Journeyman Electrician

The Journeyman Electrician E‑6 participates in the construction, installation, alterations, additions, modifications, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, conductors, facilities, and equipment within the electrical construction industry. This role works under general supervision and may lead a crew, directing apprentices and helpers as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and work with a crew
• Install all types of electrical work
• Troubleshoot motors, controls, circuits, and equipment
• Interpret layout and blueprints efficiently
• Rig and set up for all locations
• Apply basic electrical theory knowledge
• Identify wire colors accurately
• Read, comprehend, and draw prints and schematics
• Bend conduit using hand benders
• Use power tools, saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, and knockout punches
• Dig trenches with hand tools or power equipment
• Operate trenchers, backhoes, and lift trucks safely
• Follow safe‑work procedures per GNS Electric Safety Manual, Haz‑Com Policy, and Lockout/Tagout Policy
• Operate two‑handed tools such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jackhammers
• Drive company vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions
• Read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, specifications, worksite directions, blueprints, and written instructions
• Operate mechanical personnel lifts (electric or gas powered)
• Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Policy and work only on de‑energized, locked‑out circuits
• Possess the skills of all lower E‑rating job descriptions
• Demonstrate competencies in technical capacity, problem solving and analysis, project management, communication proficiency, professional demeanor, personal effectiveness, and credibility

Work Environment

• Work performed in varying weather conditions depending on job location and season
• Utilize construction site sanitary facilities
• Access restricted areas such as switchgear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, and attics
• Required use of personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, and respirator when required
• Work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, including overtime and night shifts as needed
• Operate in noisy environments

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license
• Minimum of 5 years commercial or industrial electrical experience
• Demonstrated ethical leadership
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions using common‑sense understanding
• Ability to resolve problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations

Physical Demands

• Bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead
• Lift up to 51 pounds
• Stand for extended periods
• Climb ladders
• Walk from parking areas to job sites and access all site levels, including OSHA‑approved ladders or approved stairs
• Normal or corrected vision required
• Work at varying heights using ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other safe work areas
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers

Salary

$35‑45 per hour