Lead Electrical & Maintenance Supervisor

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Lamesa (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of Criminal Justice is seeking a maintenance supervisor with electrical and construction experience to lead projects, supervise inmate crews, and ensure safety and code compliance across facilities.

The role requires organizing resources, reading blueprints, and coordinating with multiple departments while maintaining security and records. Travel applies for site visits and project duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; electrical experience preferred.
• Two years of paid electrician experience in maintenance, construction, or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, codes, safety rules, and regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make sound decisions; meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and participates in electrical, general maintenance, and construction projects.
• Schedules and assigns preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance work.
• Inspects completed work for safety, accuracy, and standards.
• Coordinates projects with staff across departments to optimize resources.
• Estimates labor, materials, supplies, and equipment for each project.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on maintenance and repair work.
• Trains and supervises inmate workers on maintenance and construction tasks.
• Ensures adherence to electrical codes, safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Helps maintain security and accountability of inmates.
• Reads and interprets electrical blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• Operates tools, machinery, and equipment related to the work.

Skills

Electrical understanding

Troubleshooting

Project planning

Communication

Independent work

Security awareness

Inmate supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/technical electrical training

Job description

Texas Department of Criminal Justice is seeking a maintenance supervisor with electrical and construction experience to lead projects, supervise inmate crews, and ensure safety and code compliance across facilities.

The role requires organizing resources, reading blueprints, and coordinating with multiple departments while maintaining security and records. Travel applies for site visits and project duties.