Journeyman Electrician - Industrial

Schaffhouser

Job Overview

Primary Service Area

Required Licenses / Certifications

The Opportunity

How You Will Make An Impact

Required Qualifications & Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

About Us

Company: Schaffhouser
Pay: $32–$38+ per hour, based on experience and skill level, plus performance-based bonus opportunities
Location: Middle Tennessee / North Nashville region
Primary service area: White House, Springfield, Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Clarksville corridor, Bowling Green / KY border areas when commute is reasonable
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Guaranteed 40-hour weeks with overtime potential. Weekend availability may be required based on project needs. Occasional night shift work may occur

Project Scope

• Industrial and heavy commercial electrical field operations

Install and troubleshoot industrial and commercial electrical systems

• Electrical panelboards, switchgear, lighting systems, and disconnects
• Terminate electrical conductors for power and controls ranging from 20awg to 750kcmil
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair diverse electrical systems, including feeders, branch circuits, control wiring, lighting systems, disconnects, and equipment power
• Install, fabricate, and route conduit, including Galvanized Rigid, Aluminum Rigid, IMC, EMT, and PVC
• Utilize hand, electric, and hydraulic benders to execute precise conduit runs on every project
• Collaborate in daily safe work plans and weekly meetings to uphold a strict safety culture
• Support service work, equipment installs, demo/relocation work, power upgrades, and lighting projects in existing facilities
• Work safely in manufacturing, food-grade, automotive, stamping, paper mill, and other industrial environments
• Use lifts, ladders, rooftops, underground conduit routes, and other field conditions as needed
• Minimize material waste through accurate measurements, clean installation practices, and good field planning
• Lead or support small crews when needed, depending on experience level

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 10,000+ hours of commercial or industrial electrical experience, or completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship program
• Proven experience in commercial / industrial electrical installations or service work
• Ability to troubleshoot feeders, branch circuits, control wiring, lighting, and equipment power
• Ability to read prints, follow field direction, and adapt to existing facility conditions
• Standard electrical hand tools
• Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel to regional job sites, typically within about an hour of home or the assigned work area
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and occasional night shifts when project needs require it

Preferred Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of industrial or heavy commercial electrical experience
• Lead electrician, foreman, or crew-lead experience
• Active journeyman or master electrician license
• Experience in manufacturing, food processing, automotive, stamping, paper mills, or similar industrial environments
• Experience with control wiring, rigid conduit, lifts, underground conduit, and existing-facility service work
• High school diploma or GED

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level
• Overtime potential
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical insurance available
• Company-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability options
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match after eligibility period
• Paid vacation and recognized holidays
• Tennessee Department of Labor registered in-house apprenticeship program and career advancement paths
• Ongoing training opportunities, including manufacturer training, OSHA, fall protection, and lift certifications
• Company-provided safety equipment and uniforms, including shirts, hi-vis, safety glasses, harness, and hardhat
• Company events, referral bonus opportunities, tool programs, and employee recognition

About Us

Schaffhouser is a veteran-owned industrial electrical contractor serving clients and communities since 2010. We support commercial and industrial customers with high-quality electrical service, controls, maintenance, repairs, and project work across both Middle Tennessee and East Tennessee markets. Our current opportunities include work in the Middle Tennessee / North Nashville region and the East Tennessee corridor, including Athens, Loudon, Knoxville, Maryville, Cleveland, and Chattanooga-area job sites. Our team culture is safety-focused, family-oriented, and built around craftsmanship, accountability, and long-term growth.