Journeyman Electrician

SCOPE OF WORK Ability to lead and perform installations, alterations, additions, and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the residential, commercial, and industrial electrical industry.Proficient in troubleshooting and proactively problem-solving electrical systems.POSITION REQUIREMENTSUses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilitiesUnderstands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.)Understands and follows lock out tag out proceduresAcquires and maintains personal hand tools per Company policyCertified to operate platform and boom lifts, or able to obtain certification upon hireAble to perform work at various heights, up to 90', from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, roofs, or other designated safe work areasWorks from all assigned types of mobile elevated work platformsAble to accurately bend and install all types of conduitUnderstands use of degrees in bending conduit (i.e. concentric bending)Able to use two handed tools/equipment (i.e. cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jack hammers, etc.)Understands and has ability to properly erect pulley systems to lift/move heavy equipmentPossesses knowledge of and ability to properly give "hand signals" to operatorsUnderstands various types of switching of branch circuits (i.e. 3-way, 4-way, etc.)Possesses knowledge of circuit grounding practices, transformer connections, over-current protection, parallel circuits, fuse/circuit breakers, motors, cable trays and their supportsPossesses knowledge of effects of soil on underground installations and cablesPossesses knowledge of trench safety required during installation of underground conductorsPossesses knowledge of other trades, including concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methodsPossesses skill to accurately plan and install conductors in conduits and racewaysPossesses knowledge of and ability to accurately install electrical devices and fixtures in a timely mannerAble to work in restrictive/tight areas (i.e. switchgear rooms, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, attics, etc.)Able to install switchgear and perform the required terminationsHas experience in terminations/splicing up to and including 600 voltsPossesses technical knowledge, safety knowledge, and ability to work with live and energized partsLeads and assists in all types of wire pulls (i.e. conduit, cable tray, floor ducts, wire way, etc.)Understands verbal instructions and heeds safety warningsDemonstrates and exhibits proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materialsReads and understands labels, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and written instructionsPossesses knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings, ladder logic diagrams, and has ability to visualize completed work prior to installationUnderstands and complies with NEC, state, and local codesUnderstand basic math and can properly read tape measureAble to add, subtract, divide, multiply, and accurately use electrical formulasTakes pride in craftsmanshipRESPONSIBILITIES Reports to assigned job site location on time, as directedMaintains and properly stores tools, materials, and equipmentOrganizes materials and tools to maintain clean and neat work areaPossesses ability to dig trenches, either by use of hand tools or equipment as necessaryMounts and installs assigned hardware (such as conduit, wires, and strapping) as directedAccurately identifies colors of wires and conductorsPlans, schedules, and organizes tasks to meet deadlinesAccurately interprets electrical construction drawings, terminates cables, installs, and trouble shoots control wiring from schematicsCompletes routine daily inspections of equipment and work areas to verify accurate and timely installationsCompletes and documents regular safety inspections, as assignedAccurately and effectively directs and trains Helpers and Apprentices in proper work practices to meet production requirementsSafely performs assigned tasks with limited supervision WORKING CONDITIONS May require working in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) depending on job location and/or time of yearMust be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (port-o-lets)Must have required hand tools at all times while at work site (waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.)Must be able to work scheduled hours as well as overtime, as required, on short noticeMust be able to work in noisy environmentsMust be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situationsMust work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasksPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when requiredAbility to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of timeAbility to lift loads of up to 51 lbs.Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingersAbility to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of timePossess good vision/hearing (normal or corrected)Ability to make transition from designated employee parking areas to construction areas and be able to gain access to all levels of building/structure, even if only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but deemed safe for useAbility to work while constantly movingAbility to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balanceAbility to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipmentMust be able to see color to discern color-coded wiringMust be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduitsEDUCATIONHigh School graduate or equivalency, preferredEXPERIENCEAccredited Apprenticeship Program completion or six years on the job electrical experience requiredJourneyman License requirement in states, locales, or projects, as required

Created: 2025-09-23