Master Electrician
Dexterra · Austin, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $85,000 / year
- Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Licensed Master Electrician for Texas facility.
- Ensure safe electrical systems operation.
- Support general facilities maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults.
- Requires active Texas Master Electrician license.
About the role
About Dexterra
We've been serving clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.
Job Description
The Master Electrician is responsible for providing licensed electrical leadership and hands‑on technical expertise for a large workforce accommodations facility in the State of Texas. The site consists of temporary, modular, hardwall structures configured into a complex designed to house and support a rotating workforce.
In this role, you will act as the technical authority for all electrical systems while also supporting general facilities maintenance activities as required. You will ensure the safe, reliable, and code‑compliant operation of electrical infrastructure while supporting day‑to‑day maintenance needs across accommodations, common areas, and support buildings.
This position requires an active Texas Master Electrician license and compliance with all applicable Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulations.
Your Work Will Include
Electrical Systems & Code Compliance
- Serve as the licensed Master Electrician for the facility, ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Texas regulations
- Perform, supervise, and verify all electrical work, including: Power distribution systems, Lighting systems (interior and exterior), Panelboards, breakers, and feeders, Service entrance equipment, Grounding and bonding systems
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical faults across modular buildings
- Ensure electrical systems supporting temporary and modular structures are installed and maintained safely
- Act as the Master of Record for electrical work as required by Texas law
Facilities Maintenance Support
- Support general maintenance activities in coordination with facilities and site leadership
- Perform routine inspections to identify electrical and infrastructure deficiencies
- Respond to electrical service calls and urgent maintenance issues
- Coordinate with other trades and contractors as required
- Document completed work, inspections, and deficiencies
Safety, Leadership & Compliance
- Ensure all electrical and maintenance work is completed in accordance with site safety programs
- Enforce lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and electrical safety practices
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to maintenance personnel and contractors
- Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with:
- An active Texas Master Electrician license issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
- A minimum of 5+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or institutional electrical work
- Demonstrated experience working with temporary, modular, or prefabricated structures
- Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Experience supporting both electrical systems and general facilities maintenance
- Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of site electrical systems
- Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills
- Physical capability to work in mechanical and electrical rooms and perform hands‑on work
Additional Information
Dexterra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Key skills/competency
- Master Electrician
- Electrical Systems
- Code Compliance
- National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
- Facilities Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Programs
- Lock-out/Tag-out
- Documentation
Skills & topics
- Master Electrician
- Electrician
- Electrical Systems
- NEC
- TDLR
- Facilities Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Texas
- Dexterra
- Code Compliance
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your Texas Master Electrician license and 5+ years of relevant experience, especially with modular structures.
- Address requirements directly: Ensure your application clearly states your compliance with TDLR regulations and knowledge of NEC.
- Showcase problem-solving: Provide examples of your troubleshooting skills in electrical systems and facilities maintenance.
- Emphasize leadership: Detail your experience providing technical guidance and ensuring safety compliance.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the specific electrical systems managed by the Master Electrician at Dexterra?
- The Master Electrician at Dexterra will manage and ensure compliance for power distribution systems, lighting (interior/exterior), panelboards, breakers, feeders, service entrance equipment, and grounding/bonding systems within the workforce accommodations facility.
- Is hands-on work expected for the Master Electrician role at Dexterra?
- Yes, the Master Electrician role at Dexterra requires hands-on technical expertise, including performing, supervising, and verifying electrical work, as well as troubleshooting and repairing electrical faults.
- What is the importance of the Texas Master Electrician license for this role?
- The active Texas Master Electrician license, issued by the TDLR, is a mandatory requirement for the Master Electrician position at Dexterra. It signifies your authority and legal compliance to oversee and perform electrical work in Texas.
- How does the Master Electrician contribute to general facilities maintenance at Dexterra?
- The Master Electrician supports general facilities maintenance by coordinating with site leadership, performing routine inspections, responding to urgent maintenance issues, and ensuring the overall infrastructure, including electrical components, is well-maintained.
- What type of structures will the Master Electrician be working with at Dexterra?
- The Master Electrician will be working with temporary, modular, hardwall structures configured into a complex designed to house and support a rotating workforce, requiring specific experience with these types of prefabricated buildings.
- What safety protocols must the Master Electrician adhere to at Dexterra?
- The Master Electrician must ensure all work complies with site safety programs, strictly enforcing lock-out/tag-out procedures and electrical safety practices to maintain a secure working environment.