by Core electric Group (CEG) safety policy.
• Abides by site / project safety policy.
• Assist in enforcing CEG safety policy.
• Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.

Requirements and qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• MUST have current State of Texas Issued Journeyman or Master Electrician's License. MUST be kept current.
• OSHA 30 certification
• Must possess valid driver's license AND have a clean motor vehicle record
• Must be able to pass drug and background check.
• Solid working knowledge of all electrical industry standards and codes.
• Computer knowledge.
• Ability to multitask while staying organized
• Outstanding problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Positive customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to mentor in a positive way.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Full time position
• Health, dental, life and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Six Paid Holidays
• Career development opportunities

Core Electrical Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Why Join Core Electrical Group?

We're building a strong company and positive culture where skilled electricians can do meaningful work. At Core, you'll work on specialized healthcare projects across Greater San Antonio, including cath labs, MRI suites, PET scans, and X-ray rooms in active hospitals. We value quality, professionalism, and people who take pride in their trade. As a growing company, we offer steady work, respectful leadership, and an environment where good people want to stay.