Journeyman Electrician

About this role

We are seeking a journeyman electrician in El Paso, TX with solid commercial construction experience. This is a hands-on role on ground-up/base-build projects; candidates should have at least 5 years working in commercial environments. Mission-critical or data center project experience is strongly preferred. You’ll work on large commercial builds installing feeders, conduit and large cable, medium-voltage equipment, and standby/emergency systems. Expect a mix of indoor and outdoor work, coordination with other trades, project-based schedules, and opportunities for overtime on multi-phase projects.

What you'll do

• • Install, terminate and connect conduit, feeders, branch circuits and large power cabling on ground-up commercial projects
• • Read and interpret blueprints, single-line diagrams, and project drawings; follow ASIs and RFIs
• • Install and test medium-voltage equipment, overcurrent devices, transfer switches and standby/emergency power systems
• • Pull conduit and large cable; set and secure raceways, trays and supports
• • Troubleshoot, test and commission electrical systems; document work and report deficiencies
• • Coordinate with foremen, subcontractors and other trades to meet project schedules and site safety requirements

What we're looking for

• • Journeyman-level state electrician license (required)
• • Minimum 5 years commercial construction experience, including ground-up/base-build projects
• • Experience with conduit pulling, large cable installation and commercial electrical service installation
• • Familiarity with medium-voltage systems, selection/installation of overcurrent devices, and standby/emergency systems
• • Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, single-line diagrams and blueprints
• • Knowledge of local, state and federal electrical codes and strong commitment to jobsite safety

Qualifications

• • State journeyman electrician license (required)
• • 5+ years commercial construction experience
• • Proven ground-up/base-build project experience; mission-critical/data center experience preferred
• • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
• • Ability to pass background check and drug screen
• • English required; Spanish language skills a plus

What we offer

• • Health, dental and vision insurance available
• • 401(k) retirement plan
• • Paid time off and paid holidays
• • Overtime opportunities on multi-phase and critical projects
• • Company-paid training and certification reimbursement

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