Master Electrician

Benedict Sales & Service•Altoona, WI

About The Position

The Master Electrician installs, services, and maintains electrical systems for commercial mechanical structures, equipment, and related components on new, remodel, and repair projects. The role performs Master-level electrical work safely, efficiently, and with expert knowledge. The position has no direct reports and works primarily independently, with occasional teamwork, under direct supervision. The position is in the Install department, reports to the Director of Operations, is non-exempt, and is full-time. It requires 10 or more years of experience as a licensed electrician. Work involves travel to job sites 100% of the time and a non-standard schedule that may include emergency on-call work, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience as a licensed electrician.
Experience working with medium-voltage systems.
Licensed Electrician, with formal recognition by an appropriate trade organization of journeyman Electrician status in the State of Wisconsin.
Valid Class D driver's license and commercial insurability.
Strong problem-solving, mechanical, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of state and federal electrical codes and ability to recognize occupational hazards and necessary precautions.
Proficient and safe use of electrical trade tools, equipment, materials, and methods, including motor starters, frequency drives, multimeters, and amprobes.
Ability to read and interpret complex manuals, wiring schematics, circuit diagrams, blueprints, and code.
Ability to design, lay out, and develop material lists for repairs, maintenance, and installations.
Strong planning, organization, prioritization, and task-management skills.
Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines.
Ability to perform effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
Skilled in operating aerial lift equipment, including scissor lifts and boom lifts.
Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn new software quickly.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong work habits, including punctuality, accountability, thoroughness, and resourcefulness.
Ability to travel to job sites 100% of the time.
Ability to work a non-standard schedule, including emergency on-call work, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to remain stationary for 2–4 hours while traveling to and working on job sites; walk through indoor and outdoor sites, including uneven surfaces; and frequently climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to bend, stoop, and access small, confined spaces; perform repetitive finger motions and hand movements; and extend arms outward and upward for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally more than 75 pounds.
Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and tolerate frequent exposure to loud noise, vibration, dust, low-light conditions, extreme temperatures, and outdoor weather, while wearing required PPE for the full shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial industrial electrical work.
Experience in installation, service, and/or maintenance of HVACR and commercial food service equipment.
Federal Medical Card to transport large commercial trailers.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs in compliance with trade standards, building codes, and safety requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints and drawings and complete electrical calculations to determine specifications, materials, and equipment needs.
Communicate project plans, progress, and outcomes with internal staff, clients, and customers.
Collaborate professionally with external contractors and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Use a computerized management system to record work progress, maintain accurate documentation, and meet reporting deadlines.
Prepare work areas, gather materials, safely operate and maintain tools and the company vehicle, and clean up after project completion.
Set and achieve individual goals and contribute to department objectives.
Demonstrate strong communication, versatility, follow-through, and customer focus.
Uphold professionalism, timeliness, accuracy, and a positive company image.
Adhere to all company and industry safety standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.