Journeyman Electrician

About this role

Local journeyman electricians needed in Bethesda, MD for campus and commercial electrical work. You’ll troubleshoot mid-level control and power systems, perform motor and starter replacements, work on automatic transfer switches, UPS/battery systems, emergency generators, and photovoltaic systems. This is hands-on work: read ladder logic, wiring diagrams and schematics; install new wiring and upgrade equipment; support mechanical and electrical repairs. Must be able to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

What you'll do

• • Troubleshoot controls and power electrical systems using ladder logic, diagrams, and schematics.
• • Remove and replace motors, starters, relays, limit switches, fuses, and primary control components.
• • Perform installation wiring hook-ups and upgrade existing equipment and control wiring.
• • Assemble, inspect, adjust, repair, or replace faulty parts and wiring on electrical devices and systems.
• • Support mechanical and electrical repairs on building systems including ATS, UPS/battery storage, emergency generators, and PV systems.
• • Follow federal, state, and local electrical codes and site safety protocols; work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

What we're looking for

• • Journeyman-level experience troubleshooting commercial electrical and control systems.
• • Proven ability to read and interpret drawings, ladder logic, wiring diagrams and schematics.
• • Experience removing/replacing motors, starters, relays, switches, fuses and primary control components.
• • Hands-on experience with ATS, UPS/battery systems, emergency generators and photovoltaic equipment.
• • Familiarity with medium and high-voltage systems and relevant safety procedures.
• • Willingness to work variable shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and to travel to local job sites.

Qualifications

• • State-licensed electrician (journeyman)
• • Strong working knowledge of federal, state and local electrical codes
• • Ability to read electrical drawings and ladder logic
• • Experience with medium/high-voltage systems and campus/commercial sites
• • English language proficiency for safe jobsite communication
• • Valid driver's license and ability to pass background and drug screening

What we offer

• • Medical, dental and vision plan options
• • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• • Paid time off and holiday pay
• • Overtime and shift differentials where applicable
• • Site-specific training and skills development; tool allowance or reimbursement

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