Job Description
Journeyman Industrial Electrician
AAW Pumps Motors & Controls – Buda, TX
Full-Time | Industrial Only | Local Travel
About Us:
AAW Pumps Motors & Controls is a trusted industrial electrical contractor serving Central Texas. We specialize in water and wastewater facilities, as well as heavy industrial environments such as rock quarries and cement plants. Our team delivers high-quality electrical solutions for motor control, pump systems, and automation, with a focus on long-term reliability and performance.
Position Summary:
We are hiring a Journeyman Industrial Electrician to perform field installations, service work, and upgrades in a variety of industrial facilities. This is a strictly industrial role—no commercial work. You will troubleshoot and install complex electrical systems, evaluate existing motor controls, and retrofit modern equipment such as variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Key Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot three-phase motor control panels and relay logic systems at water/wastewater sites, rock quarries, and cement plants
Diagnose and repair VFDs and their associated control wiring, including both analog and digital signals
Retrofit existing motor starters and soft starters with new VFDs, including load evaluation and control scheme redesign
Design and quote custom VFD solutions based on site evaluations of electrical power and control circuits
Install rigid conduit (GRC, IMC) both underground and overhead in rugged outdoor industrial environments
Size and install new electrical services, coordinate with utility companies, and ensure code compliance
Read and interpret industrial electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Lead and mentor apprentice electricians on job sites to ensure safe, high-quality work
Required Qualifications:
Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician License
Minimum of 3 years of industrial-only electrical experience
Proficient with three-phase motor controls, relay logic, and pump control panels
Hands-on experience with VFD troubleshooting and retrofitting
Skilled in installing and bending rigid conduit in tough field conditions
Knowledge of NEC code and industrial safety procedures
Strong leadership skills and ability to supervise apprentices
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Preferred Experience:
Water/wastewater facility electrical systems
Rock quarry or cement plant electrical work
Control systems using floats, submersible transducers, and analog signals
What We Offer:
Competitive pay based on experience
Company vehicle and tools provided
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Overtime opportunities
Consistent full-time work year-round
Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
Ready to Join the AAW Team?
If you're a dedicated industrial electrician looking for rewarding work in challenging environments, apply now! Submit your resume through Indeed or contact us at 512-312-0088.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
• Can you draw a 3-wire stop/start circuit?
Language:
• English (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• Journeyman Electrician License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Buda, TX 78610 (Required)
Work Location: In person