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location: USA, Canada

Journeyman Electrician

Job description

Position: Journeyman Electrician

Employment Status: Full-Time Regular

In the role, the Journeyman Electrician will be responsible for installing and troubleshooting Building Management Systems involving HVAC controls, VFD, lighting contactors, relays, motors, and PLSs.

Reports to

Field Operations Manager

Responsibilities

  • Install Automatic Temperature Control Systems
  • Install electrical meters in the main switchgear
  • Test and verify system reading ensuring optimal system operation
  • Perform system checkout and assist in system startup
  • Completes and submits electronic reports covering all aspects of each assignment and activity
  • Provides technical support and training when applicable
  • Must be able to work independently in the absence of a supervisor with minimum supervision
  • Must have strong organization skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both oral and written)
  • Team player who is cooperative and supportive, able to meet internal and external expectations

Required Skills & Education

  • High school diploma (or GED)
  • Active Electrical Journeyman license
  • Minimum 5 years as an electrician or 5 years working with electrical systems, or any other low voltage control work or HVAC background (preferably in a commercial/retail environment) highly desired
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams
  • Proficient with operating a laptop and P/C

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with computerized electrical circuits and systems as they relate to HVAC controls (electronic, pneumatic, and digital direct)
  • Experience with AC/DC circuits, lighting contactors, and relays
  • Knowledge of BACnet and MODBUS protocol
  • Strong control background with any Building Management System

Physical demands

Controls Electricians (Installation) Technicians will spend majority of the time within the mechanical and electrical rooms, and may encounter hazardous or confined spaces. Employee must be able to work and do the following:

  • Drilling
  • Bending
  • Stooping
  • Squatting
  • Climbing ladders
  • Kneeling
  • Pushing / Pulling
  • Standing for long periods of time
  • Reaching
  • Carrying / Lifting
  • Will experience temperature variations

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K Plan with Company % Match
  • Vacation & Holiday Pay
  • Company provided vehicle, cell phone and laptop, if applicable
  • Company assisted industry licensure
  • Referral program

Schedule

  • Up to 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types

  • Bonus pay

Willingness to travel

  • 100% (Required)

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