Traveling Electrician - Pineville, LA

Knight Electric, Inc.; Jasper (TX); Remote; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/401K

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Overtime potential

Paid travel back home every 3 weeks

Holiday Pay

Job summary

A leading electrical contracting firm is seeking Traveling Electricians for a commercial electrical remodel project in Pineville, LA. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience in commercial new construction and remodels. Responsibilities include installing raceways and fixtures, connecting branch circuits, and assisting with various electrical tasks. The role offers competitive pay, travel expenses, and benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have 4000+ hours of electrician experience.
• Valid state issued Driver’s License is required.
• Comfortable traveling to project sites for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Install raceways, boxes, cables, and fixtures.
• Connect branch circuits including terminations and panels.
• Assist with installation of switchboards and transformers.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of electrical theory

Understanding of NEC code

Ability to read blueprints and schematics

Basic testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal trade school or apprentice program completion

Current state Electrical Apprentice license

Current OSHA 10 certificate

Job description

About this role:

We are currently looking for Traveling Electricians to work on a commercial electrical remodel project in Pineville, LA. Experience in commercial remodels is required. This role is ideal for electricians with experience in commercial new construction and remodels who are comfortable traveling to project site.

Candidates must be willing to travel to Pineville, LA for the duration of the project.

Travel is paid along with per diem and mileage (drive time included).

Compensation:

• $25.00 - $34.00 per hour pending experience and active state electrical license.
• Travel expenses paid.

Travel:

• On average 2–3-week sprints and back for a weekend.
• Travel is paid by company
  • Airbnb provided (Your own room)
  • Per Diem
  • Travel mileage and drive time paid to and from the project

Duties / Expectations:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical theory
• Understands and applies NEC code knowledge
• Basic understanding of NEC calculations
• Able to perform any type of bend with all bender types
• Installs raceways, boxes, and cables
• Assist with wire pulling activities
• Installs light fixtures, devices, and cover plates
• Assists with installation of switchboards
• Installs panels, breakers, and transformers
• Connects branch circuits including terminations and panels and equipment
• Performs basic testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of various control systems and components
• Reads and interprets blueprints and schematics
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Formal trade school or apprentice program completion preferred
• 4000+ Hours of electrician experience
• Valid state issued Driver’s License
• Current state Electrical Apprentice license
  • When required by State Licensing entity
• Current OSHA 10 certificate

What We Offer:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/401K
• Overtime potential
• Housing and Per diem paid while traveling.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid travel back homeevery 3 weeks
• Holiday Pay
• Weekly Pay

Job Type:

• Full-Time