Master Electrician (Hobby Airport)

The Building Master Electrician is responsible for the safe, reliable operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all electrical systems throughout Hobby Airport facilities. This role serves as the subject matter expert for electrical systems and provides leadership, oversight, and technical guidance to other electricians, building technicians, and vendors while ensuring compliance with NEC, local codes, FAA/TSA requirements, and airport standards.

Location: William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) - Houston, TX
Schedule: Full-Time | On-site
Reports To: Facilities Manager

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair airport electrical systems including:

  • Medium- and low-voltage distribution systems

  • Switchgear, transformers, panels, and breakers

  • Emergency power systems (generators, ATS, UPS)

  • Lighting systems (airfield support, terminal, parking garage, exterior)

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

• Serve as the lead electrical authority on-site, providing guidance and mentoring to electricians and building technicians.

• Perform advanced electrical diagnostics and repairs with minimal supervision.

• Coordinate and oversee electrical work performed by outside contractors and vendors.

• Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC, local/state codes, and airport regulations.

• Support preventive maintenance programs and recommend system upgrades or improvements.

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

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

• Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and compliance records.

• Participate in safety meetings and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures.

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

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

• Minimum 5+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience, preferably in:

  • Airports, hospitals, data centers, or other critical facilities.

• Strong knowledge of:

  • NEC and electrical safety standards

  • Emergency power and life-safety systems

  • Electrical distribution systems and controls

• Ability to work independently and lead others.

• Proficient with CMMS systems, service documentation, and basic computer applications.

• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.

• Prior experience working in an airport or aviation environment.

• Experience supporting 24/7 operations and mission-critical facilities.

• Familiarity with TSA, FAA, and airport badging requirements.

• Experience coordinating with inspectors, AHJs, and airport authorities.

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

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

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

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

• Valid driver's license required.

Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions-from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.

Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.

Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.

At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built - and shared - by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity - never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.