Journeyman Electrician

Southern Home Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical services seeks a Service Electrician in Austin, Texas. The role involves troubleshooting, installing, and repairing residential electrical systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Join a team that values work-life balance and offers a rewarding career path with great benefits.

Benefits

Reliable, Year-Round Work

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Company Matched 401K

Company provided vehicle

Bonus Potential

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of electrical experience, preferably residential.
• Valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Installing and maintaining electrical systems.
• Communicating effectively with customers.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical Tools

Job description

Description

Southern Home Services is a residential HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical company that acquires, owns, and operates businesses around the United States. We are seeking business leaders to join our growing team and become an integral part of our company's future.

Are you ready to be Part of Something BIGGER!

Fox service Company, a Southern Home Services Company, is looking for a dynamic-Service Electrician to join a thriving business that believes in work life balance and cares about YOU!

About this role:

We are looking for a Service Electrician to handle a variety of residential electrical tasks. In this role, you will troubleshoot, install, and repair electrical systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards and codes. You will diagnose issues, perform necessary repairs or replacements, and communicate effectively with homeowners to explain problems and solutions. Strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide exceptional customer service are key to succeeding in this position.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Performing residential service work by diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical systems, identifying issues, and executing repairs to restore functionality.
• Installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, including wiring, outlets, switches, and circuit breakers, to ensure reliable operation.
• Effectively communicating with customers to explain electrical problems, present repair or replacement options, and provide clear recommendations based on their needs.
• Handling physical demands of the job, such as pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, crawling into tight spaces, and lifting heavy objects safely.
• Performing basic wiring tasks, including installing disconnects, whips, branch circuits, breakers, and other electrical accessories, ensuring proper connections and functionality.
• Utilizing a thorough knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials commonly used in the electrical trade, including their proper handling and maintenance.
• Applying knowledge of electrical codes and regulations to ensure all work is compliant with local, state, and national standards, and to maintain safety on the job site.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A positive attitude and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity as a collaborative team player.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills to address and resolve electrical issues.
• A valid driver’s license with a least 3 years of driving experience
• Over 2 years of electrical experience, preferably with a focus on residential projects.
• The physical ability to lift to 50 lbs. as required by the job

The physical requirements of this job include:

• Lifting 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Climbing ladders, accessing attics, navigating tight spaces, driving, entering crawlspaces, pushing, carrying, pulling, using hand tools, and performing fine detail work.
• Ability to drive.
• Working in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, attics, crawlspaces.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone.
• Use hands to handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
• The work requires regular exposure to extreme temperatures both indoors and outdoors, such as heat or cold, and adverse weather conditions such as wind, rain, ice or snow.

Southern Home Services will make reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits:

We offer a rewarding career path with great benefits, flexible schedules, professional and on-the-job training, and growth plans. Be a part of the team our customers call the finest in the industry.

• Reliable, Year-Round Work
• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Matched 401K
• Company provided vehicle
• Bonus Potential

Southern Home Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. The policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.