Journeyman Electrician - Industrial

Industrial Electrical Journeyman – Power and Control Installations Job Overview Company: Schaffhouser Pay: $32–$38+ per hour, based on experience and skill level, plus performance-based bonus opportunities Location: Middle Tennessee / North Nashville region Primary service area: White House, Springfield, Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Clarksville corridor, Bowling Green / KY border areas when commute is reasonable Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Guaranteed 40-hour weeks with overtime potential. Weekend availability may be required based on project needs. Occasional night shift work may occur. Project Scope: Industrial and heavy commercial electrical field operations Required Licenses / Certifications: No Tennessee journeyman license required. Active journeyman or master electrician license is a plus. The Opportunity Schaffhouser is looking for an experienced industrial / journeyman-level electrician to support commercial and industrial electrical work across Middle Tennessee. This is a hands-on field role for someone who can work safely, solve problems in active facilities, and perform high-quality electrical installations, service work, and troubleshooting. This is not a traveling road-warrior position. Most work is regional/local, with employees typically going home nightly. Candidates should be comfortable driving to changing job sites across the Middle Tennessee service area. How You Will Make an Impact Install and troubleshoot industrial and commercial electrical systems. Including; electrical panelboards, switchgear, lighting systems, and disconnects efficiently. Terminate electrical conductors for power and controls ranging from 20awg to 750kcmil accurately. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair diverse electrical systems, including feeders, branch circuits, control wiring, lighting systems, disconnects, and equipment power. Install, fabricate, and route conduit, including Galvanized Rigid, Aluminum Rigid, IMC, EMT, and PVC. Utilize hand, electric, and hydraulic benders to execute precise conduit runs on every project. Collaborate in daily safe work plans and weekly meetings to uphold a strict safety culture. Support service work, equipment installs, demo/relocation work, power upgrades, and lighting projects in existing facilities. Work safely in manufacturing, food-grade, automotive, stamping, paper mill, and other industrial environments. Use lifts, ladders, rooftops, underground conduit routes, and other field conditions as needed. Minimize material waste through accurate measurements, clean installation practices, and good field planning. Lead or support small crews when needed, depending on experience level. Required Qualifications & Experience 10,000+ hours of commercial or industrial electrical experience, or completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship program. Proven experience in commercial / industrial electrical installations or service work. Ability to troubleshoot feeders, branch circuits, control wiring, lighting, and equipment power. Ability to read prints, follow field direction, and adapt to existing facility conditions. Standard electrical hand tools. Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel to regional job sites, typically within about an hour of home or the assigned work area. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and occasional night shifts when project needs require it. Preferred Qualifications 8–10+ years of industrial or heavy commercial electrical experience. Lead electrician, foreman, or crew-lead experience. Active journeyman or master electrician license. Experience in manufacturing, food processing, automotive, stamping, paper mills, or similar industrial environments. Experience with control wiring, rigid conduit, lifts, underground conduit, and existing-facility service work. High school diploma or GED. Compensation & Benefits Weekly pay. Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level. Overtime potential. Performance-based bonus opportunities. Medical insurance available. Company-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability options. 401(k) with up to 5% company match after eligibility period. Paid vacation and recognized holidays. Tennessee Department of Labor registered in-house apprenticeship program and career advancement paths. Ongoing training opportunities, including manufacturer training, OSHA, fall protection, and lift certifications. Company-provided safety equipment and uniforms, including shirts, hi-vis, safety glasses, harness, and hardhat. Company events, referral bonus opportunities, tool programs, and employee recognition. About Us Schaffhouser is a veteran-owned industrial electrical contractor serving clients and communities since 2010. We support commercial and industrial customers with high-quality electrical service, controls, maintenance, repairs, and project work across both Middle Tennessee and East Tennessee markets. Our current opportunities include work in the Middle Tennessee / North Nashville region and the East Tennessee corridor, including Athens, Loudon, Knoxville, Maryville, Cleveland, and Chattanooga-area job sites. Our team culture is safety-focused, family-oriented, and built around craftsmanship, accountability, and long-term growth. If you are an experienced electrician looking for industrial electrical work in either the Middle Tennessee or East Tennessee market, we encourage you to apply today! Schaffhouser is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.