Journeyman Electrician

Harvard Integrations LP•Tea, SD

21d•$28 - $38

About The Position

The Journeyman Electrician plans layouts and installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment, including switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels. Work is performed with hand and power tools according to customer specifications shown in custom-engineered designs and drawings, and in accordance with electrical codes. The role also coordinates projects and directs and trains electrical helpers and apprentices, while maintaining safe, organized work areas and preparing buildings for shipment.

Requirements

Ability to safely use basic hand tools, power tools, a tape measure, grinders, and saws.
Strong, clear communication skills, including the ability to give clear directions to others.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret electrical drawings.
Forklift operation ability.
Knowledge of OSHA procedures, particularly Lockout Tagout and electrical testing.
Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
High school diploma or GED.
NEC (National Electrical Code) training and in-depth working knowledge of code requirements.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in extreme heat and cold temperatures.
Ability to reach and work overhead, work at heights greater than ten feet (such as on a ladder or roof), and work in tight spaces.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, reach, push, and pull for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Measure, cut, bend, assemble, and install electrical conduit using tools such as a hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
Pull wire through conduit with assistance from an electrical helper.
Plan new or modified installations to minimize material waste, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid hazardous or unreliable wiring, consistent with customer specifications and electrical codes.
Work from ladders, lifts, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Test circuit continuity to ensure electrical compatibility and component safety using testing instruments.
Coordinate projects and assign work to electrical helpers, ensuring installations meet specifications and customer timelines.
Train electrical helpers and apprentices in appropriate electrical equipment, installation, and safety procedures.
Keep materials and work areas clean, organized, and free from clutter and potential safety hazards.
Install power in buildings when needed to accommodate customer inspections and requests.
Ensure materials and equipment are organized, used, and stored properly.
Lock up and secure buildings, and seal them against potential weather problems.
Prepare buildings for shipment.
Perform additional duties as requested.