Journeyman Electrician

Bergelectric Corp.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

A leading electrical services company in Shreveport, LA, seeks an experienced Journeyman to install and repair electrical systems while ensuring compliance with safety codes. Responsibilities include using hand tools, troubleshooting equipment, and managing project workflows. Candidates must hold a Journeyman Wireman license and demonstrate strong leadership and planning skills. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Journeyman Wireman license if required.
• Experience managing project and crew.
• Ability to verify compliance and functionality of installations.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment electrical systems.
• Communicate effectively with Foremen and crew members.

Skills

Journeyman Wireman license

Installation of power systems (lighting, fire protection, security, data network)

Blueprint reading (Electrical Single Line)

Leadership and pre-planning abilities

Equipment troubleshooting

Job description

Overview

Function as a Journeyman for Bergelectric Corp.; installing new electrical systems and repairing existing electrical systems while maintaining compliance with national, state and local electrical codes along with all Bergelectric Corp. policies and procedures. Support activities at commercial, industrial, institutional and residential locations. This is considered to be a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain, and test commercial, industrial and residential electrical systems in full support of Bergelectric Corp. safety, operations and productivity initiatives.
• Use industry related hand tools and power tools.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, etc. and install wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems and other wire raceway systems.
• Feed to, pull into, and terminate wire and cable within control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, transducers, switch gear, receptacles, switches, etc.
• Splice and terminate wires at junction points.
• Troubleshoot equipment electrical systems and control circuits and build control panels from drawings.
• Prepare sketches and schematic diagrams showing the location of wiring and electrical systems.
• Delegate tasks and assist with training other employees.
• Communicate effectively with Foremen and crew members.
• Maintain workflow schedule to ensure all Bergelectric Corp. productivity objectives are met.
• Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and courtesy when interacting with colleagues, customers and vendors.
• Adhere to Bergelectric Corp.'s safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Journeyman Wireman license (if required by the applicable state, city or county).
• Ability to install power systems: lighting, fire protection, security, and data network.
• Ability to build and install control panels and provide maintenance to systems.
• Experience using Electrical Single Line blueprints.
• Experience finding and repairing faults in electrical apparatus and circuits.
• Ability to verify compliance and functionality of installations.
• Experience helping with the management of a project and crew.
• Ability to manage material estimates.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and pre-planning abilities.

Physical Demands

• Lift 50 lbs. from the ground and pull 50 lbs. of force.
• Perform ladder climbing, wire pulling and conduit bending.
• Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25 lbs. tool belt.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions such as grasping or manipulating wires.
• Work off of ladders, man lifts or reach booms.

Working Environment

• A variety of weather conditions including cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.
• High noise levels.

Benefits

Bergelectric is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k retirement plan with employer matching.

EEO Statement

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Supervisor or their designee. Bergelectric is a Federal government contractor and subject to the requirements of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). We have listed the affirmative action laws that we are governed by and their implementing regulations for your easy reference:

• Executive Order 11246 including Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (41 C.F.R. part 60)
• The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-300)
• Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-741)