Journeyman Electrician

Young World Physical Education; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Journeyman Electrician in Katy, Texas. This full-time position focuses on maintaining the electrical needs of schools, ensuring all facilities operate efficiently and safely. Responsibilities include performing repairs, ensuring safety regulations, and reporting hazards.

The ideal candidate must have a Texas Operator’s and Electrician Journeyman License, and be ready to respond to emergencies and safety issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Texas Operator’s License.
• Possession of an Electrician Journeyman License is required.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe condition of lighting fixtures and electrical equipment.
• Perform repairs and new jobs as requested.
• Examine facilities for preventive maintenance.

Skills

Texas Operator’s License

Electrician Journeyman License

Emergency response ability

Reading electrical blueprints

Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Climbing ladders and working at heights

Using hand tools and power tools

Comprehending written and verbal English

Job description

Journeyman Electrician

Katy, Texas – Katy Independent School District, Maintenance & Operations

Job Details

• Job ID: 5740870
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full‑Time
• Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Description

Reports To: Maintenance Area Supervisor

Duty Days: 261 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑Exempt

Pay Grade: A07 - 8HR

Date Revised: 07-2023

Qualifications

• Texas Operator’s License
• Electrician Journeyman License
• Ability to respond to emergency situations
• Ability to read electrical blueprints
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb/carry ladders and work at elevated heights
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal English

Primary Purpose

Help maintain the physical school plant electrical needs in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assumes primary responsibility for the safe condition of lighting fixtures, wiring, and electrical equipment, emergency generators owned or operated by the district.
• Performs repairs and/or new jobs as requested on approved work order.
• Recommends when electrical assistance should be obtained.
• Practice all safety regulations related to trade.
• Reports any safety hazards in a building.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and recommend supplies and equipment for purchase.
• Examines district‑owned facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive maintenance and safety.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

Multi‑meter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe benders and threaders; hand and power tools (saw, drills, etc.); trencher, jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around electrical power lines, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent district‑wide travel. Position may be required to work at night.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.