Journeyman Electrician

DKD Enterprises•Lovington, NM

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Electrician performs electrical installations, alterations, additions, and repairs involving electrical systems, conductors, materials, and equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The position works under general supervision and may direct less experienced apprentices. The jobsite is in Lovington, New Mexico, with an immediate start and per diem offered. The electrician reads and interprets construction electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics; terminates cables; and installs and troubleshoots control wiring. Duties also include installing conduit and switchgear, making feeder and branch-circuit calculations, maintaining tools and equipment, and keeping the work area organized. The role requires compliance with company, jobsite, owner, general contractor, and OSHA safety requirements. Work may take place outdoors in varying weather, at heights, and in confined or restrictive areas. The schedule may include day or night work, 8- or 10-hour days, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required, sometimes with little or short notice.

Requirements

Must have an EE98J New Mexico license.
Journeyman license or equivalent work experience.
High school graduate, GED holder, or equivalent training.
At least 2 years of previous experience.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
Ability to terminate cables and install and troubleshoot control wiring.
Ability to install conduit and switchgear and make feeder and branch-circuit calculations.
Ability to positively identify wire colors.
Must have and maintain required personal hand tools at the worksite.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
Ability to work 40 hours per week, including 8- or 10-hour days, night shifts, and overtime as required and with little or short notice.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, at heights up to 90 feet, and in confined or restrictive areas.
Ability to perform repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers; bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Ability to lift 51 pounds without assistance.
Good vision and hearing, normal or corrected.
Must comply with company, owner, general contractor, and OSHA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical installations, alterations, additions, and repairs in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Complete electrical tasks under general supervision and direct less experienced apprentices as needed.
Read and interpret electrical construction drawings, blueprints, prints, and schematics.
Terminate cables and install and troubleshoot control wiring from drawings.
Perform rough-in work and install conduit of various sizes, switchgear, and terminations.
Make feeder and branch-circuit calculations.
Maintain, store, and safely handle tools, equipment, and materials; keep the work area clean and organized.
Report to the assigned jobsite on time and perform assignments or duties given by the Foreman.
Use hand and power tools safely, including saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, knockout punches, hand benders, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jackhammers.
Dig trenches using hand tools or equipment and safely operate trenchers, backhoes, and lift trucks.
Follow the company safety manual, Haz-Com Policy, Lockout/Tagout Policy, OSHA requirements, and applicable company, owner, and general contractor policies.
Wear required personal protective equipment and respirators when required.
Work at heights and in restrictive or tight spaces as required.
Work 8- or 10-hour days, including night shifts and overtime as required.