Journeyman Electrician

Site Worker•Dayton, OH

5d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking licensed Journeyman Electricians for contract positions on commercial and residential construction projects in Dayton, OH. Initial engagements are project-based, running 6 weeks or longer, with top performers eligible for conversion to direct hire. Candidates must hold the applicable journeyman-level electrical credential for the jurisdiction(s) in which they will work. Journeymen will perform all phases of commercial and residential electrical installation, work independently within the scope authorized by their license, and may supervise apprentice-level crew members under direction of a Master Electrician or Electrical Contractor.

Requirements

Valid journeyman-level electrical license or credential for the applicable Ohio jurisdiction(s)
Montgomery County (Dayton area): Ohio state journeyman license is recognized county-wide; verify any municipality-specific requirements with the local AHJ prior to project start
Minimum 4–5 years of verifiable commercial or residential electrical field experience
Expert proficiency reading electrical construction drawings: one-lines, panel schedules, riser diagrams, lighting and power plans
Full command of NEC code requirements as adopted and enforced in Ohio jurisdictions
Mastery of conduit systems — EMT, rigid, IMC, PVC — including layout, bending, and support installation
Demonstrated ability to work independently and supervise apprentice-level crew members
Valid driver's license; reliable transportation to job site
Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, and sustain physical demands across full shifts in varying conditions
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Ohio state journeyman license in good standing; familiarity with Montgomery County AHJ inspection procedures a plus
OSHA 30 – Construction certification
Aerial lift and/or forklift certification
Experience on commercial project types: multifamily, retail, data center, or light industrial
Familiarity with Bluebeam, Procore, or other plan review and field management platforms
Prior lead electrician or foreman experience on commercial construction projects

Responsibilities

Perform all phases of electrical rough-in and trim on commercial and residential projects independently and within licensed scope
Install, bend, and support EMT, rigid (GRC), IMC, and PVC conduit systems; execute offsets, saddles, 3-point and 4-point bends using hand and hydraulic benders
Pull, terminate, and label wire and cable through conduit systems; ensure proper fill ratios and NEC-compliant installation
Install and terminate panels, subpanels, breakers, and service equipment per one-line diagrams and panel schedules
Install lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, GFCI/AFCI devices, and specialty equipment per drawings and specifications
Read and interpret electrical construction drawings including one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, panel schedules, and detail sheets without supervision
Perform layout and establish conduit runs, device locations, and panel placement from electrical drawings
Supervise and direct apprentice electricians assigned to your crew; ensure work quality, code compliance, and safe practices
Perform and verify self-inspection of completed work prior to rough-in and trim inspections; coordinate AHJ inspection readiness
Identify and communicate RFIs, code conflicts, and drawing discrepancies to foreman or project management
Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work area; lead by example on site safety and housekeeping
Participate in daily toolbox talks and site safety meetings; enforce OSHA 29 CFR 1926 electrical standards and site-specific safety plans
Support material takeoffs, staging, and waste reduction as directed by foreman or superintendent