Master Electrician-Facilities/Building

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Building Master Electrician-Facilities-Houston, TX

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Master Electrician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of airport electrical systems, including but not limited to:

• Medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems

• Switchgear, transformers, panels, and circuit breakers

• Emergency power systems, including generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and UPS systems

• Interior and exterior lighting systems, including airfield support areas, terminals, parking garages, and site lighting

• Fire alarm interfaces and life-safety systems (electrical scope only)

Additional responsibilities include:

• Serving as the on-site electrical subject matter expert, providing leadership, technical guidance, and mentoring to electricians and building technicians

• Performing advanced electrical diagnostics and repairs with minimal supervision

• Coordinating, monitoring, and overseeing electrical work performed by contractors and vendors

• Ensuring all electrical work complies with the Electrical Code (NEC), applicable local and state codes, and airport regulations

• Supporting preventive maintenance programs and recommending system upgrades or improvements

• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints

• Responding to emergencies, power outages, and after-hours service calls as required

• Maintaining accurate service documentation, reports, and compliance records

• Participating in safety meetings and enforcing lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures

• Collaborating with facilities, operations, and airport stakeholders to minimize service disruptions

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Master Electrician License (State of Texas or recognized reciprocal license)

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience, preferably within critical facilities such as:

  • Airports

  • Hospitals

  • Data centers

• Strong working knowledge of:

  • NEC and electrical safety standards

  • Emergency power and life-safety systems

  • Electrical distribution systems and controls

• Proven ability to work independently while leading and supporting a team

• Proficiency with CMMS platforms, service documentation, and basic computer applications

• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an airport or aviation environment

• Experience supporting 24/7, mission-critical operations

• Familiarity with TSA, FAA, and airport badging requirements

• Experience coordinating with inspectors, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and airport authorities

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions

• Willingness to work overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call rotations as needed

Compliance & Clearances

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and TSA airport badging requirements

• Valid driver's license required