Journeyman Electrician (E6)

GDC Industrial, Inc.; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

GDC Industrial, Inc. in Tyler, TX is seeking a Senior Journeyman / Lead Electrician (E6) to provide advanced technical leadership and perform skilled electrical work on site.

You will lead small crews, ensure safety and code compliance, and mentor apprentices while coordinating with foremen and project teams to deliver reliable electrical installations.

Qualifications

• Requires 6+ years of progressive electrical trade experience.
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
• State-issued Journeyman Electrician license (where applicable).
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety, NFPA 70E, and LOTO training are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Lead and coordinate daily work for small crews of electricians and apprentices.
• Plan tasks with foreman and project leadership.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Ensure NEC and local code compliance and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Planning

Hands-on supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrician license

OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety

NFPA 70E

LOTO training

Job description

Department: Electrical - Field

City/State: Tyler, Texas

Type: Full Time

Relocation:

Contact Name: Cody Burge

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Date Posted: Sep 3, 2026

Job Description - Lead Electrician(E6)

Pay Range: $30 - $32

Position Summary

The Senior Journeyman / Lead Electrician (E6) provides advanced technicalexpertiseand on-site leadership while performing skilled electrical work. This role leads small crews, supportsforemen, and ensures electrical installations are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes, project specifications, and company standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform complex electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Lead and coordinate daily work activities for small crews of electricians and apprentices
• Plan work tasks in coordination with theforemanand project leadership
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Oversee conduit installation, wire pulling, terminations, and equipment hookups
• Perform testing, inspections, and commissioning activities asrequired
• Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, and project requirements
• Mentor, train, and evaluate apprentice and junior electricians
• Monitor work quality and productivity and address deficiencies promptly
• Identifymaterial needs, design conflicts, and safety concerns and communicate them to supervision
• Participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), permits, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Enforce company and site safety policies
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and required training
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidentsimmediately
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with skill level

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GEDrequired
• State-issued Journeyman Electrician license (where applicable)
• Operational understanding and working knowledge of the current NECcode and industry best practices
• Demonstrated leadership ability and advanced technical competency
• Ability to plan and lead work whileremaininghands-on
• Strong communicationand organizational skills

Required Certifications and Training

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety
• NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety)
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training
• First Aid / CPR (preferred)
• Leadership or supervisory training (preferred)
• Jobsite-specific and equipment-specific training asrequired

Arc FlashAwarenessTraining

Tools & Equipment

• Must provide andmaintaintheir own basic hand tools customary to the electrical trade
• All hand tools must be in safe working condition andcomply withcompany and jobsite safety requirements

Experience

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program
• Typically 6+ years of progressive electrical trade experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work overhead for extended periods
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated work platforms
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, or confined environments
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, FR clothing, and fall protection
• Industrial and commercial construction jobsites
• Exposure to energized electrical systems, moving machinery, and varying weather conditions
• Work hours may include nights, weekends, and overtime asrequired

Supervision

• Works with minimal supervision
• Provides direct guidance and leadership to apprentices and electricians

Safety Expectations

• Lead by example in safe work practices and hazard awareness
• Enforce company and site safety policies and procedures
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions exist
• Demonstrate accountability for crew and personal safety

Successful performance in this role supports advancement to Electrical Foreman (E7) based on leadership capability, safety performance, project execution, and company needs.

1320 N Hillcrest Dr N
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482