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An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$59,203 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
- $27.40 Per hour Industrial Electrician
- (Sherman, TX) GlobalWafers America
Occupation:
ElectriciansLocation:
Sherman, TX- 75092
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
07/27/2026 Positions available: 2Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Work onsite all of the timeUpdated:
07/30/2026Expires:
09/01/2026 Job #: 17046306 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 60 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Benefits Help for .Job Title:
Industrial ElectricianLocation:
GlobalWafers America:
Sherman, TX Departmen:
Facilities This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.SUMMARY:
GlobalWafers is a leading company in the semiconductor industry with a strong work environment that allows employees to innovate, expand their potential and own their future. Our environment encourages positive thinking, integrity, and a "together as a team we win" attitude. In addition to providing a climate for professional growth, GlobalWafers America offers competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits program and a company matched 401(k) savings plan. GlobalWafers is building a state-of-the-art facility in Sherman, TX. This facility, GlobalWafers America, will be the most advanced in the GlobalWafers family and will be the new base for future expansions. At GlobalWafers America, we are looking for talented self-starters with imagination, creativity and vision. We are seeking individuals who are original thinkers, possess the drive to achieve results, and have the capacity to assume increasing responsibility in a highly successful global organization. This is an opportunity to be part of a $3.5B start-up facility and help contribute to solving the US semiconductor shortage. Industrial Electrician will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and troubleshootin of large industrial facilities electrical distribution system with voltages ranging from 150KV to 120V; including large transformers, switchgears, switchboards, motors, motor control centers, panel-boards, emergency generators, and UPS systems in accordance with building codes and safety standards.Essential Job Functions:
- Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for electrical systems.
- Follows electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.
- Provide adequate services to ensure that all electrical systems are installed, repaired, and maintained to meet building codes and safety standards.
- Work in a safe manner that is in compliance with safety, environmental, and Facilities department policies and procedures.
- Support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.
- Responds to Facility Work Orders from building occupants.
- Perform acceptance tests of new equipment.
- Industrial fixed, rotating, and electrical equipment such as pumps, piping, valves, motors, and fans.
- Inspect the installation of equipment and systems for conformance with plans and specifications.
- Prepare or modify existing operating and maintenance procedures.
- Order supplies and prepare maintenance service reports.
- Use, maintain, and repair electrical test instruments.
- Perform specialized work related to electrical systems.
- Support complex troubleshooting of facilities equipment and associated failures.
- Partner with other Technicians and Management in identifying training requirements and safety procedures.
- Partner with Engineers and Technicians on various facilities projects
- Perform additional duties as assigned and assist other specialty areas as required.
- Must be on-call and work off-hours when necessary to maintain efficient operation of facilities.
- Consistently works on complex assignments with high degree of independence and initiative to resolve root cause.
- Work from technical manuals, specifications, drawings, schematics, and verbal instruction.
- Perform maintenance duties including maintaining Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules, PM reports,
- troubleshooting reports and re-order, maintain and organize equipment spare parts.
- Update PM documents as necessary.
- Train personnel on equipment maintenance.
- Provides assistance with electrical apprentices and less experienced electricians
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Journeyman Electrical License or apprentice
- Knowledge of
NFOA/NEC
Standards- Knowledge of low voltage (less than 600 AC/DC)
- Knowledge of testing devices
- Must have experience running, bending, and fabricating conduit.
- Installation of lighting and power devices
- Must be able to read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders.
- 5+ years of related experience
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to diagnose, repair, and replace or design plant control circuits and equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot low and high voltage controls.
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to make decisions on day-to-day building operations where judgment and initiative is required.
- Ability to assist in determining the best procedures and methods to be used in building projects.
- Ability to analyze problems, make recommendations to the Facility Manger and implement agreed to solutions.
Work Environment:
- Must be able to bend, reach, twist, turn and climb normally associated with construction work.
- Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated.
- Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored.
- Must be able to lift 60 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to lift, pull and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a periodic basis throughout the shift.
- Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and crawling.
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements.
Work Authorization:
GlobalWafers America (GWA) will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.- This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.