Journeyman Electrician

System One; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

System One seeks a Journeyman Electrician for an industrial new construction project in the Charlotte, NC area. You will interpret drawings for conduit routing and terminations, install and startup industrial power systems, and operate in a safety-first environment.

The role requires 4+ years industrial experience, NEC knowledge, and the ability to lead a small crew. A valid license is preferred but not required, and a full set of tools and reliable transportation are expected.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' dedicated industrial construction experience; residential or light commercial not considered.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and NEC knowledge.
• Ability to lead and mentor a small crew when needed.
• Full set of hand tools and reliable transportation to site.
• Journeyman/Master electrical license or NC license preferred (not required).

Responsibilities

• Interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, and panel/conduit schedules.
• Fabricate and install conduit for underground and above-ground applications.
• Pull cable and terminate high-density control panels and switchgear; connect power to motors.
• Perform continuity and insulation-resistance testing and verify startup readiness.

Skills

Electrical theory

NEC knowledge

Drawings interpretation

Leadership

Education

Journeyman or Master license (preferred)

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Conduit fabrication tools

Job description

System One is seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician for an industrial new construction project located in the Charlotte, NC area. This role requires a professional capable of interpreting electrical drawings for precision conduit routing and high-density panel terminations. You'll install, test, and startup industrial power systems in a strict, "safety-first" environment.

Duration: 14+ Months

Start Date: August 2026

Schedule: Mon-Sat | 6x10s

Requirements:

• Interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and panel/conduit schedules.
• Fabricate and install conduit for both underground and above-ground applications.
• Pull cable and terminate high-density control panels, distribution apparatus, and switchgear; connect power to industrial motors and equipment.
• Perform continuity and insulation-resistance testing with multimeters and megohmmeters, then verify equipment function for safe startup and operational compliance.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years' dedicated industrial construction experience; exclusively residential or light commercial experience will not be considered.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a small crew when the project scope requires it.
• Must possess a full set of hand tools and have reliable transportation to the job site.
• A valid Journeyman or Master electrical license — or an NC electrical contractor license (Intermediate or Unlimited) — is preferred (not required) and waives the otherwise mandatory technical assessment.