Electrician Journeyman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

7d•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. The position works in a power plant or industrial setting and includes high- and low-voltage systems, installation and repair work, system testing, and inspection of subordinate work.

Requirements

Experience as an electrician in a power plant or industrial setting.
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.
Must have required tools.
Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, overtime, and holidays as required.
Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and a fit-for-duty medical assessment.
Ability to perform the physical and environmental demands described, including moving around industrial or construction sites, climbing and maintaining balance at heights, working in confined or uneven areas and noisy or dusty environments, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans and determine procedures, tools, and equipment for troubleshooting and repairs.
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 for electrical compatibility and component safety.
Observe installed equipment and systems 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, power tools, and 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, explain them, and take corrective action.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.