Low Voltage Electrician

Low Voltage Electricians

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Low Voltage Electricians for projects located in or around Memphis, TN. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is $30-$38/hour based on experience plus $160/day per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If you are an Electrician and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope

• Install, terminate, and land new campus electrical equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, buswork, control systems, and batteries at 480 V
• Install conduit, cable tray, cable, wire, and terminations per issued-for-construction drawings; perform underground duct bank, trench, and cable-pull work
• Perform installation quality checks and electrical testing (voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, insulation megger) and assist with acceptance and commissioning tests on new gear
• Read and interpret construction drawings, one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work orders
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding, clearance procedures, NFPA 70E, and PPE requirements on an active construction site
• Uncrate, set, and dress equipment; climb structures; operate hand and power tools, pulls, blowers, pumps, and portable generators
• Support construction energization sequences, punch-list closeout, and turnover to operations with engineers and vendors
• Document work performed, test results, and as-built markups
• Operate company vehicles and specialized equipment; inspect and store personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform similar or less skilled incidental duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Current state journeyman electrician license (Tennessee or Mississippi preferred, or equivalent state journeyman license with the ability to obtain TN or MS)
• 5+ years of industrial or data center electrical construction installing conduit, tray, duct bank, cable, and 480 V terminations
• Ability to read construction drawings, one-lines, manuals, and work packages
• Proficiency with common electrical test tools (multimeter, megger, ammeter) and construction hand and power tools
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout (LOTO)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights and in confined spaces, and work outdoors in all weather
• Hourly position with overtime; willingness to work nights, weekends, and extended shifts during construction and energization
• Ability and willingness to travel 80% or more on a construction rotation; per diem and/or housing provided while on site

Physical Requirements

• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; frequent overtime and weekend support is required
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, noise, heat, cold, and rain
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Stand: up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: up to 75 lbs. (unassisted) 12 hours per day
• Overhead reach: up to 3 hours per day
• Walk: up to 3 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: up to 50 lbs. (unassisted) 12 hours per day

Preferred Qualifications

• Tennessee or Mississippi journeyman electrician license
• Industrial, manufacturing, or data center construction experience building raceway and cable plant
• Experience on large-scale, multi-site construction projects that required a travel rotation
• OSHA 30 or equivalent construction safety training in addition to NFPA 70E
• Knowledge of print reading for drawings, manuals, and one-lines

Multiple Jobsite Locations Available:

• South Haven, MS
• Memphis, TN

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program earn points for hours worked
• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

Be Safe from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other "up front" costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.

Location

US-TN-MEMPHIS

Tradesmen International, Inc.