Industrial Journeyman Electrician — PLCs & 480V Power

Kids for the Future; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

GLX Technologies is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for our West Texas - Pecos operations. This fast-paced role requires installing and maintaining electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation, with 50–60 hours per week and a 2:1 rotation or Monday–Friday schedule preferred.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years of industrial experience, strong knowledge of NEC/OSHA standards, and the ability to read schematics and work under varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in industrial electrical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, and instrumentation.
• Experience with 480V systems, 3-phase power, and control circuits.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA electrical safety standards.
• Competence with Lock Out/Tag Out/Try Out processes.
• Ability to use electrical testing tools and equipment.
• Prior experience supervising crews or working with subcontractors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical circuits and equipment, including panels, switches, protective devices, conduits, transformers, and motors.
• Install and maintain PLCs, 120V control circuits, 480V power, and electronic controls using electrical drawings and test instruments (e.g., ammeter, voltmeter).
• Fabricate, install, and run conduit; perform 3-phase work, motor terminations, control/instrument troubleshooting, and panel wiring.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, feeders, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Test and install electrical motors, generators, and pneumatic control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and industrial equipment, including motors, starters, relays, solid‑state circuitry, AC/DC drives, and PLCs.
• Interpret and work from schematics, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and code specifications.
• Test electrical/electronic components for continuity, resistance, voltage, and current.
• Calibrate and maintain industrial instrumentation and related devices.
• Operate mobile equipment (forklift, man lift, trencher) safely and in compliance with facility guidelines.
• Apply Lock Out/Tag Out/Try Out procedures to ensure safe work environments.
• Supervise and lead crews and, on occasion, oversee contractors.
• Collaborate with other personnel to resolve interdisciplinary issues beyond electrical and automation scope.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC controls

Electrical schematics

Safety compliance

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

GLX Technologies is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for our West Texas - Pecos operations. This fast-paced role requires installing and maintaining electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation, with 50–60 hours per week and a 2:1 rotation or Monday–Friday schedule preferred.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years of industrial experience, strong knowledge of NEC/OSHA standards, and the ability to read schematics and work under varied weather conditions.