Journeyman Electrician

About This Role

Local journeyman electrician needed for commercial and campus work in Bethesda, MD. This role focuses on mid-level troubleshooting, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and control systems across building systems and site equipment. You will remove/replace motors and control components, read ladder logic/diagrams, install new wiring and raceways, and support mechanical and electrical repairs. Must be available for varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays as required.

What You'll Do

• • Troubleshoot and repair mid-level control and power electrical systems using ladder logic, diagrams and schematics
• • Remove and replace motors, starters, relays, limit switches, fuses and primary control components
• • Install new wiring hook-ups, upgrade equipment, and perform wireway and raceway installation
• • Assemble, inspect, adjust, repair or replace faulty parts and wiring on electronic and electrical devices
• • Support mechanical and electrical repairs on building systems including ATS, UPS/battery storage, emergency generators and photovoltaic systems
• • Interpret and apply Federal, State and local electrical code requirements on site

What We're Looking For

• • Commercial electrical service installation and system troubleshooting experience
• • Ability to read and interpret drawings, ladder logic, diagrams and schematics
• • Hands-on experience with motors, starters, overcurrent device selection and installation
• • Experience with lighting installation, wireway/raceway installation and residential wiring fundamentals
• • Working knowledge of medium and high voltage equipment, generators, ATS and UPS systems
• • Able to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays; reliable attendance

Qualifications

• • State-licensed electrician (journeyman-level required)
• • Fluent in Russian and English (reading and speaking)
• • Proven commercial/journey-level electrical experience on medium/high voltage systems and generators
• • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

What We Offer

• • Health, dental and vision plan options
• • Retirement plan with employer match
• • Paid time off and holiday scheduling
• • Paid training and certification support
• • Tool allowance or reimbursement and gear provided as needed
• • Local assignments and predictable project locations

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