Commercial Journeyman Electrician

BCES Global • Columbia, MD

3d • $30 - $45

About The Position

Bopat Electric, part of BCES Global, is hiring an experienced Commercial Electrician to support commercial electrical construction projects. The role is suited to an electrician with commercial construction experience who enjoys building projects, working with a skilled field team, mentoring apprentices, and completing high-quality electrical installations safely and efficiently.

The position involves commercial installations, renovations, tenant fit-outs, and electrical upgrades on active construction sites. The electrician works with foremen, project managers, apprentices, and field crews to complete projects, support crew development, and maintain a safe and professional job site. The role includes eligibility for overtime and double time in addition to the base rate. Compensation is listed as $30–$45 USD; final offers may vary based on skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the specific role offered.

BCES Global is a North American electrical contracting platform serving industrial, commercial, utility, and mission-critical environments in Canada and the United States. It describes its work as supporting grid reliability, system upgrades, predictive maintenance, and emergency response.

Requirements

• Active Maryland Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent Journeyman License from a reciprocating state.
• At least 5 years of commercial electrical construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, including conduit, switchgear, panelboards, power distribution, lighting, motor controls, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, specifications, and one-line diagrams.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements, commercial construction practices, and job-site safety standards.
• Experience mentoring apprentices and working effectively as part of a field crew.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial electrical installations, renovations, tenant fit-outs, and electrical upgrades on active construction projects.
• Install conduit, feeders, switchgear, panelboards, lighting, power distribution, motor controls, and other commercial electrical systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Work with foremen, project managers, apprentices, and field crews to complete commercial construction projects safely and efficiently.
• Mentor and train apprentices while supporting crew productivity and development.
• Track materials, tools, and job-site resources as needed.
• Promote a safe work environment and represent the company professionally on job sites.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 7% matching in the United States or 5% RRSP matching in Canada, with immediate vesting.
• 100% employer-paid benefits.
• Paid PTO.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Travel and relocation opportunities throughout the larger organization.
• Overtime and double-time eligibility in addition to the base rate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed