Full-Time

Electrician 1

Posted on 11/4/2025

Zachry Group

Zachry Group

5,001-10,000 employees

Turnkey engineering and construction services

No salary listed

Beaumont, TX, USA

In Person

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance, Canada Citizenship, Canada Top Secret Clearance, UK Citizenship, UK Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Building Trades (1)
Requirements
  • Must have 4+ years of experience as a Journeyman Industrial Electrician
  • Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below)
  • Must be able to meet all physical requirements
  • Must be able to work at heights more than 300 ft
  • Must have all required tools
  • Must have Electrical Apprentice License at a minimum
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to read blueprints and schematics proficiently to perform duties
  • Must have demonstrated former knowledge and experience working on high voltage systems
  • Must have worked as an Industrial electrical helper or as an Industrial Electrician for a minimum of 4 years
  • Must know basic electrical theory (ohms law)
  • Must be able to install and modify cable tray using hand tools and power tools
  • Must be able to bend and cut conduit using hand saws, hand tube bending equipment as well as power and hydraulic cutting and tube bending devices
  • Must be proficient in cable pulling methods used to run the cable through specified pathways
  • Must be able to use specialized electrical tools such as ohm meters, multimeters, terminating devices
  • Must be able to terminate both High and low voltage equipment and cable/wiring
  • Must have mechanical and electrical knowledge of components relative to a Liquefied Natural Gas Plant
  • Must be able to troubleshoot equipment and systems for electrical malfunctions
  • Must be able to identify different types, gauges, and color of cables and wires
  • Must be able to follow instructions correctly
  • Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes
  • Must be able to illustrate knowledge and experience of working with a lock out tag out system
  • Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations
  • Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification
  • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting
  • Will talk and hear to communicate
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools
  • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs
  • Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves
  • NCCER - Industrial Electrician
  • VALID DL
  • CURRENT TWIC IN HAND
  • Drug Screen
  • Pre-Employment Physical
  • Audio
  • Basic Plus
  • MVR
  • Safety Council
  • Scaffold User
  • Site Specific
  • 1. Certified electrician for the state of Texas or NCCER certified electrician. They cannot be a helper, trainee, or apprentice
  • 2. Working knowledge of PLC controls and PLC cards
  • 3. DC motor knowledge
  • 4. Working knowledge of Genius Blocks
  • 5. Familiar with conveyor systems, including wiring motors
  • 6. Ability to work, day, night, and all call
  • 7. General understanding of conveyor bearings and correct running procedures
  • 8. Advanced knowledge of troubleshooting aging electrical components
Responsibilities
  • Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
  • Identify all tools required for tasks
  • Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks
  • Cut, bend, and run conduit as specified on blueprints
  • Install, modify, and fabricate cable tray as necessary according to specifications
  • Pull the cable through specified pathways
  • Assemble and install electrical equipment
  • Terminate wires and cable to electrical equipment such as but not limited to breakers, control panels, and distribution systems
  • Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications
  • Inspect electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and to ensure the equipment is in good operational condition
  • Setup and maintain temporary power systems
  • Install and maintain grounding systems for all equipment and structures
  • Hoist equipment and tools into a location via bull rigging or crane
Desired Qualifications
  • NO PER DIEM OFFERED
  • Coke handling group experience
  • NCCER-certified electrician or state electrician license
  • TWIC card
  • PLC controls experience
  • Genius Blocks experience
  • Conveyor systems familiarity with wiring motors
  • Ability to work day, night, and all call
  • Physical ability to work at heights over 300 ft
  • Working knowledge of DC motors
  • Advanced troubleshooting of aging electrical components
  • Certified electrician for the state of Texas or NCCER certified electrician (explicit)
  • Knowledge of conveyor systems and bearings and correct running procedures

Zachry Group provides turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services for the energy, chemicals, power, manufacturing and industrial sectors in North America. It covers the full project lifecycle by helping customers plan, build and renew critical facilities, often as a single‑point provider responsible for the entire scope. The company executes projects through engineering, procurement, fabrication and on-site construction with a strong emphasis on safety and reliable delivery. What sets Zachry Group apart is its long history (since 1924), a purpose‑driven culture and a consistent focus on safety, quality and meeting customers’ immediate and long-term goals across diverse sectors. Its goal is to help clients achieve their objectives by delivering the best possible outcomes while maintaining high safety standards.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Antonio, Texas

Founded

1924

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What believers are saying

  • NiSource 2.6 GW combined cycle project joint venture with Quanta strengthens power sector positioning.
  • Over $16 billion active project portfolio across LNG, chemicals, and power sectors.
  • Emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with reorganization plan court approval and operational continuity.

