Journeyman Electrician - Morgantown, WV

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The general role of a Journeyman Electrician is to work in conjunction with Electricians and Electrical Foreman to install, maintain, and repair various electrical components within customer locations. This position will lead and mentor entry level electricians such as Electrical Apprentices.

This individual will work with both low and high voltage electrical applications, and work in a wide array of industries including Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Oil and Gas, Coal, Wind Energy, etc. This position must be flexible and willing to travel with overnight stays and work extended hours as needed.

The Journeyman Electrician will report to the Department Manager - Electrical and will work primarily out of the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in industrial facilities
• Install basic and more complex electrical components such as motor control centers, transformers, instrumentation, switch gears, PLC controls, etc.
• Run a variety of styles and sizes of conduit and cable trays to electrical devices
• Pull wire to termination boxes, panels, and other controllers
• Load and unload tools, materials, equipment, etc.
• Read and follow electrical code, manuals, wiring and circuitry diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and
  other electrical specifications
• Trouble-shoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues, systems, and components independently with
  minimal direction and supervision
• Drive ground rods and install grounding grids
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electrical equipment pertinent to the electrical trade
• Assess jobs as needed to determine material, tool, and equipment needs
• Communicate and coordinate with customers to ensure successful job completion
• Lead smaller jobs as required
• Assist with paperwork and documentation for accurate record keeping
• Lead and mentor entry level electricians such as Electrical Apprentices

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• 3 + years of electrical experience or equivalent/relevant education preferred
• Experience in industrial electrical preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Possess a Journeyman License (WV preferred) and required to obtain WV Journeyman License within 6 months from hire
• Possess basic knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code), electrical theory, and AC and DC circuits
• Ability to utilize tools and diagnostic devices relevant to the electrical trade
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, circuitry, and schematics
• Must be dependable; trustworthy; and possess a positive and productive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well with others and act in a respectful manner towards co-workers and customers
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Ability to take accurate measurements
• Possess an aptitude for leadership and customer service

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Kneel, stoop, bend, squat, and climb a ladder
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work at heights up to 60ft for extended periods of time
  
• Work in confined spaces
• Work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather
• Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.