Apprentice Electricians
CCS Construction
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Job Description
Job Title
Apprentice Electricians
Location
Katy, TX
Pay Rate
$18 - $24
Employment Type
Full-Time
Schedule
7AM-3:30PM Monday-Friday
Start Date
ASAP
Scope of Work
- Assist with electrical installations and maintenance
- Support senior electricians on various projects
- Follow instructions accurately and safely
- Ensure compliance with safety standards
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of electrical experience required
- Must complete ladder and fall protection safety (CCS will provide)
- Ability to work a consistent schedule from 7AM to 3:30PM
- Bilingual skills are preferred (Spanish)
Benefits with CCS Construction Staffing
- Weekly direct deposit
- Payday advances up to $100
- $250 Referral Bonus - Unlimited
- Free OSHA 10 and safety certifications
- CCS Milestone Rewards Program
- Holiday Pay
- Dedicated recruiters who advocate for you
- Opportunities for ongoing and future projects
- Medical insurance offered after being hired
Application Process
Applicants will receive a call and text from our screening team shortly after applying to verify qualifications for this position. This is a critical step in the hiring process. Once qualified, a dedicated recruiter will follow up with full job details. Do not miss our call or text. Your application cannot move forward without this step.
Fraud Prevention Notice
CCS Construction Staffing never requires payment for employment opportunities, OSHA certifications, onboarding, or job placement. Any request for payment via Zelle, Cash App, WhatsApp, or gift cards is fraudulent.
AI Assisted Hiring Notice
CCS Construction Staffing uses artificial intelligence tools to assist with portions of the recruiting process, including candidate communication, application review support, screening assistance, and job matching. Artificial intelligence is not used to make hiring or employment decisions. All hiring, selection, placement, and employment decisions are made by qualified CCS Construction Staffing personnel. CCS Construction Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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