Mining Journeyman Electrician
About the role
Loenbro is a trusted construction lifecycle partner serving industrial, mining, energy, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure customers across the United States. Our expertise lies in simplifying complex projects while delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality solutions.
Position Summary
The Mining Journeyman Electrician performs the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of electrical systems within active mining and industrial environments. This position requires a highly skilled electrician capable of working independently while supporting mine infrastructure, processing facilities, substations, MCCs, conveyor systems, crushers, pumps, hoists, and other critical mining equipment.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and repair electrical systems and equipment used in surface and underground mining operations.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, conveyors, crushers, pumps, substations, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, VFDs, and processing equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
- Install conduit systems, cable tray, grounding systems, power distribution equipment, lighting systems, and instrumentation controls.
- Perform electrical testing, commissioning, startup, and operational verification of mining and industrial equipment.
- Execute lockout/tagout procedures and comply with all MSHA, NEC, and site safety requirements.
- Mentor and support Apprentice Electricians and coordinate with site leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Current Journeyman Electrician License where applicable.
- Minimum 5+ years of industrial, mining, or heavy commercial electrical experience.
- Strong knowledge of MCCs, switchgear, substations, VFDs, motor controls, and power distribution systems.
- Ability to pass site-specific training, drug screening, and background requirements.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Work performed in active mining, industrial, and construction environments.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around heavy equipment.
- Compliance with all Loenbro EH&S policies and applicable MSHA regulations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Core Values
Living with Integrity Exceeding Expectations Acting with Urgency Delivering Excellence