In-Shop Master Electrician

I-5 Design Build; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Seven paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid time off after 1 year

Bonuses

Job summary

I-5 Design Build is seeking an In-Shop Master Electrician to support electrical work in our Lacey production facility. Washington master electrician credential and 5+ years as a Journeyman Electrician are required.

The role focuses on specialty lighting, lighting controls, and collaboration with designers, engineers, fabricators, and installers. You will oversee a small crew, perform installations, testing, and troubleshooting while ensuring safety, code compliance, and quality.

Qualifications

• Washington master electrician credential required.
• At least 5 years as Journeyman Electrician.
• Expertise in installation, programming, and troubleshooting of lighting control systems.
• Experience with custom electrical and lighting installations.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical work in I-5's Lacey production facility.
• Supervise two Journeyman Electricians and provide technical direction.
• Install and test complex lighting control networks for custom components.
• Ensure code compliance and safety standards.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, fabrication, and installation teams.
• Maintain accurate electrical documentation.

Skills

Master Electrician

DMX Lighting

Lighting Controls

Electrical Troubleshooting

Project Leadership

Electrical Codes

Job description

I-5 Design Build

Master Electrician With DMX Lightning Experience

I-5 Design Build

Master Electrician With DMX Lightning Experience

Location: Lacey, WA

Work arrangement: Full-time, in-person position at the I-5 production facility

Pay: $70 - $80 per hour, depending on experience

Apply Your Electrical Expertise to Custom-Built Architectural Features

I-5 Design Build is a national design-build firm with more than 40 years of experience creating casino, hospitality, entertainment, food and beverage, and high-end commercial environments. Our Lacey production facility fabricates many of the customized architectural and decorative components installed in I-5 projects throughout the country.

About the Role

I-5 Design Build is seeking an In-Shop Master Electrician to support electrical work associated with its custom production and fabrication operation. This position is based in the Lacey shop and requires a Washington master-level electrical credential, alongside deep expertise in specialty lighting and complex lighting controls.

You will help ensure electrical work completed within the production environment meets applicable codes, project requirements, quality expectations, and safety standards. The role requires someone who combines advanced electrical knowledge with strong communication and the flexibility to work on customized, project-specific assemblies.

Unlike repetitive production electrical work, I-5's projects frequently feature distinctive architectural elements and highly customized specialty lighting systems that require careful coordination with designers, engineers, fabricators, production employees, and installation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the company's Master Electrician and provide leadership for electrical work performed within I-5's Lacey production facility
• Work as a hands-on supervisor alongside two Journeyman Electricians
• Perform day-to-day electrical, specialty lighting, and lighting control system installations for custom-fabricated architectural and decorative components
• Oversee and provide technical direction to Journeyman Electricians performing electrical work
• Program, test, and troubleshoot complex lighting control networks and advanced lighting systems prior to field installation
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and project requirements to ensure proper lighting and control integration
• Verify that all electrical and lighting work complies with applicable codes, safety requirements, and company quality standards
• Inspect completed electrical work for quality, accuracy, code compliance, and readiness for installation
• Coordinate electrical and specialty lighting requirements with design, engineering, production, and project teams
• Help identify practical electrical solutions for custom components and changing project conditions
• Maintain safe work practices and accurate electrical documentation
• Support production schedules by ensuring electrical work is completed accurately and efficiently

Required Qualifications

• Current Washington Master Electrician credential, valid and in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Journeyman Electrician
• Proven expertise in the installation, programming, and troubleshooting of specialty lighting and lighting control systems
• Strong hands-on experience with custom electrical and lighting installations
• Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, applicable codes, and safe work practices
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and verify electrical work for quality and code compliance
• Experience safely operating electrical tools, equipment, and components
• Ability to provide day-to-day direction and technical guidance to Journeyman Electricians
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, fabricators, production personnel, and project teams
• Clear communication, dependable attendance, and consistent follow-through
• Ability to work full-time from I-5's Lacey production facility
• Ability to perform the physical demands of an active electrician role, including standing and walking for extended periods; bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing; using hand and power tools; and regularly lifting and moving materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical experience in manufacturing, fabrication, commercial construction, or custom production
• Previous responsibility for supervising or verifying the work of other electrical personnel
• Experience coordinating shop fabrication with field installation requirements
• Familiarity with fast-moving commercial hospitality or entertainment projects

Pay And Benefits

• Full-time, W-2, in-person shop position
• Pay: $70 - $80 per hour, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid sick leave accrued according to applicable state law
• One week of PTO after one year of eligible employment
• Two weeks of PTO after two to four years of eligible employment
• Three weeks of PTO after five or more years of eligible employment
• Eligible for discretionary performance bonuses based on individual and company performance.
• Opportunities for long-term growth within I-5 Design Build

Why Join I-5 Design Build?

This is an opportunity to apply master-level electrical knowledge in a custom production environment where the work changes from project to project. You will collaborate directly with design, engineering, fabrication, construction, and installation professionals to help turn ambitious ideas into functional, code-compliant assemblies. I-5 offers the stability of an established company, hands-on leadership, and work that has a visible impact on projects across the country. Your expertise will be an important part of maintaining safety, quality, and dependable project execution.

I-5 Design Build is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application and interview process.