Electrician in New Bern

Energy Jobline ZR; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

2 weeks paid time off

6 paid holidays

Paid weekly

401(k) with 4% match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Boot voucher program

Worker referral program

Per diem when qualifications met

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

LJ Electrical Company is seeking an experienced electrician to perform a wide range of electrical tasks with minimal supervision. The role may involve leading a crew of journeymen and apprentices and requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

The candidate should have at least five years of electrical experience and be prepared for background checks and drug testing as required by the project. Safety and compliance are emphasized at all times.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of electrical experience.
• Must pass background check.
• Must have current driver’s license and own transportation.
• Drug testing as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical tasks with minimal supervision. May be part of a crew or lead the crew.
• Lead or supervise journeyman and apprentices on projects.

Skills

Color identification

Blueprints reading

Conduit bending

Hand tools

Power tools

Digging trenches

Ladder work

Reading instructions

Overhead work

Supervising others

Tools

Power tools

Saws

Conduit threading machines

Wire pullers

Knockout punches

Backhoes

Aerial lifts

Job description

Job Description

*MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK TO OBTAIN BASE ACCESS*

Responsibilities

Performs all electrical tasks with minimal general supervision or direction. This employee may be
part of a crew of journeyman and apprentices or the lead person supervising and directing the work
of the crew.

Licenses: Current driver's license and have own transportation.

Experience: Has five years or more of previous electrical experience.
Testing: Drug Testing as required.

Working Conditions

- Includes inside and outside in all elements of weather.
Job requires working from all types of ladders, must have all required personal tools with them at all times including a tool belt to facilitate the proper placement of personal hand tools.
Perform work at various heights, up to 90' from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks or other safe work areas and/or platforms.
Ability to work in restricted areas such as (switchgear rooms, underground electrical vaults, utility tunnels, crawl spaces and attic spaces).
Employee must wear all proper personal protective equipment at all times as required for the specific job duties.

Skill Level

Positively identify colors of wires, comprehends reading and drawing prints and schematics of same.
Able to accurately make bends in conduit utilizing a hand bender or mechanical bender.
Must be familiar with and have the ability to use all power tools, saws, conduit threading machines, wire pullers and knockout punches.
Capable of digging trenches either by hand or with power equipment.
Operate equipment such as backhoe's, trenchers, lift trucks and excavators.
Must adhere to company safety regulations, haz-com policy and lockout-tagout policy.
Must be able to operate two handed tools/equipment such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools and jack hammers.
Must be able to read and follow jobsite specific directions, specifications, instructional manuals and blueprints.
Must be able to work from an aerial lift.
Must be able to supervise jobsite employees such as other electricians and/or apprentice's to complete an assigned project.

Physical Function

Ability to lift 75 pounds.
Climb Ladders of all types and sizes.
Ability to perform overhead work for full day assignments.
Must be able to gain employee access to jobsites.
Possess good vision either normally or corrected.
Responsible for making sure all tools are stored in a safe place as designated by the jobsite Foreman.
Ability to be constantly moving on your feet.

Benefits

• competitive wages
• 2 weeks annually ofpaid time off
• 6 paid holidays
• paid weekly
• 401(k) program with 4% match
• Medical, dental, visions benefits
• Company provided long term and life insurance
• short term
• boot voucher program
• worker referral program
• per diem when qualifications met
• professional development opportunities

LJ Electrical Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

About Us: L J Electrical Company is a leader in providing top-notch electrical services across North Carolina. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions that empower our clients and enhance their environments. We are committed to excellence in workmanship, exceptional customer service, and sustainable practices, ensuring every project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.