Electrician Journeyman

Evergy; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 67,502 - 90,921; Full time

Job summary

Evergy is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for Hawthorn Generating Station in Kansas City, MO. The role involves maintaining and repairing power plant equipment, reading blueprints, and troubleshooting electrical systems to ensure reliable plant operation.

Requires five years' experience in a generation plant or similar setting, plus completion of an electrician apprenticeship or equivalent training. Valid driver's license and strong safety practices are expected.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in electrical generation power plant or similar industrial setting.
• Successful completion of certified electrician apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits, PLCs, and the ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical maintenance and repairs on power plant equipment.
• Investigates faulty equipment operation and applies corrective measures.
• Reads blueprints and uses required tools to perform duties.

Skills

AC/DC circuits

Blueprint reading

Programmable Logic Controllers

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Electrician apprenticeship completion

Job description

JOB TITLE: Electrician Journeyman

REQUISITION: FOS00LC

DEPARTMENT: Hawthorn Generating Station

LOCATION: Kansas City, Missouri

PAY: $57.76

Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are recruiting candidates for an Electrician Journeyman at our Hawthorn Generating Station. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS - Performs electrical maintenance on and repairs to all types of power plant equipment. Investigates faulty equipment operation and applies corrective measures to all types of electrical equipment. Utilizes and maintains equipment or tools necessary to perform duties of the job. Performs other similar or less-skilled work as assigned.

Experience: Five years' experience in an electrical generation power plant or similar industrial concern with at least three years' experience working as a journeyman electrician or equivalent. Applicant must have successfully completed certified electrician apprenticeship or equivalent training. Successful completion of an electrician apprenticeship, equivalent experience, or equivalent training programs must be documented.

General: Demonstrable knowledge of AC and DC circuits and equipment, programmable logic controllers, and processors and the ability to read blueprints. Licensed to drive as required by state law.

Essential Job Functions: Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School or equivalent

Testing: Physical Abilities Test. Written and practical testing as required by Evergy

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Work Locations: Hawthorn Generating Station

8700 E Front St

Kansas City 64120-2302

Job: Plant Maintenance

Shift: Shift Details:

Unposting Date: Aug 1, 2026