Full-Time Journeyman Electrician

Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to support commercial and industrial electrical projects throughout the Raleigh-Durham area.

This role is ideal for an electrician who can complete installations, read electrical drawings, troubleshoot field issues, and take ownership of assigned work with limited supervision. The position may also provide day-to-day direction to a small team of helpers or apprentices.

Successful candidates should be dependable, safety-conscious, productive, and committed to quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, modify, and repair commercial and industrial electrical systems

Install panels, disconnects, transformers, junction boxes, lighting systems, receptacles, switches, branch circuits, feeders, and related electrical equipment

Measure, cut, bend, thread, ream, assemble, and install EMT, rigid conduit, PVC, raceways, and other approved wiring systems

Install MC cable and related electrical wiring systems

Pull, route, identify, splice, and terminate conductors and cables

Perform grounding and bonding according to applicable electrical requirements

Read and follow blueprints, schematics, panel schedules, layouts, and project specifications

Assist with electrical layout and conduit or wiring routing

Test and troubleshoot circuits, wiring, devices, and electrical equipment

Complete necessary repairs, adjustments, and corrections

Coordinate electrical work with foremen and other skilled trades

Identify required tools, equipment, and materials for assigned tasks

Maintain tools, materials, and work areas in a safe and organized condition

Follow NEC requirements, OSHA guidelines, site-specific safety procedures, and required PPE standards

Leadership Responsibilities

This position may provide direction to 1-3 electrical helpers or apprentices, including:

Assigning and explaining daily tasks

Demonstrating proper installation methods

Monitoring work for quality, safety, and productivity

Assisting less-experienced team members as needed

Communicating job progress, material needs, and field concerns to the foreman

This is not a foreman-level position, but candidates should be comfortable managing smaller assignments and helping maintain crew productivity.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical experience

Commercial and/or industrial electrical construction experience preferred

Strong understanding of electrical installation methods and basic electrical theory

Experience with conduit bending, wire pulling, splicing, and terminations

Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and layouts

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Ability to troubleshoot common electrical issues

Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment

Ability to complete assigned work with limited supervision

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Reliable transportation to assigned jobsites

Appropriate personal hand tools for the electrical trade

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA 10 certification

Experience with large commercial or industrial construction projects

Experience with switchgear, electrical distribution, and lighting systems

Previous experience directing helpers or apprentices

Experience operating personnel lifts or construction equipment when properly trained and authorized

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of electrical construction work, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work may include:

Standing and walking for extended periods

Bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and working overhead

Climbing ladders and working from approved elevated platforms

Working in indoor and outdoor construction environments

Safely handling tools, conduit, wire, materials, and equipment

Working around active construction equipment and other trades

What We Offer

Competitive pay of $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Pay based on experience and demonstrated skill level

Consistent commercial and industrial project opportunities

Long-term assignments based on project needs and performance

Opportunities to develop leadership skills

Potential advancement into senior electrician, lead, or foreman-level roles

Professional, safety-focused work environment

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dependable electrician who takes pride in their craftsmanship, communicates well with supervisors and coworkers, and can complete assigned work safely and efficiently.

Candidates who are ready to take on greater responsibility and continue developing toward senior or leadership-level electrical roles are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 3 - 5 years

Salary: $22 - $25 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No