Electrician Journeyman

Brycon Corporation•Taylor, TX

About The Position

The Electrician Journeyman provides skilled electrical expertise to subordinates and their crews across all phases of construction. The role coordinates schedules with the foreman, plans layouts, installs and repairs electrical wiring and fixtures, and checks work for compliance with company specifications and local electrical codes. The journeyman interprets project documents, tests and diagnoses electrical systems, and helps resolve work problems. The position also involves coordinating materials and equipment, guiding employees, operating tools and machinery, and using company vehicles, forklifts, and aerial lifts when properly trained or certified. The employee must follow company and OSHA safety requirements and promptly report safety violations. Extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be required, with compensation governed by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in skilled electrical work.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Must successfully complete and pass a background check and drug/alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman License preferred, but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent desired.
OSHA 10 certification preferred.
Valid driver's record preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled electrical expertise to subordinates and their crews in all phases of construction.
Coordinate work schedules in conjunction with the foreman.
Plan layouts and install and repair wiring and electrical fixtures, including motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers, and fuse boxes.
Inspect wiring and fixtures for conformance with company specifications and local electrical codes.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors.
Perform physically demanding tasks, including digging trenches for conduit and moving or lifting heavy objects.
Adhere to production schedules and work-hour requirements for completing job assignments.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for assigned projects.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist co-workers in solving them.
Test electrical systems and circuit continuity using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure system compatibility and safety.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, locate breakdown causes, and correct problems.
Inspect materials for quality before installation.
Confer with supervisors to coordinate work activities.
Ensure parts and materials are ordered, received, inventoried, and stored appropriately.
Ensure proper transfer of equipment and materials between job locations.
Operate hand and power tools and shop machinery after receiving proper training.
Operate company vehicles, forklifts, and aerial lifts when properly certified.
Initiate or suggest ideas to achieve work goals.
Provide work direction and guidance to employees to improve their skills.
Ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
Perform daily tasks safely in accordance with company policies.
Maintain familiarity with current client, company, and OSHA safety requirements.
Ensure employees follow proper safety procedures and policies.
Immediately inform Safety Managers and Superintendents/Supervisors of safety violations.
Perform other duties as assigned.