Journeyman Electrician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rockdale (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is partnering with a large industrial facility in Rockdale, TX to hire an Apprentice or Journeyman Electrician for a long-term night shift. This is a non-traveling, on-site role ideal for skilled electricians seeking stability, competitive pay, and consistent scheduling in an industrial environment.

The position features 7 nights on/7 nights off with 12-hour night shifts (Wednesday-Tuesday rotation) and an average of 36–50 hours per week, with

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level electrical experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional electrical experience.
• Industrial or manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) experience strongly preferred.
• Electrical license preferred.
• Associate degree in an applicable field considered.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems.
• Work with lighting systems, motor controls, control panels, and PLC systems.
• Perform electrical testing using voltmeters, ammeters, thermal scanners, and other diagnostic tools.
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, wiring, and conduit installations.
• Perform high-voltage terminations and system repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and service manuals.
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and local regulations.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Direct and assist other electrical workers as needed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and accurate work documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and site policies.

Skills

Journeyman electrical experience

7 years experience

Industrial environment experience

PLC experience

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in an applicable field

Job description

Express Employment Professionals has partnered with a large, well-established industrial facility in Rockdale, TX to find an Apprentice or Journeyman Electrician for a long-term night shift position. This is a non-traveling, on-site role ideal for skilled electricians seeking stability, competitive pay, and consistent scheduling in an industrial environment.

Schedule

• 7 nights on / 7 nights off
• 12-hour night shifts (Wednesday-Tuesday rotation)
• Average 36-50 hours per week, with overtime opportunities

Pay Rate

$30.00 - $37.00 per hour, depending on experience

What You'll Do

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems
• Work with lighting systems, motor controls, control panels, and PLC systems
• Perform electrical testing using voltmeters, ammeters, thermal scanners, and other diagnostic tools
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, wiring, and conduit installations
• Perform high-voltage terminations and system repairs
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and service manuals
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and local regulations
• Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections
• Direct and assist other electrical workers as needed
• Maintain tools, equipment, and accurate work documentation
• Follow all safety procedures and site policies

Physical & Technical Requirements

• Ability to work on elevated surfaces (ladders and scaffolding)
• Lift and move heavy objects
• Distinguish wire colors
• Use hand and power tools effectivelyStrong troubleshooting and communication skills
• Ability to work independently on night shift

Requirements

• Journeyman-level electrical experience required
• Minimum of 7 years of professional electrical experience
• Industrial or manufacturing environment experience preferred
• PLC (Programmable Logic Control) experience strongly preferred
• Electrical license preferred
• Associate degree in an applicable field considered