Journeyman Electrician

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

Scope of Work

Installation, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the electrical construction industries.

Responsibilities

Performs all electrical tasks with general supervision, possesses Journeyman card/license, has the ability to read blueprints, one-lines, schematic drawings, terminate cables, install and troubleshoot control wiring from a drawing, is able to demonstrate experience factors exceeding that of an electrical helper and must be sufficient on rough-in work.

• Experience in commercial, industrial and residential electrical construction
• Install feeders
• Wire and conduit sizing
• Switchgear and device install & termination
• Layout and preparation for installation
• Calculate basic mathematical problems
• Underground layout and rough-in work
• Troubleshooting motors & controls
• Work with apprentices, train and mentor apprentices
• Document problems and prepare reports
• Read and interpret maps, instruction manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints and written/verbal instructions
• Practical application of electrical theory and the National Electrical Code
• Work on fire alarm systems & other low voltage systems (access control, cameras, nurse call, telephone entry systems, etc.)
• Work on energized circuits and equipment with company management approval as outlined in Company safety policies when needed
• Read and interpret maps, instruction manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints and written/verbal instructions
• Securing and retrieval of tools and materials from storage areas to complete their assigned tasks
• Promote and maintain safety standards

Job Requirements:
• Current, valid, driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Current Journeyman, completed accredited apprentice program
• High School Graduate, or equivalent G.E.D. certificate
• Has at least 5 years of previous electrical work experience
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Understanding of electrical theory and the National Electrical Code
• Previous experience working on fire alarm systems & other low voltage systems (access control, cameras, nurse call, telephone entry systems, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience of using power tools, saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders and knockout punches
• Can read and interpret maps, instruction manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints and written/verbal instructions
• Practices and comprehends safe work procedures per Company policy and OSHA Standards
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work unsupervised, as well as part of a crew
• Attention to detail; detail oriented
• Dependable, resourceful and reliable
• Responsible for providing own hand tools and power tools Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, push, pull and reach overhead
• Lift up to 51 pounds
• Climb and work on ladders (all types)
• Completing overhead work for full-day assignments
• Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment
• Possess good vision (normal or corrected)
• Able to operate two handed tools (cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, etc.)

Working Conditions
• Work in all elements, depending on job location, time of year (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• May be exposed to heights; must be comfortable with heights
• Operate company vehicles; maintain in good working condition