Journeyman Electrician

Magic Valley Electric LLC; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Performance Bonus

Professional Development

Team Atmosphere

Job summary

Magic Valley Electric LLC is hiring a Journeyman Electrician in Idaho. You will work under supervision of a Foreman on new construction projects and electrical system installations.

The role requires blueprint reading, wire framing, and safe, precise workmanship. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of field experience, a valid Idaho Journeyman license, and the ability to perform physical labor while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Journeyman license in Idaho or equivalent is required.
• Experience in new construction and electrical demos is expected.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches or holes for conduit installation.
• Strip insulation from wire ends and attach to terminals.
• Trace short circuits using a test meter.
• Install ground rods and connect grounding system.
• Assemble and install controllers, panels, and disconnects.
• Read plans and layout ladder diagrams and one-line drawings.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Perform general labor related to electrical installations and repairs.

Skills

Journeyman license

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Electric power tools

Job description

ONE TEAM. ONE DREAM.

About us:
Here at Magic Valley Electric we have a true passion for providing an honest and helpful work environment where every employee can commit themselves to giving our customers exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service, and professional integrity.We keep on growing because we only hire the best, and our customers love us for it. You’ve probably seen our trucks and our ads. What you don’t know is what it’s like to be a part of a team like this. How much you feel appreciated when you don’t cut corners. How much we inspire ongoing training and education. How much you can earn when you truly are the best. People often come to us looking for a job. They stay with us because they find a fulfilling career, room to grow, and opportunities to excel.

Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Health Insurance for Employee and Family (HSA option available)
• 100% Company Paid Dental Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Group Short-Term Disability
• 100% Company Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness,Hospital Indemnity and Life Insurance)
• 401(k) Retirement with a 5% company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Wages
• Yearly Performance Based Bonus
• Future Advancement Opportunities
• Positive Team and Skill Enhancing Atmosphere
• Professional Development Training
• A family. This is last on the list because it’s most important. We care about our team and expect you to bring that same caring when you join. We do a lot more than just work together. You’ll come to love our company outings and you’ll build life-long friendships.

Summary:
Journeyman Electrician must be able to work under general supervision of a Junior Foreman or Foreman Electrician. A Journeyman possesses over (4) years of experience in new construction and demo electrical power installation including but not limited to alterations additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the electrical industry; or has obtained a valid journeyman license in the State of Idaho. Journeyman Electrician must be able to perform all electrical tasks, must be able to read blueprints, legend symbols, determining scales of plans branch circuits, one-line, riser diagrams and A-sheets. Must demonstrate experience exceeding an Apprentice Electrician and must be sufficient on rough-in work.

Job Requirements:

• Dig trenches or holes for installation of conduit or supports, hand holes, manholes and foundations.
• Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent soldering.
• Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
• Install copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driver.
• Break up concrete, using air hammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment.
• Erect electrical system components and barricades, and rig scaffolds, hoists, and shoring.
• Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work sites by hand, hand truck, or heavy, motorized truck.
• Construct controllers and panels, using power drills, drill presses, taps, saws, and punches.
• Raise, lower, or position equipment, tools, and materials, using hoist, hand line, or block and tackle.
• Requisition materials, using warehouse requisition or release forms.
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
• Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
• Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.
• Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
• Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
• Clean work area and tools.

Competencies:

• Experience in the electrical trade and completion of a program equal to the apprenticeship program.
• Must have valid Idaho Journeyman license (or equivalent).
• Must have all tools outlined in the Tool List provided at the time of hire.
• Must maintain a valid Journeyman card and have it on your person at all times during work hours.
• Must be capable of following and giving instruction, have good communication skills, and ability to retain information.
• Must be capable of identifying materials used in the trade and inform Foreman of material needs.
• Must be capable of reading blueprints, legend symbols, determining scales of plans, branch circuits, one- line and riser diagrams.
• Must be capable of reading A-Sheets, reflective ceiling, and detail drawings for layouts.
• Must be capable of installing raceways, PVC, EMT, Rigid, Flex, IMC, and MC up to 1 ¼” hand bend.
• Must be capable of making up multiple circuits with multiple grounded conductors and trim out devices.
• Must be able to install and terminate service entrance sections, distribution centers, panel boards, transformers, disconnects, and motor controls.
• Must be capable of reading and understanding lighting controls and special systems, including fire alarm and security.
• Must be familiar with hydraulic benders.
• Completion of required safety trainings.
• Recommended completion of (16) electrical continuing education credits.
• Must complete OSHA 10.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Lift over 50 lbs.
• Stand 90% of the day.
• Climb ladders.
• Possess good vision (normal or corrected).
• Carry material from one location to another or floor to floor.
• Lifting and working with tools above head.
• Lifting, positioning, and fastening of heavy electrical equipment.
• Lifting, positioning and fasting objects such as light fixtures, wire, conduit, junction boxes, motors, and other equipment.
• Must be able to work from A-Frames, extension ladders, boom lift, scaffolds, and aerial work platforms at various heights.
• Identify and separate wires by color.
• Dig and work in trenches.

Company Core Values

ATTITUDE: Win the Day, Customer Focus, Commitment, Community Involvement

INTEGRITY: Have Heart, Say It Do It, Lead by Example, Stay Honest

CHARACTER: Organization, Reliable, Professional, Personable

VISION: Relentless Improvement, Innovation, Opportunity, Environment

DETERMINATION: Elite Work Ethic, Lead the Industry, Whatever It Takes, Get It Done

SAFETY: Starts with You, Respect the Unexpected, Extreme Accountability, Do What’s Right, Not What’s Easy

If you want to be part of something bigger than just a job – make this career move and find exactly what you’re looking for. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and customers, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company.