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.