Electrician

Catapult Federal Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Local Dallas-area projects

Long-term, consistent work

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services seeks a skilled Commercial/Industrial Electrician to join our Dallas-area project team. You will perform electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on commercial and industrial sites, reading plans and working with foremen and trades to keep projects on schedule.

The role emphasizes clean, code-compliant workmanship and long-term career growth with a contractor known for safety and project stability. On-site, local work in the Dallas area is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; electrical apprenticeship preferred.
• Experience reading blueprints, NEC codes, and electrical drawings is essential.
• Knowledge of conduit bending, wire pulling, and panel/gear installation required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on commercial and industrial job sites.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Run conduit, pull and terminate wire, and install panels, switchgear, and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform diagnostic testing as needed.
• Ensure all work complies with NEC codes and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Coordinate with foremen and project managers to meet project timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site at all times.
• Communicate progress and any field issues to site leadership.

Skills

Blueprints

Conduit bending

Wire pulling

Panel installation

NEC knowledge

Safety focus

Reliable transport

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Commercial/Industrial Electrician

Skilled Trades

Dallas, TX Contract To Hire Aug 18, 2026

Commercial/Industrial Electrician

Department: Electrical / Field Operations

Location: Dallas, TX — Fully On-Site

Role Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established electrical contractor serving the commercial and industrial construction sectors across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With a strong track record on ground-up builds, tenant finish-outs, and industrial facility projects, the company has built a reputation for quality workmanship, safety-first practices, and on-time project delivery. They partner with general contractors, developers, and facility owners across a range of industries, and pride themselves on investing in their crews' long-term growth and stability.

Job Description

We're looking for a skilled Commercial/Industrial Electrician to join an active project team in the Dallas area. In this role, you'll perform electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting work on commercial and industrial job sites, working alongside foremen, project managers, and fellow tradesmen to keep projects moving safely and on schedule. Day-to-day work includes running conduit, pulling wire, installing panels and gear, and reading plans to execute scope accurately. This is a great opportunity for an electrician who takes pride in clean, code-compliant work and wants to build a career with a contractor that has consistent, long-term project volume — no per diem, as all work is local to the Dallas area.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on commercial and industrial job sites
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings
• Run conduit, pull and terminate wire, and install panels, switchgear, and fixtures
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform diagnostic testing as needed
• Ensure all work complies with NEC codes and local jurisdiction requirements
• Coordinate with foremen and project managers to meet project timelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site at all times
• Communicate progress and any field issues to site leadership

Required Experience/Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of commercial and/or industrial electrical experience
• Working knowledge of NEC codes and local electrical requirements
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and specs
• Experience with conduit bending, wire pulling, and panel/gear installation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Reliable transportation and own hand tools

Nice-to-Haves

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license
• OSHA 10/30 certification
• Experience on industrial or data center projects
• Prior experience with a commercial electrical contractor

Education

High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program preferred.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health benefits available
• Local Dallas-area projects — no per diem/travel required
• Opportunity for long-term, consistent work

Keywords

Electrician | Commercial Electrician | Industrial Electrician | Dallas TX | Journeyman Electrician | Electrical Installation | NEC | Conduit | Construction | Skilled Trades