Electrician Journeyman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

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. The role interprets drawings, sketches, software, and plans to determine procedures, tools, and equipment for troubleshooting and repairs. Work includes installing conduit, supports, cable, duct banks, terminations, control and distribution apparatus, and wiring for lighting fixtures and power equipment; working with high- and low-voltage systems; testing and starting up systems; and repairing defective electrical equipment or systems. The position also involves estimating work requirements and inspecting subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications. The work may take place outdoors in all weather conditions, at heights, and in confined spaces.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous years of 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 tools, hand tools, power tools, layout tools, and measurement tools.
Able to meet all physical requirements.
Must have all required tools.
Able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, potentially exceeding 200 feet.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.

Responsibilities

Interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans, and determine work procedures, tools, and equipment needed 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 in operation to identify hazards and determine whether adjustments, relocation, or replacement are 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 and power, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools.
Estimate sizes, distances, quantities, time, costs, resources, and materials needed for work activities.
Inspect subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, identify deficiencies, and explain and take corrective action as needed.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules, and perform other duties as required.