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Traveling Electrician - Texas

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About Knight Electric: Knight Electric is a national electrical contractor focusing on Commercial/Retail new construction and re-modernization. Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others. We were recently named to the DFW Fastest 50 growth companies for 2025.
  • Offices in Justin, TX (Dallas/Ft. Worth) and Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta)
  • Customers include Target, Costco, Bass Pro Shop, HEB, Publix, Best Buy, Trader Joes, Walmart and more.
About this role:We are currently looking for a Traveling Electricians to work and lead commercial electrical construction projects. Experience in commercial new construction and remodels is a plus. You can live in any city in Texas and travel to job site. Travel is paid along with per diem and mileage (drive time too). Compensation:
  • $25.00 - $35.00 per hour pending experience and active state electrical license.
  • Travel expenses paid.
Travel:
  • On average 2–3-week sprints and back for a weekend.
  • Most projects are in Texas with some locations in nearby states.
  • Housing (Airbnb) is paid by company, travel to and from project is covered as well as per diem.
Duties / Expectations:
  • Advanced knowledge of electrical theory
  • Understands and applies NEC code knowledge
  • Basic understanding of NEC calculations
  • Able to perform any type of bend with all bender types
  • Installs raceways, boxes, and cables
  • Assist with wire pulling activities
  • Installs light fixtures, devices, and cover plates
  • Assists with installation of switchboards
  • Installs panels, breakers, and transformers
  • Connects branch circuits including terminations and panels and equipment
  • Performs basic testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems
  • Basic knowledge of various control systems and components
  • Reads and interprets blueprints and schematics
  • Performs other related duties as required
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Formal trade school or apprentice program completion preferred
  • 4000+ Hours of electrician experience
  • Valid state issued Driver’s License
  • Current state Electrical Apprentice license
    • When required by State Licensing entity
  • Current OSHA 10 certificate
What We Offer:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/401K
  • Overtime potential
  • Housing and Per diem paid while traveling.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid travel back home every 3 weeks
  • Holiday Pay
  • Weekly Pay
Job Type:
  • Full-Time

See all our openings at Knight Electric here.

Knight Electric is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services.

This Position Description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions or qualifications.

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