Electrician III

HENSEL PHELPS; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking an Electrician III to supervise and perform advanced electrical duties, including installation, preventive maintenance, and code compliance for multiple clients. This role requires strong leadership, the ability to troubleshoot complex systems, and adherence to Federal, State, and local codes.

The position demands six years as an Electrician with a Journeyman license, plus three-plus years of supervising experience.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician License; six years as an Electrician.
• Three (3+) years of supervising experience and managing conflict resolution.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and communicate instructions; verbal and written communication.
• Ability to learn additional programs quickly.
• Eight (8) years’ experience as an electrician (preferred) in a commercial setting.

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot controls and power electrical systems.
• Oversee removal and replacement of motors, starters, relays, fuses, and primary control components.
• Supervise and troubleshoot primary electronic systems using ladder logic, diagrams, and schematics.
• Perform high-level mechanical operations, repair, and maintenance to building systems including UPS, generators, PV systems.
• Interpret and understand Federal, State, and local code ordinances.
• Must be able to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Reading and writing instructions

Quick learner

Commercial experience

Education

Journeyman Electrician License

Job description

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Description

The Electrician III will supervise and perform advanced -level electrical duties to include installation, preventative maintenance, and code compliance for a specific client(s). This position certifies compliance with Federal, State and Local laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot controls and power electrical systems
• Oversee the removal and replacement of motors, starters, relays, limit switches, fuses, and primary control components
• Supervise and troubleshoot primary electronic systems using high-level ladder logic, diagrams, and schematics
• Ability to make new installation wiring hook‑ups and upgrade present equipment
• Ability to assemble, inspect, adjust, repair, and/or replace faulty parts and wiring on all types of electronic and electrical devices
• Support at a high-level mechanical and electrical repair
• Perform high-level mechanical operations, repair, and maintenance to building systems to include automatic transfer switches, UPS/battery storage, emergency generators, and photovoltaic systems
• Interpret and understand Federal, State, and local code ordinances
• Must be able to work varying shifts including, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to supervise a team and handle conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician License Six (6) years of experience as an Electrician and/or a combination of education and experience
• Three (3+) years of supervising experience and managing conflict resolution
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and communicate instructions Ability to communication both verbally and in writing Must be able to communicate effectively Basic computer skills such as internet, email, electronic manual, etc
• Ability to learn additional programs quickly
• Preferred Qualifications: Eight (8) years’ experience as an electrician Prior work experience in a commercial setting

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
• Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.
• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
• Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.
• Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Education

Journeyman Electrician License Six (6) years of experience as an Electrician and/or a combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our fulltime employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance, as well as optional participation in a flexible spending account (FSA) for Dependent Care. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)