Commericial Electrician

Adams-Electric-Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Electric Company in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Commercial Electrician to install, maintain, and repair commercial electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes. You'll work on conduit, wiring, lighting, and panel work on active job sites.

Reading electrical drawings (including BIM) and coordinating with foremen, you’ll ensure safe, high‑quality installations. OSHA 10 and 4–6 years related experience are preferred; candidates must be able to lift heavy objects and work from ladders

Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification is preferred
• 4–6 years of related experience or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work on construction sites

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair commercial electrical systems, wiring, equipment and fixtures in accordance with codes
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, including BIM, to coordinate power, lighting and data locations
• Inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems to identify hazards and ensure safety and compliance
• Supervise apprentices and helpers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring safely and efficiently

Job description

Adams Electric Company

Commercial Electrician

5921 Harris Technology Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28269

Salary: 24.00 - 34.00 USD / HOUR

Work Schedule: Work schedule as assigned by Foreman/Crew Leader. Over time or off hour work may be required

POSITION SUMMARY

Install, maintain, and repair commercial electrical systems, wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with all relevant codes. Install conduit systems, hang light fixtures, install feeder wire and terminate electrical panels

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Basic tasks Electrician is expected to complete and understand with minimal oversight include:
  • Underground raceway installation
  • Overhead Conduit Installation including EMT, GRC, IMC from ½” to 4”
  • Branch Wire Sorting and Pulling
  • Branch Terminations on Source and Device/Fixture Side
  • General Understanding of Lighting Controls
  • Basic Code Requirements for Other Electrical Systems such as Fire Alarm
• Layout, install, repair or replace electrical wiring, equipment, components and fixtures using hand and power tools; based on job specifications, electrical drawings and local codes
• Inspect and trouble shoot electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety rules
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures to ensure compatibility and safety of system
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including circuit tracers, volt meters, megger, proximity testers and ohmmeters
• Install panel boards, transformers, motor control centers and motors
• Layout and work from ladders, aerial lifts, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, outlet/junction boxes, fixtures and fixture whips
• Place conduit, pipes or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
• Maintain trade specific tools and are required as shown in Adams Electric’s tool list
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects

Safety

• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (Hard hat, vest, protective eye ware, safety boots)
• Assist with administration duties such as preparing Jobsite Safety Analysis, Jobsite Hazard Analysis and preparation of safety reports
• Direct and instruct apprentices and helpers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in safely manner to meet Adams Electric Company requirements
• Notify the Foreman when operation could be hazardous or could cause safety violation

Quality Control

• Work with foreman to resolve all QA/QC issues in timely manner
• Ensure all work is install on time and the quality of installation meets Adams Electric Company standards

Job Task Logistics

• Responsible for maintaining and organizing material for current task
• Responsible for maintaining and organizing a clean work station and properly storing all material and company tools for task

Electrical Drawings

• Responsible for reading and interpreting Electrical Drawings including, but not limited to Power, Lighting, Fire Alarm, Systems, Nurse Call,
• Responsible for reading and interpreting Architectural Drawings in order to coordinate power, lighting and data locations within walls, ceilings, casework, etc.
• Review Adams shop drawings with Foreman for task to ensure quality of installation meets Adams Electric Company requirements
• Responsible for reading and interpreting BIM drawings including, but not limited to Power, Lighting, Fire Alarm, Systems, Nurse Call,

Pre-Fabrication

• Share ideas with Foreman and coworkers and constantly explore opportunities for Pre-Fabrication in all pieces of work

POSITION QUALIFICATION

Education

• OSHA 10
• 4-6 years related experience or equivalent knowledge and experience

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at 336-349-6283

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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