Journeyman Electrician

Matrix Service; Republic (WA); On-site; USD 49,593 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service is seeking a licensed electrician for hands-on electrical installation, testing, and maintenance across industrial settings. You will diagnose issues, connect wiring to breakers and transformers, and ensure systems meet codes and safety standards.

The role requires Washington EL01 license, 2+ years in maintenance, and completion of safety and site training. Applicants must pass drug testing and maintain active status.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Washington State (EL01) General Journey Level electrical license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of electrical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of industry hand and power tools.
• Complete the Matrix Service Safety training and Client/Site specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the drug testing program.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Maintain current electrician's license to meet governmental regulations.

Skills

Electrical license

2+ years experience

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety training

Drug testing

Tools

Tools & equipment

Job description

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Always represent the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Maintain current electrician's license to meet governmental regulations.
• Work well with supervision.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Must hold current Washington State (EL01) General Journey Level electrical license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of electrical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of industry hand and power tools.
• Complete the Matrix Service Safety training and Client/Site specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the drug testing program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work from platforms. Will work at heights up to 300' utilizing proper fall protection.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long periods of time up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.

PAY & BENEFITS

Hiring range: $47.00 - $60.00 per hour.

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore by joining our organization.

EEO / M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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