Journeyman Electrician

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) seeks a Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems from 120 to 480 volts across the campus. You will install wiring, switchgear, and distribution equipment while reading drawings and coordinating with the Facilities Management team.

Required: Texas Journeyman Electrician license, high school diploma or GED, at least one year of journeyman experience, valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Journeyman Electrician license for Texas required.
• Minimum of 1 year journeyman-level commercial/industrial experience since licensing.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.
• Must be 21 years of age or older to drive for UIW.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, remodel, repair, and operate electrical systems from 120V up to 480V.
• Assemble, install, and repair circuitry, switchgear, and distribution systems; plan wiring layouts.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with Facilities Management and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Electrical codes

Reading drawings

Lock-out/tag-out safety

Team player

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Conduit bending

Forklift operation

Boom lift operation

Job description

Position Summary

The Journeyman Electrician position is responsible for providing journeyman level skills and expertise in the installation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, remodeling, repair, servicing, and operation of the University's electrical systems from 120 volts up to 480 volts. The position assembles, installs, and repairs circuitry, switchgear, distribution systems, and all related components, while planning layout and installs wiring for electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. The Journeyman Electrician is part of Facilities Management Department and reports to Master Electrician Supervisor.

UIW Mission

The Journeyman Electrician position is responsible for providing journeyman level skills and expertise in the installation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, remodeling, repair, servicing, and operation of the University's electrical systems from 120 volts up to 480 volts. The position assembles, installs, and repairs circuitry, switchgear, distribution systems, and all related components, while planning layout and installs wiring for electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. The Journeyman Electrician is part of Facilities Management Department and reports to Master Electrician Supervisor.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with the National Electrical Code and local codes.
• Strong proficiency in the general practices of commercial/industrial electrical trade and safety and standard diagnostic and measuring electrical tools and devices.
• Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Good knowledge of generators, transformers and switch gear.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of lock-out/tag-out program with regards to OSHA 29 CFR 19190.147 control of hazardous equipment.
• Ability to consistently follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to effectively learn and use electronic work order system.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and in group setting.
• Ability to effectively operate a forklift, boom lift, and scissor lift.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Required Work Experience

One (1) year of skilled/journeyman-level commercial/industrial electrical experience since gaining the Journeyman License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of skilled/journeyman-level commercial/industrial electrical experience since gaining the Journeyman License.
• Technical trade school certification in electrical field.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

• Current Journeyman Electrician License issued by the State of Texas. This license must be current at the time of hire and maintained throughout the period of employment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

Work Hours

Monday trough Friday 8 am to 5 pm with flexibility based on departmental needs. However, hours may be adjusted to respond to emergency calls, shift work, overtime, and other university needs.

Physical Demands

• Ability and willingness to utilize/wear Personal Protective Equipment.
• Exposure to variable Texas weather conditions indoor/outdoor and/or physical hazards common to a physical plant and construction environment such as elevated and confined spaces. Works in attics, sub-floors, trenches, machine rooms and other occupational areas.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, plumbing or other hazards including biological and chemical hazards within certain laboratory spaces.
• Hand dexterity to safely and repeatedly use/operative hand tools of the trade.
• Exposure to various mechanical, electrical, laboratories, residence halls, and other university spaces.
• Must have good hearing to hear safety alarms and sirens.
• Must be able to frequently reach overhead, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl, as well as work while climbing and balance on ladders, scaffolding, and building rooftops.
• Ability to effectively work in a boom-lift bucket.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must wear and properly maintain uniforms.

Posting Number: AS2256PO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Staff (non-exempt)

Desired Start Date: 07/01/2026

Reports To: Master Electrician Supervisor

Salary: $52,100 Annualized

Open Date: 05/26/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant: N/A.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).