We are seeking two skilled and safety-conscious Journeyman Electricians to join our site team supporting the Rio Grande LNG Project in Brownsville, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining high-demand temporary power distribution systems, heavy equipment, and industrial electrical controls across an active project site.
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We currently have one day-shift and one night-shift opening. This is an immediate, project-based assignment projected through April 2027, offering competitive hourly pay and the potential for contract extension. Local Brownsville-area candidates or professionals able to mobilize immediately are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
Install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot temporary site power distribution networks, switchgear, panels, and transformers.
Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on industrial generators, electric motors, control panels, and heavy construction equipment systems.
Adhere strictly to site safety protocols, OSHA standards, NFPA 70E, and company Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturer specifications to resolve system faults efficiently.
Conduct regular voltage, resistance, and load testing on electrical equipment to ensure reliable operation under heavy industrial demands.
Collaborate with project superintendents, safety coordinators, and site crews to ensure uninterrupted site operations and minimal downtime.
Maintain clear logs of inspections, repairs, and daily maintenance activities.
Working hours: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)
Skills:
Experience: 5+ years of industrial or heavy commercial electrical experience.
Industry Background: Direct background in heavy civil construction, petrochemical, refinery, or LNG facility projects.
Equipment Proficiency: Advanced diagnostics on industrial motor controls, heavy site equipment, and automated control panels.
Location: Local candidates within daily commuting distance of Brownsville, TX (non-local candidates must be able to mobilize immediately).
Education:
Trade
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
Licensing: Active Journeyman Electrician License issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Shift Flexibility: Ability and willingness to work a designated day or night schedule (~11-hour shifts).
Core Competencies: Proven hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting temporary power distribution systems and industrial generators.
Safety Acumen: Demonstrated mastery of industrial electrical safety guidelines, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and PPE requirements.
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to pass standard project site badging, background checks, and drug screenings.
Join a high-impact infrastructure project with competitive compensation.
Apply Today: Submit your resume and TDLR license number directly through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for an initial phone interview. For immediate consideration, please specify your shift preference (Day Shift or Night Shift) and earliest available start date in your application.
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