Journeyman Electrician

EchoStar; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health perks

401(k) Plan with company match

ESPP

Job summary

EchoStar in Cheyenne, WY seeks a skilled Facilities Electrician to perform daily electrical maintenance across our industrial sites. You will diagnose wiring defects, mount equipment, and support uptime with proactive fixes.

Use AI-powered diagnostics and a CMMS to schedule tasks while adhering to NEC codes and PPE protocols. This role requires physical work including lifting up to 60 pounds and ladder use in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with Journeyman Electrician Certification.
• 2 years of experience in a commercial or industrial environment, including troubleshooting and testing electrical systems.
• Must have a Wyoming Journeyman license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Able to lift up to 60 pounds and work from ladders in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily facility checks and electrical assignments; isolate wiring defects, repair faulty components, and mount equipment according to diagram specifications.
• Leverage AI-powered diagnostic tools and predictive maintenance software to proactively detect electrical anomalies and optimize daily task scheduling.
• Execute broader site maintenance duties including equipment room sanitation, snow removal, and safe operation of forklifts, tractors, and man lifts.
• Drive departmental reliability goals by completing all work in a craftsman-like manner conforming to local building and NEC codes.
• Record and track all maintenance activities using PC software to support facility operational visibility and compliance reporting.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

AI literacy

Problem-solving

Technical reading

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED with Journeyman Electrician Certification

Tools

CMMS

Electrical schematics tools

Job description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Facilities team oversees the offices we call home. We ensure our teams can connect, collaborate and innovate in a space built to support success. From securing our campuses to making sure our events go off without a hitch, Facilities is the human face of our company’s well-oiled onsite operation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities maintenance operations require proactive upkeep, complex electrical troubleshooting, and continuous site safety compliance. The role addresses critical operational downtime and electrical component failures across commercial or industrial facilities. Success in this position ensures seamless equipment reliability and strict adherence to electrical codes, support of organizational uptime targets, and maintaining high safety standards across all seasons.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Complete daily facility checks and electrical assignments; isolate wiring defects, repair faulty components, and mount equipment according to diagram specifications
• Leverage AI-powered diagnostic tools and predictive maintenance software to proactively detect electrical anomalies and optimize daily task scheduling
• Execute broader site maintenance duties including equipment room sanitation, snow removal, and safe operation of forklifts, tractors, and man lifts
• Drive departmental reliability goals by completing all work in a craftsman-like manner conforming to local building and NEC codes
• Record and track all maintenance activities using PC software to support facility operational visibility and compliance reporting

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring):

• Expertise in electrical systems troubleshooting, circuit testing, component installation, and mechanical repairs
• AI literacy to utilize digital diagnostic tools and computerized maintenance management software effectively
• Strong problem-solving abilities to safely diagnose wiring defects and perform hot work in panels
• Technical comprehension to read and interpret complex technical documents, one-line drawings, and safety procedure manuals
• Collaborative communication and safety leadership, ensuring full compliance with PPE requirements and protocol execution

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with training required for Journeyman Electrician's Certification
• 2 years of experience in a commercial or industrial environment, including troubleshooting and testing electrical systems
• Must have at least 2 years of experience with:
  • Journeyman license for the State of Wyoming or a reciprocating state (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
  • Interpreting electrical schematics, one-line drawings, and NEC codes
  • Safe execution of hot work in electrical panels and industrial hand tool operation
• Physical capability to lift up to 60 pounds and operate off ladders in diverse indoor/outdoor weather conditions

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $27.02/Hour - $38.70/Hour

Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process. EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to makeechostar.comandjobs.echostar.comaccessible to users. Please [e-mail] you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)