Journeyman Electrician (JW) Milwaukee

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


1.

PHYSICAL CONDITION


Must be physically capable of performing the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants who reach employable status must successfully pass a drug screen test before placement in the field.

2.


WORK LOCATIONS

Must be able to get to construction sites in the four county area of: Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties.

3.


OSHA 10 SAFETY

The OSHA 10 Safety Training for the Construction Industry certification is required for all workers.

If you wish, you may complete this training online at: Be sure to complete "OSHA-10 Hour for Construction Industry." There is a $59.00 online fee.

4.

WI JOURNEYMAN

Must possess a Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROGRAM :

Work - A JW will work on various construction projects.

Cost - Each worker will have to purchase their own hand tools (list will be provided).

Each worker will join the Local Union #494. There is a one-time initiation fee and quarterly dues you will be required to pay AFTER you are hired.

License - As a JW you will be required to obtain and keep current a State of WI Journeyman Electrician or Masters Electrician License.


EXAMPLES OF TYPES OF PROJECTS WORKED ON

COMMERCIAL - Office Buildings, Hospitals, Schools and Shopping Centers

INDUSTRIAL - Small Machine Shops, AC/Delco, Briggs & Stratton, and Rexnord


EXAMPLES OF TASKS PERFORMED BY JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS

Bending conduit/pulling of wire and cable/lighting fixture installation/digging a trench for cable or conduit/installing Romex or B.X./wiring & setting of service switch gear/mounting and wiring transformers/reading blueprints

EXAMPLES OF FACTORS THAT CAN EFFECT JOB CONDITIONS

Stage of construction- open walls, no windows, unsealed roof

Weather - heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dampness

Cleanliness - mud, dust, debris, water

Noise - tools, equipment, mfg. Lines

Heavy Lifting - large conduit, large cable, cartons of material


ABOVE THE GROUND

In the electrical construction trade, the majority of work is done above the ground. This work is performed using ladders, scaffolding and power lifts. If you have a fear of heights, the construction electrician program is not for you.


COUNTY WORK AREA

When placed with a contractor, you can expect to consistently work anywhere in the 4 county area. This area includes Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. You may also be asked to work in other locations in other parts of south-eastern Wisconsin.

WAGES AND BENEFITS FOR JW UNION MEMBERS
JW classification and wages are reviewed and confirmed by the IBEW Local #494 on proven on the job experience.

There are also additional benefits included in the wage package:

Vacation and Holiday, Health and Welfare, Local Pension, NEBF Pension

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.