Residential Wireman Electrician

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionResidential Wireman Electrician – 4-Day Workweek | Crew Lead Development

Pay: $23–$27 per hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: San Antonio, TX

Schedule: 4-Day Workweek | Wednesday–Saturday | 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

License Required: Texas Residential Wireman License

About the Position

True Electric Services LLC is hiring a full-time Texas Residential Wireman Electrician to join our residential installation team and develop into the lead electrician for a two-person installation crew.

We are looking for someone who already has a solid foundation in residential electrical work but wants to continue developing their technical skills, leadership ability, and independence.

This is a growth position with a defined path toward Crew Lead.

Starting pay is $23–$27 per hour based on experience and current skill level , with the opportunity for increased compensation as you demonstrate the ability to independently lead residential installation projects and a two-person crew.

We don't expect you to know everything on day one. We do expect you to be dependable, safety-conscious, willing to learn, and someone who takes pride in doing quality work.

4-Day Workweek

True Electric Services is transitioning to a 4-day, 10-hour workweek beginning in early September 2026 .

The regular schedule will be:

Wednesday–Saturday

8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

1-hour unpaid lunch

40 hours per week

That means three consecutive days off every week: Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Our current schedule during the transition period is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Occasional overtime or schedule adjustments may be available or required depending on project and customer needs. Overtime must be approved in advance.

Approved overtime is paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek .

What You'll Do

You'll work with our residential installation team on projects including:

Panel upgrades and replacements

Generator installations

EV charger installations

Residential remodels

New and dedicated circuits

Outlets and switches

Lighting and fixture installations

Ceiling fans

Smoke and CO detectors

Bathroom exhaust fans and vent hoods

Electrical repairs

Troubleshooting and diagnostics

Other residential electrical installations and improvements

You'll also be responsible for helping with:

Reviewing job scopes before work begins

Planning installations

Determining and organizing required materials

Material pickup

Jobsite setup and cleanup

Maintaining an organized work vehicle

Before, progress, and completion photos

Accurate job documentation

Preparing work for inspection

Protecting customers' homes and property

Communicating professionally with homeowners and the office

Grow Into a Crew Lead

Our goal is to train the right person to become a Crew Lead responsible for independently running a two-person residential installation crew .

As you develop, we'll expect you to become capable of:

Reviewing and understanding the complete scope of work

Planning an installation from start to finish

Identifying required materials before and during a project

Directing and training an apprentice/helper

Assigning work efficiently

Maintaining a safe and organized jobsite

Ensuring work complies with applicable electrical codes and Company standards

Maintaining high-quality workmanship

Keeping projects moving efficiently

Communicating job progress and problems with the office

Communicating professionally with homeowners

Completing required job documentation and photos

Preparing jobs for inspection

Identifying problems before they cause callbacks or delays

Taking ownership of a project from start through completion

Advancement is based on demonstrated ability—not simply time with the Company.

Employees who demonstrate the technical ability, reliability, judgment, leadership, and professionalism necessary to independently run a two-person crew will have the opportunity to advance to Crew Lead with increased compensation based on the position and responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Required

Current Texas Residential Wireman License

Valid driver's license

Residential electrical experience

Working knowledge of residential electrical systems

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code

Ability to safely use electrical tools and testing equipment

Ability to perform the physical requirements of residential electrical work

Reliable transportation to the designated reporting location

Dependable attendance and punctuality

Ability to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers

Ability to use mobile technology for job documentation

Willingness to learn and accept feedback

The Person We're Looking For

Experience matters, but we're equally interested in how you work .

We're looking for someone who:

Takes pride in quality workmanship

Doesn't cut corners

Takes safety seriously

Shows up on time and ready to work

Is dependable

Wants to continue learning

Accepts constructive feedback

Asks questions when unsure

Takes ownership of mistakes and helps solve problems

Keeps jobsites clean and organized

Treats customers' homes with respect

Communicates respectfully with customers and coworkers

Can eventually work without constant supervision

Is comfortable helping train and direct an apprentice/helper

Wants greater responsibility as their skills develop

Is interested in becoming a long-term member of the team

We would rather hire someone with a strong foundation and the right attitude and work ethic who wants to grow than someone who believes they already know everything.

Compensation

$23–$27 per hour , depending on experience and demonstrated skill level.

Employees are paid bi-weekly through direct deposit .

Approved overtime is paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek .

This position includes a path toward increased compensation upon advancement to Crew Lead .

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees have access to a growing benefits package that includes:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

PTO that increases with years of service

7 paid Company holidays

Company uniforms

License renewal reimbursement

Company vehicle and fuel for authorized Company use when assigned

Three consecutive days off each week under our 4-day schedule

Paid Holidays

Eligible full-time hourly employees receive the following paid Company holidays:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Labor Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day After Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

Paid Company holidays are separate from accrued PTO.

Paid Time Off

Eligible full-time hourly employees begin accruing PTO after completing their introductory period.

PTO increases with years of service:

Year 1: 40 hours

Year 2: 48 hours

Year 3: 56 hours

Year 4: 64 hours

Year 5: 72 hours

Year 6+: 80 hours

About True Electric Services

True Electric Services LLC is a growing residential electrical contractor serving homeowners throughout the San Antonio area .

Our goal is straightforward: provide homeowners with quality electrical work and a professional customer experience from the first appointment through completion of the project.

We're building our team around:

Quality. Safety. Accountability. Communication. Professionalism.

We want employees who take pride in what they do and want to be part of building something—not simply clock in, get through the day, and go home.

As the Company grows, we want our employees to have opportunities to grow with it.

For this position specifically, we're looking for someone we can invest in, train, and ultimately trust to independently lead one of our residential installation crews.

How to Apply

Please submit your current work history and relevant residential electrical experience.

Qualified candidates should be prepared to provide their current Texas Residential Wireman license information during the hiring process.

If you're a licensed Residential Wireman who takes pride in your work and wants an opportunity to develop into a leadership position, we'd like to hear from you.

Worksite address

san antonio, TX, 78201, US

Who can apply

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