Service Journeyman Electrician

Kline Electric Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kline Electric Inc in Des Moines, IA seeks a Service Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems per NEC and project specs.

You will read blueprints, plan work, coordinate tools and materials, and communicate progress with customers while mentoring electrical apprentices.

The role demands a current journeyman license, safe-work practices, and a focus on quality and compliance across diverse service calls.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current journeyman electrician license in the hiring state.
• Ability to work safely and follow direction.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems per NEC and project specs.
• Read blueprints and project documents.
• Mentor apprentices and provide technical guidance.
• Document service findings and materials used.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication

Apprentice mentoring

Education

Journeyman electrician license (state)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Service Journeyman Electrician independently installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), company standards, and project specifications. This position is responsible for producing high-quality work, maintaining a safe work environment, and mentoring electrical apprentices.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing within the scope of the employee’s license and assigned department.
• Install wiring, conduit, panels, fixtures, devices, controls, and other electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications, work orders, and other project documents.
• Plan assigned work and coordinate the necessary tools, equipment, and materials.
• Independently complete assigned jobs and communicate progress, concerns, or additional work needs.
• Diagnose electrical problems using testing equipment and systematic troubleshooting methods.
• Determine the appropriate repair or corrective action based on the diagnosed issue.
• Respond to a variety of electrical service calls and adapt to different existing electrical systems and conditions.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding electrical issues, recommended repairs, and completed work.
• Document service findings, repairs, and materials used for each service call.
• Determine when an electrical issue requires additional expertise, materials, equipment, or escalation.
• Ensure work complies with the NEC, local codes, project requirements, company standards, and customer expectations.
• Safely operate tools, testing equipment, lifts, and other jobsite equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to apprentices as assigned.
• Coordinate with supervisors, Project Managers, customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and other trades, as applicable.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete required documentation, material requests, and time reporting accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and applicable codes.
• Ability to plan work, organize resources, and manage changing priorities.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and company standards.
• Ability to train and provide technical guidance to apprentices.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Dependable, professional, and accountable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possesses current and valid journeyman electrician’s license in the state in which the employee is being hired.
• Ability to work safely and follow direction.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work.
• Service employees must complete required pre-employment and periodic background checks.
• Company drivers must meet driving requirements and complete initial and periodic MVR checks.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in confided spaces.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and great weights with assistance.
• Work at heights, in trenches, and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to use hands and arms for repetitive tasks and operations.
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient to perform assigned work safety.
• May be regularly exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, and other construction-related conditions within OSHA standards.