Traveling Electrical Journeyman

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Journeyman Level Electrician for a Cedar Rapids, Iowa Data Center to lead commercial electrical projects from the field. This position is ideal for a licensed journeyman who is confident managing crews, coordinating daily job site activities, maintaining quality workmanship, and ensuring projects stay on schedule while meeting all safety and code requirements.

Per diem available if qualified.

job entails working 6 days per work 60+ hours. Anyone working 6 days will receive a seventh day of per diem. Per diem will be paid at $178.00 per working day, $1246 for a six day week.

Must have Journeyman license or willing to reciprocate the license to Iowa before starting.

(states that can reciprocate to Iowa: Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations on assigned commercial electrical projects
• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate apprentices and field electricians
• Plan and assign daily work to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met
• Install, maintain, and repair commercial electrical systems as needed
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, specifications, and project drawings
• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, inspectors, and other trades
• Bend and install EMT, rigid conduit, cable tray, and other raceway systems
• Install panels, switchgear, lighting systems, feeders, and commercial electrical equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and resolve field issues efficiently
• Ensure all work complies with NEC, local electrical codes, and OSHA safety standards
• Conduct job site safety meetings and maintain a clean, organized, and productive work environment
• Track material needs, identify shortages, and coordinate deliveries
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets company and customer expectations
• Complete daily reports and communicate project progress to management

Required Qualifications

• Current Journeyman Electrician license
• Proven experience leading commercial electrical projects and field crews
• Strong knowledge of NEC, commercial electrical systems, and construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents
• Experience coordinating multiple tasks and maintaining project schedules
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Commitment to quality workmanship and job site safety

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience managing crews on active commercial construction projects
• Experience with motor controls, switchgear, generators, and lighting control systems
• Ability to operate lifts and work from ladders and scaffolding
• Experience coordinating inspections, material procurement, and project closeout
• Proficiency using tablets or mobile devices for daily reporting and documentation

Per diem available to those who qualify.

Company Description

We consider applicants for all positions without regard for race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employees are subject to Form I-9 Employment Eligibility.

Company Description

We consider applicants for all positions without regard for race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employees are subject to Form I-9 Employment Eligibility.