Journeyman Commercial Electrician

About this role

We’re hiring a Journeyman Commercial Electrician in Surprise, AZ to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on commercial and institutional projects. This role is for a hands-on electrician with 10+ years of construction electrical experience who reads blueprints, troubleshoots systems, and enforces code and safety standards on active job sites. You’ll work closely with superintendents, project managers, engineers, and other trades to keep projects on schedule and meet client expectations. If you take pride in quality work, follow safety rules, and want steady field work on commercial builds, this position is a fit.

What you'll do

• • Install, maintain, and repair commercial and institutional electrical systems to code and project specifications
• • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings to layout and install systems
• • Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, perform testing, and complete corrective repairs
• • Operate hand and power tools, conduit benders, testers, and other site equipment safely on active construction sites
• • Coordinate work with superintendents, project managers, engineers, and other trades to meet schedules and QA/QC standards

What we're looking for

• • 10+ years construction electrical experience on commercial or institutional projects
• • Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• • Strong troubleshooting skills for power distribution, lighting, controls, and low-voltage systems
• • Comfort working on active construction sites and following site-specific safety procedures
• • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license; ability to travel to Surprise-area job sites

Qualifications

• • OSHA 30 (preferred) and OSHA 10
• • CPR and First Aid
• • Scissor lift operator certification
• • HazWoper 8-hour (preferred)
• • Spanish and English fluency

What we offer

• • Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• • Health, dental, and vision plan options
• • 401(k) or retirement plan with employer match
• • Paid training and certification reimbursement (site-specific or safety training)
• • Tool allowance and reimbursement for required safety gear

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