JM Electricians- Cedar Rapids Iowa

LEAD Staff - Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAD Staffing is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for a contract role in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will install conduit, pull cables, terminate terminations, install equipment, and perform electrical testing per NEC and project specs.

Ideal candidates have journeyman experience, knowledge of underground installations, ability to read drawings, and a readiness to obtain required Iowa licensing if needed. Project runs through April 2027 with immediate start options.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician experience required.
• Experience with underground installations preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and plans.
• English-speaking ability required; bilingual welcome.
• Willingness to obtain UP license classification if no Iowa license.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, construction plans, and project specs.
• Install conduit, pull and terminate feeders and branch circuits.
• Perform electrical testing and NEC compliance per project specs.
• Coordinate inspections and document test results.
• Follow safety procedures and site requirements.

Skills

Reading electrical drawings

English speaking

Safety aware

Education

Iowa Journeyman Electrician license preferred

Tools

Basic electrical tools

Job description

LEAD Staffing**Job Title: **Journeyman Electrician**Position Type: **Contract**Location: **Cedar Rapids, IA**Pay: **$40-$50/hr.Summary:LEAD Staffing is currently looking for Journeyman Electricians to support the installation of new underground and above-ground electrical systems. In this role, you will perform conduit installation, cable pulling, terminations, equipment installation, and electrical testing in accordance with NEC requirements, local codes, and project specifications. This project is scheduled to go through April 2027 and positions are available immediately.Responsibilities:Review electrical drawings, construction plans, and project specifications.Verify utility locations and follow required excavation safety procedures.Inspect trenching for proper depth, width, and site requirements.Install PVC, HDPE, and rigid metal conduit (RMC).Install conduit bends, sweeps, supports, spacers, and seals.Pull and terminate feeder and branch circuit conductors.Verify wire sizing, insulation types, labeling, grounding, and bonding.Install and position pull boxes, vaults, junction boxes, and enclosures.Install warning tape and tracer wires.Perform continuity, insulation resistance, and megger testing.Coordinate inspections and troubleshoot electrical deficiencies.Follow applicable electrical codes, safety procedures, and project requirements.Qualifications:Journeyman Electrician experience.Experience with underground electrical installations preferred.Knowledge of NEC requirements, conduit systems, cable pulling, and electrical terminations.Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and plans.English-speaking ability required; bilingual candidates welcome.Ability to provide basic electrical and hand tools.Iowa Journeyman Electrician license preferred.Candidates without an Iowa Journeyman license must be willing to complete the Iowa licensing process and obtain at least the UP classification before starting work.Job-Site RequirementsPPE:Workers must provide their own hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, gloves, and work boots.Tools:Basic electrical tools and hand tools required.You should be proficient in:Cable PullingConduit InstallationElectrical TerminationsElectrical TestingNEC RequirementsElectrical Drawings