Electrician

Texas Biomedical Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join our Facilities team. The successful candidate will maintain electrical distribution systems and repair electrical systems across the campus.

The ideal candidate brings a minimum of six years’ trade experience, a valid electrical journeyman license, and the ability to read blueprints and follow NEC regulations. A driver’s license is required and a standard Monday–Friday schedule with an on-call rotation is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6 years trade experience.
• Electrical journeyman’s license required.
• Thirty semester hours of college in electrical trades preferred (six in algebra).
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Repairs or replaces motors, generators, fans, lamps, ballasts and major equipment components.
• Plan, lay out, install and repair conduit, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment.
• Conform to City of San Antonio codes and NEC for installations or repairs.
• Test electrical systems and circuits using meg-ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters; record results.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, including control sequences, to install power per the plans.

Skills

Blueprint reading

NEC knowledge

Conduit installation

On-call readiness

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

30 semester hours college electrical trades

Electrical journeyman license

6 semester hours college algebra preferred

Tools

Megohmmeters

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Job description

Description

Texas Biomed is searching for an Journeyman Electrician to join our Facilities team. The successful candidate will maintain electrical distribution systems and repairs electrical systems throughout the facility.

The Role:

• Repairs or replaces such items as motors, generators, fans, blowers, lamps, ballasts and components of major equipment.
• Responsible for the planning, lay out, installation and repair of conduit, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment.
• Conforms to the City of San Antonio and the National Electric Code (NEC), when performing assigned electrical installations or repairs.
• Tests electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as mega ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters, voltage and ammeter recording to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Reads and understands electrical blueprints, to include control sequences and can install power per the blueprints.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6 years trade experience.
• Electrical journeyman’s license required.
• Thirty semester hours of college with course work in the electrical trades preferred. Six semester hours of college algebra definite plus.
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards.
• Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating on call schedule 24/7.

Who We Are:

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You:

• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year’s).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)—the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity! Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.