commercial journeyman electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, highly motivated Commercial Electrician with 6+ years of commercial field experience . In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems in commercial and light industrial environments. The ideal candidate must be a master at bending and running conduit (EMT, Rigid) , possess a sharp eye for reading blueprints , and be capable of working independently or leading small crews to complete projects on time and up to code.

Core Responsibilities - Conduit & Pipe Work: Expertly measure, bend, and route conduit, including EMT, IMC, and Rigid pipe. Proficient in complex bends (saddles, offsets, concentric, back-to-back) using hand, mechanical, and electric benders.

• Blueprint Reading: Interpret electrical schematics, architectural blueprints, one-line diagrams, and technical layouts to accurately map out circuitry and equipment placement.
• System Installation: Install, wire, and terminate commercial panels, switchgear, transformers, light fixtures, control systems, and devices.
• Wire Pulling: Efficiently pull wire and feed cables through conduit runs, cable trays, and building structures.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose, test, and repair electrical malfunctions in commercial systems, circuits, and apparatus with minimal supervision.
• Code Compliance: Maintain a strict standard of safety and quality, ensuring all installations strictly comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA standards, and local job specifications.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Actively guide and mentor apprentices or helpers on-site. Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other MEP trades to keep job timelines on track.

Qualifications & Requirements - Experience: Minimum of 6 years of true commercial electrical field experience (offices, retail, medical buildings, warehouses, or similar).

• Technical Skills: Proven mastery in conduit bending/installation and a strong history of reading blueprints without guidance.
• Tools & Transport: Own a complete set of standard hand tools of the trade. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Physical Stamina: Able to climb ladders, operate scissor lifts, work in tight spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Professionalism: Strong communication skills for interacting with project managers and client representatives. Reliable, punctual, and safety-minded.

contract to perm- 60 mile radius of Emerson,NJ (home office). 7-330pm