What critics are saying

  • McDermott and Chiyoda replaced Zachry on $16 billion Golden Pass LNG project permanently.
  • 4,410 post-bankruptcy layoffs and ongoing workforce reductions impair project execution capacity.
  • Federal WARN Act lawsuit over mass layoffs creates multimillion-dollar liability and client reputation damage.

What makes Zachry Group unique

  • Century-old EPC firm with 100+ gas-fired facilities and 60,000 MW design experience.
  • Strategic partnerships with Quanta Services and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries enhance execution capabilities.
  • Expanded into water infrastructure via Crescent Constructors acquisition September 2025.

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Business Wire
Oct 30th, 2025
Zachry Group Awarded Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Contract for NiSource's Combined Cycle Generation Project

Zachry Group awarded Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for NiSource's Combined Cycle Generation Project. SAN ANTONIO-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Zachry Group (Zachry) has been awarded the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for NiSource Inc.'s Combined Cycle Generation Project, a major infrastructure project located near Wheatfield, Indiana. The facility will support NiSource's delivery of electricity to a third-party customer and includes two nominal 1,300-megawatt gas-fired combined cycle units in a 2 x 2 x 1 configuration. A subsidiary of NiSource Inc. will own and operate the facility. The EPC contract will be executed by a joint venture between Zachry Group and Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta). Zachry will lead engineering, procurement, project management, construction planning, and commissioning, drawing on its five decades of experience designing and building over 100 gas-fired facilities totaling more than 60,000 megawatts. Quanta will contribute field-level leadership and craft workforce management through its operating companies. This collaborative approach is designed to enhance execution certainty, optimize labor resources, and deliver cost-effective, high-quality infrastructure. "We are honored to partner with NiSource Inc. on this landmark project that reflects our shared commitment to delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions," said John B. Zachry, Chairman and CEO of Zachry Group. "Working alongside Quanta, we're combining our complementary strengths to execute a project of this scale with precision and innovation. Together, we're proud to support the region's energy future." "NiSource is committed to advancing transformative growth while ensuring that customer affordability remains at the heart of our strategy," said Lloyd Yates, President and Chief Executive Officer of NiSource. "Through this collaboration with Zachry and Quanta, we are expanding generation and grid infrastructure in a way that supports economic development and innovation while protecting customers from the costs of infrastructure investment. We are excited to partner with Zachry and Quanta to meet the evolving energy needs of our customers and communities." "We're proud to collaborate with Zachry Group, a company that shares Quanta's commitment to safety, performance, and delivering results that matter," said Duke Austin, Quanta's President and Chief Executive Officer. "We have respected Zachry's capabilities for decades, and together, we look forward to delivering this critical infrastructure project for NiSource." About Zachry Group Zachry Group is North America's pacesetter in turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services to the energy, chemicals, power, manufacturing and industrial sectors. We work with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Since 1924, we have been a purpose-driven organization, united by a shared set of values and the desire to deliver the very best outcome for our customers. Visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

Hearst Communications
May 27th, 2025
How a 101-year-old San Antonio company began climbing out of bankruptcy

Shortly after the company pulled away from the natural gas project, the Zachry Holdings subsidiary (Zachry Industrial Inc.) laid off more than 4,000 workers.

12News
Jul 9th, 2024
Zachry Holdings lays off 126 more workers

BEAUMONT, Texas - Zachry Holdings has once again found itself facing scrutiny, after laying off 126 more people between Beaumont, Orange, Sabine Pass, and Baytown.

Natural Gas Intelligence
Jun 27th, 2024
Plaquemines Export Project Receives Feed Gas as Testing Continues - Three Things to Know About the LNG Market

As the lead contractor in charge of staffing construction activities, Zachry's financial issues and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings have prevented the remaining contractors from resuming large-scale construction.

12News
Jun 18th, 2024
Zachry Holdings faces lawsuit, accusation of violating federal law in mass layoffs at Golden Pass LNG

Zachry Holdings faces lawsuit, accusation of violating federal law in mass layoffs at Golden Pass LNG.

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