Journeyman Electrician

Elliott Contracting

Pikeville, KY

Pay: $28-$30/hr

Shift: Full time

**Build a Career With Us**

**Elliott Contracting is looking for a dependable, motivated, and hardworking Licensed Electrician to join our team.**

The Licensed Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems on commercial and industrial construction projects. This position plays a critical role in ensuring electrical work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes, project specifications, and quality standards.

As a Licensed Electrician, you will work closely with Project Foremen, Lead Electricians, Project Managers, and field personnel to complete electrical installations ranging from power distribution and lighting systems to equipment connections and control wiring. This role offers opportunities to expand technical expertise while contributing to complex commercial and industrial construction projects.

The ideal candidate takes pride in quality workmanship, prioritizes safety, and possesses the knowledge and experience necessary to perform electrical work with minimal supervision.

**Pay & Opportunity**

• **Starting Pay: $28.00 to 30 per hour**
• Overtime opportunities based on project schedules and business needs
• Hands-on training and career development
• Learn advanced commercial and industrial electrical systems, project coordination, supervisory skills, troubleshooting, controls, power distribution, and electrical construction management
• Opportunity to advance into Lead Electrician, Crew Foreman, Field Engineer, Project Foreman, or Project Management positions
• Work on commercial and industrial construction projects

**What You'll Do**

The Licensed Electrician performs skilled electrical work while supporting the successful completion of commercial and industrial construction projects. This position works independently and as part of a team to ensure electrical systems are installed according to plans, specifications, and electrical code requirements.

**Responsibilities Include**

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and schematics
• Install conduit, cable tray, raceways, lighting systems, panels, and electrical equipment
• Pull, terminate, and test wiring systems
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and identify installation issues
• Verify installations meet applicable electrical codes and project requirements
• Coordinate work activities with supervisors, electricians, subcontractors, and other trades
• Assist with layout and field measurements for electrical installations
• Monitor material usage and communicate material needs to project leadership
• Maintain accurate documentation and report completed work activities
• Support project schedules by completing work safely and efficiently
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional work areas
• Follow all company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements
• Identify and report safety concerns, damaged materials, and project conflicts
• Assist in mentoring Electrician Helpers and less experienced electricians

**What We're Looking For**

At Elliott Contracting, we value dependable professionals who take pride in their work, maintain strong safety standards, and contribute to the success of the entire project team.

**The Ideal Candidate**

• Demonstrates exceptional attendance, punctuality, and reliability
• Holds a valid electrical license as required by applicable regulations
• Possesses strong working knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Can read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, and schematics
• Demonstrates excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Maintains a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Works effectively with minimal supervision
• Possesses strong organizational and communication skills
• Can coordinate work with other trades and project personnel
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Is willing to travel to assigned project locations as required
• Maintains a professional appearance and work ethic
• Understands electrical code requirements and industry best practices

**Education:** High school diploma or GED preferred.

**Licensing:** Valid electrical license required where applicable.

**Additional trade school, apprenticeship training, or electrical certifications are preferred but not required.**

**Experience That Can Help You Succeed**

Previous electrical construction experience is required. Candidates should possess experience installing and maintaining electrical systems in commercial, industrial, or similar environments.

**Experience in Any of the Following Areas May Be Beneficial**

• Commercial electrical construction
• Industrial electrical construction
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Conduit installation
• Wire pulling and cable installation
• Electrical service and maintenance
• Power distribution systems
• Lighting