Electrician Journeyman

Kiewit•Greenville, MS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician Journeyman plans, lays out, installs, tests, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment, and control systems in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. This skilled role works with high- and low-voltage systems in construction and industrial settings and may inspect subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with prior experience in the field or a related area.
Strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
Proficiency in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
Must have the required tools.
Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit-for-duty medical/testing requirements, and to pass a background check.
Ability to meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, including moving around a construction or industrial site, climbing and maintaining balance on ladders and scaffolds, working in confined or uneven areas and noisy or dusty conditions, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
A U.S. driver's license may be required.
Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, overtime, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

Interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans, and determine appropriate work procedures, tools, and equipment to troubleshoot and repair problems.
Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; and make terminations.
Install and fasten control and distribution apparatus in place.
Test and start up systems and check circuit continuity to ensure electrical compatibility and component safety.
Observe installed equipment and systems to identify hazards and determine whether adjustment, relocation, or replacement is needed.
Pull wire through conduit and connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment as required.
Work with high- and low-voltage systems.
Disassemble and repair defective electrical equipment or systems.
Operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power tools, and hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools.
Estimate sizes, distances, quantities, time, costs, resources, or materials needed for work activities.
Inspect subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, identify deficiencies, explain them, and take corrective action as needed.
Comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.