Journeyman Electrician - Airfield Lighting (DFW)

About the role

Royal Electric Company is seeking a Certified Journeyman Electrician to support airfield lighting projects at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas, TX, with potential for work on additional airfield lighting projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, efficient installation of electrical work, training, and quality control
• Delegate tasks and train craftworkers, ensuring effective communication regarding work plans and smooth operations
• Support team success and safety through initiative and collaboration
• Perform installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems across commercial, industrial, and residential settings
• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, bend, thread, and install wire and cable systems, conduits, and raceways
• Feed, pull, and terminate wires within control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, transducers, switch gear, receptacles, and switches
• Troubleshoot issues and prepare sketches and schematic diagrams
• Take ownership and anticipate needs while maintaining high workmanship standards

Requirements

• Current and valid Texas Journeyman Certification (include certification number when applying)
• Electrical skills including plan reading, layout, conduit bending, wire pulling, and ability to follow directions
• Proficiency with hand and power tools
• Reliable transportation and own hand tools

Special Considerations

• Airfield runway/runway lighting experience preferred
• Underground experience preferred
• Eligibility for airport badging process required
• Ability to work at surrounding airports required

Required Skills & Abilities

• Install, repair, maintain, and test commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems
• Use industry-related hand tools and power tools
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, and install wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems, and other wire raceway systems
• Splice and terminate wires at junction points
• Prepare sketches and schematic diagrams showing the location of wiring and electrical systems
• Delegate tasks and assist with training other employees
• Communicate effectively with Foremen and crew members
• Adhere to all Royal Electric Company safety procedures and protocols

Safety Requirements

• Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration
• Occasional exposure to extreme conditions including inclement weather, heat and humidity, and dust
• Loud noise levels and regular work near moving mechanical parts
• Outdoor conditions with exposure to weather elements

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking and standing for long periods
• Climbing/working from ladders or stairs, MEWPs to reach elevations
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects up to 75 pounds
• Bending/stooping, twisting, reaching at all levels, squatting, occasional kneeling and crawling
• Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination
• Ability to quickly move arms and legs
• Excellent stamina

10-hour shifts, 6 days a week

Pay

$40.00/Hr - $45.00/Hr (non-exempt role)

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)
• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k)
• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays)
• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly – work related), & Transit
• Pharmacy discounts
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement
• Wellness Resources including telehealth, Health Joy App, peer coach support, CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting, and Employee Assistance Support
• Hearing Aid discount plan
• Laser VisionCare discount plan
• Learning & Development including Safety training, Professional & Leadership Development Training, Skill Development Training, Mentorship Program, On-The-Job & Classroom Training
• Employee Referral Program with incentives