Electrician/Journeyman

nVent; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company "+

Tuition reimbursement

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off and volunteer time

Parental leave & backup care

Job summary

nVent is seeking an experienced electrical installer to assemble and wire electrical systems in custom metal centers. You will read electrical drawings, install switchgear, and perform testing while following NEC and OSHA standards.

Applicant should have at least 5 years in the electrical field, strong tool skills, and the ability to work in varying indoor/outdoor conditions. This on-site position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the electrical field or as an Electrical Helper.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Experience installing and working with electrical systems, wiring, and control equipment.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Install switchgear and electrical components into custom-built metal equipment centers.
• Plan layouts and install wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment such as switches, relays, and circuit breakers.
• Read, interpret, and follow electrical drawings and engineered designs to meet customer specifications.
• Perform electrical repairs, troubleshooting, and testing as required.
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete electrical installations safely and efficiently.
• Follow NEC code requirements and company electrical standards.
• Operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout and electrical testing procedures.
• Communicate effectively with team members and provide direction when needed.
• Work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading drawings

Schematic interpretation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measures

Grinders

Saws

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Install switchgear and electrical components into custom-built metal equipment centers
• Plan layouts and install wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment such as switches, relays, and circuit breakers
• Read, interpret, and follow electrical drawings and engineered designs to meet customer specifications
• Perform electrical repairs, troubleshooting, and testing as required
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete electrical installations safely and efficiently
• Follow NEC code requirements and company electrical standards
• Operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment as needed
• Adhere to OSHA safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout and electrical testing procedures
• Communicate effectively with team members and provide direction when needed
• Work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures

YOU HAVE:

• In‑depth knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the electrical field or as an Electrical Helper
• Experience installing and working with electrical systems, wiring, and control equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, tape measures, grinders, and saws
• Knowledge of OSHA safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout
• Team members must be able to safely perform a range of physical activities, including standing and walking for extended periods, with frequent use of hands for tasks requiring dexterity and grip. Roles may require frequent bending, kneeling, and maintaining balance, with occasional climbing or repositioning to support production needs.
• This position is classified as medium work, requiring the ability to lift, carry, or move materials up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently.
• Employees must be able to effectively communicate, hear, and visually assess work to ensure quality, safety, and accuracy in a manufacturing environment. Work is performed in a manufacturing setting that may not be climate-controlled and can include exposure to varying temperatures.
• nVent is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

WE HAVE:

We have a dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day. nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide. Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.