Industrial Electrician: MV Power Systems & Field Install

Tradesmen International; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 171,924,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation pay

401(k) retirement savings

Tradesmen+ Rewards Program

Job summary

Tradesmen International is hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects in or around South Haven, MS. This first-shift role pays $40–$60/hour plus $160/day per diem for travelers over 60 miles from the job site.

You will work with skilled craftsmen to install, terminate, test, and commission MV systems and switchgear in challenging environments. Responsibilities include installing MV gear, reading diagrams, and traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical construction experience at 5 kV and above.
• Experience installing and terminating 15 kV and/or 35 kV cable.
• Ability to read medium-voltage one-line diagrams, cable schedules, and termination drawings.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E, OSHA 1910.269, lockout/tagout procedures, switching operations, and electrical clearances.
• Ability to travel 80% or more as required by project needs.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and commission medium-voltage electrical systems operating at 12.47 kV, 13.8 kV, and 34.5 kV
• Install MV switchgear, GSUs, and associated equipment
• Pull and terminate 15 kV and 35 kV cable using approved terminations
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams and blueprints
• Travel to project locations as construction schedules require
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA 1910.269 and safety procedures

Skills

Electrical construction experience

Read schematics

Read medium-voltage diagrams

Safety compliance NFPA 70E/OSHA 1910.

Willing to travel 80%+

Job description

Tradesmen International is hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects in or around South Haven, MS. This first-shift role pays $40–$60/hour plus $160/day per diem for travelers over 60 miles from the job site.

You will work with skilled craftsmen to install, terminate, test, and commission MV systems and switchgear in challenging environments. Responsibilities include installing MV gear, reading diagrams, and traveling as needed.