Traveling Journeyman: Power Distribution Electrician

Knight Electric, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 120,347,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Housing paid during travel

Per diem during travel

Travel paid to projects

Medical/dental/401(k)

Job summary

Knight Electric, Inc. seeks a Licensed Journeyman - Retail Distribution Systems Technician to perform electrical installation and service tasks across the United States.

You will read blueprints, bend conduit, install fixtures, supervise apprentices, and ensure compliance with NEC and local codes while traveling to project sites. The role offers comprehensive benefits, housing/per diem during travel, and paid travel; a strong safety culture is emphasized along with training and supporting team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8,000+ verifiable hours worked in the electrical trade.
• Current State Electrical Journeyman license.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Advanced to expert knowledge of electrical theory, NEC and local codes.
• Ability to travel by car and plane, with overnight travel for extended periods of time.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools, testing equipment, and other commonly used trade equipment.
• Good troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostics ability.
• Current OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Install and connect control systems, power distribution systems, electrical switchgear, including components such as switchboards, panels, load centers, motor control centers, breakers, transformers, and disconnect switches.
• Use multi-meters for measuring voltage, amperage, resistance, and more.
• Connect branch circuits, feeders, and controls, including terminations, panels, and equipment.
• Diagnose, repair and resolve problems with circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments, schematics, and diagrams.
• Ensure all work complies with codes and safety regulations.
• Perform layout for various tasks, including overhead and in-wall rough-in.
• Generate complete materials lists for assigned scopes of work.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical systems. Test circuit continuity for compatibility and safety.
• Inspect jobs upon completion for quality, safety, and cleanliness.
• Maintain good working relationships with team.

Skills

Journeyman license

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Supervising apprentices

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Electrical Journeyman license

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Multi-meter

Testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Knight Electric, Inc. seeks a Licensed Journeyman - Retail Distribution Systems Technician to perform electrical installation and service tasks across the United States.

You will read blueprints, bend conduit, install fixtures, supervise apprentices, and ensure compliance with NEC and local codes while traveling to project sites. The role offers comprehensive benefits, housing/per diem during travel, and paid travel; a strong safety culture is emphasized along with training and supporting team