Position Overview:
The Journeyman Electrician is a licensed or otherwise certified electrical craftsman that performs a wide range of skills including installation of complex electrical systems, troubleshooting, repair, demolition, maintenance, layout, cleanup, remodel or other related activities in a safe manner. These activities are safely performed in a variety of settings including construction, existing facilities, roadways, industrial, healthcare, service, commercial. governmental and other facets of the electrical industry. Journeyman electricians also supervise and train apprentice workers and CW/CE employees. Journeyman electricians are typically directed and supervised by a Field Superintendent/Foreman.
Essential Job Functions:
- Performs work required for the repair, maintenance, installation, and modernization of electrical systems for buildings, equipment and grounds.
- Performs work of a skilled variety demanding a high degree of manual and technical competency.
- Locates and determines electrical malfunctions using test equipment.
- Repairs malfunctions by such methods as replacing burned out elements, fuses, and replacing defective wiring, cleaning and repairing motors.
- Tests electrical equipment, such as, motors, heaters, and controls for safety and efficiency, using standard test equipment and by observing functions.
- Installs fixtures, wiring conduits, motors, and other electrical equipment.
- Inspects circuits for specified shielding and grounding.
- Knowledge of security and fire alarm systems.
- Performs other duties as may be required.
- Perform manual labor as required that may include:
- Manual excavation
- Bending Pipe
- Pulling wire
- Lifting 50 pounds
- Working with hands overhead
- Using heavy equipment
- Using power tools
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Thorough knowledge of the electrical trade.
- Journeyman Electrician's License.
- Requires initiative and ingenuity to analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications and electrical codes.
- Ability to sustain considerable physical effort at frequent intervals.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. Miller Electric Company is an equal opportunity employer.
