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 REQUIREMENTS * Uses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities * Understands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.) * Understands and follows lock out tag out procedures * Acquires and maintains personal hand tools per Company policy * Certified to operate platform and boom lifts, or able to obtain certification upon hire * Able to perform work at various heights, up to 90', from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, roofs, or other designated safe work areas * Works from all assigned types of mobile elevated work platforms * Able to accurately bend and install all types of conduit * Understands 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 equipment * Possesses knowledge of and ability to properly give "hand signals" to operators * Understands 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 supports * Possesses knowledge of effects of soil on underground installations and cables * Possesses knowledge of trench safety required during installation of underground conductors * Possesses knowledge of other trades, including concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods * Possesses skill to accurately plan and install conductors in conduits and raceways * Possesses knowledge of and ability to accurately install electrical devices and fixtures in a timely manner * Able to work in restrictive/tight areas (i.e. switchgear rooms, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, attics, etc.) * Able to install switchgear and perform the required terminations * Has experience in terminations/splicing up to and including 600 volts * Possesses technical knowledge, safety knowledge, and ability to work with live and energized parts * Leads and assists in all types of wire pulls (i.e. conduit, cable tray, floor ducts, wire way, etc.) * Understands verbal instructions and heeds safety warnings * Demonstrates and exhibits proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials * Reads and understands labels, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and written instructions * Possesses knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings, ladder logic diagrams, and has ability to visualize completed work prior to installation * Understands and complies with NEC, state, and local codes * Understand basic math and can properly read tape measure * Able to add, subtract, divide, multiply, and accurately use electrical formulas * Takes pride in craftsmanship RESPONSIBILITIES * Reports to assigned job site location on time, as directed * Maintains and properly stores tools, materials, and equipment * Organizes materials and tools to maintain clean and neat work area * Possesses ability to dig trenches, either by use of hand tools or equipment as necessary * Mounts and installs assigned hardware (such as conduit, wires, and strapping) as directed * Accurately identifies colors of wires and conductors * Plans, schedules, and organizes tasks to meet deadlines * Accurately interprets electrical construction drawings, terminates cables, installs, and trouble shoots control wiring from schematics * Completes routine daily inspections of equipment and work areas to verify accurate and timely installations * Completes and documents regular safety inspections, as assigned * Accurately and effectively directs and trains Helpers and Apprentices in proper work practices to meet production requirements * Safely 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 year * Must 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 notice * Must be able to work in noisy environments * Must be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situations * Must work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasks PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when required * Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of time * Ability to lift loads of up to 51 lbs. * Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers * Ability to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of time * Possess 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 use * Ability to work while constantly moving * Ability to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balance * Ability to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipment * Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring * Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits EDUCATION * High School graduate or equivalency, preferred EXPERIENCE * Accredited Apprenticeship Program completion or six years on the job electrical experience required * Journeyman License requirement in states, locales, or projects, as required

Created: 2025-09-23