Journeyman Electrician

Dallas College; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 29,799 - 42,441; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College’s Facilities Management Department seeks a skilled Journeyman Electrician to perform advanced electrical trades across campuses in Dallas County. The role covers installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of power distribution, lighting, panels, and related systems, ensuring safe, compliant operations.

You will read prints, use digital meters, and collaborate with facilities teams to deliver reliable infrastructure for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed Journeyman Electrician with five years of related experience.
• Official license/certification required; ability to work extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality electrical work across Dallas College locations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues at multiple campuses.
• Install circuits, lighting, panels, feeders, and rough-ins.
• Maintain inventory and prepare requisitions for electrical supplies.
• Estimate time and material costs on electrical projects.
• Collaborate with facilities staff to deliver safe buildings.

Skills

Electrical codes

Safe work practices

Troubleshooting

Voltage measurement

Mentoring

Reading prints

Diagnostics

Communication

Attention to detail

Critical infrastructure security

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Official license/certification

Tools

Digital multimeters

Voltmeters

Conduit benders

Electrical hand drills

Job description

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

N06-PT

Hourly Rate

$26.22 Hourly

FLSA

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

This position is an on-site role.

Position Summary

TheDallas CollegeFacilitiesManagementDepartment supports the facility needs forDallas Collegewhile providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of theCollege's physical assets.The Facilities Management Department is responsible forapproximately 5,000,000 sq.ft.of physical space and over 1400 acres of land, located across multiple locations in Dallas County.The position ofJourneymanElectrician supports that effort through the performance of advanced skilled craftwork in the electrical trade.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to maintain, repair, test, troubleshoot, install, and connect power supply at the assigned campus facility. Knowledge of local electrical codes and best practices.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, ability to work at heights and confined spaces per OSHA regulations and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to maintain a desired level of quality in assigned work, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery or production.
• Working knowledge of the location of all power sources at the campuses.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues.
• Ability to identify voltage levels with the use of digital multi-meters.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain productive working relationships and the ability to coach and mentor teammates.
• Ability to read and install electrical components from prints, design and modify existing systems.
• Ability to maintain instrument calibration and data.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions under the pressure of continuing production.
• Ability to use electrical hand power drills, saws, conduit benders, voltmeters, etc.
• Ability to read and understand plant electrical power distribution online diagram, make repairs and understand terminology for high voltage systems.
• Ability to utilize computer technology in order to operate and manage computer based electrical systems.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with high attention to detail.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written and provide exceptional customer service to individuals within Dallas College.
• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending over,stooping, twisting, talking, hearing, climbing ladders, using stairs, reaching overhead, crouching,kneeling,or crawling. Pushing or pulling 10-50lbs., lifting 10-80lbs., carrying 10-50lbs., repetitive use of arms and legs, driving, balancing, manual dexterity-fine manipulation or grasping.May require working in adverse weather conditions.Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients, partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, Licensed Journeyman Electrician plus five (5) years of related experience.
• Official license/certification will be required.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 am to 5:00 pm workday including nights and weekends.
• Current and valid Texas driver's license required for offsite travel.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures the highest quality ofElectrical work across all Dallas College locations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Electrical issues at multiple locations of Dallas College.
• Install electrical circuits, lighting, distribution panels, feeder cables, rough-ins and trim outs, etc.
• Maintain inventory of electrical supplies and may prepare requisitions.
• Estimate time and material costs on electrical projects.
• Works with otherfacilities teammatesto ensure the highest level of customer service and provides safe and healthy buildings for Dallas College students, faculty, and staff.
• Assist other facilities management teams as required.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures; report any safety hazards.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performsotherdutiesasassigned.
• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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Applications Deadline

August 21, 2026