Electrical Journeyman - Cedar Rapids

Job Location:

CEC Iowa Office - Cedar Rapids, IA 52228 | Position Type:
Full Time | Travel Percentage:
Up to 25% | Job Category:
Skilled Labor - Trades

As a Journeyman Electrician, you will be responsible for performing commercial/industrial electrical work consisting of installation, alterations, additions and repairs of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the electrical construction industries. This is a safety sensitive position.

• Analyzes blueprints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems to ensure proper and efficient installation.
• Plans layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications, local building codes, and safety guidelines.
• Prepares work area and ensures tools, material, and equipment needed are present for work to be completed.
• Continually works safe to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Connects wiring and equipment per code and job specification.
• Performs duties and operates equipment as permissible by license status and proper training.
• Inspects electrical systems, equipment, and components to ensure compliance with codes and specifications to identify hazards, defects, and necessary adjustments/repairs to ensure a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses cause of electrical problems and corrects equipment and/or repairs system as needed.
• Works with assigned foreman, coworkers, and other job site workers to complete electrical work properly and efficiently.
• Monitors electrical work of Apprentice Electricians to ensure electrical work is completed properly and satisfactorily based on job specifications and code requirements.
• Trains and guides Apprentice Electricians to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring and equipment.
• Advises foreman and/or site management of hazardous conditions.
• Participates in meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Prepares written materials to document activities and log information as required by the job site or Company procedures.
• Provides assistance during emergencies to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department.

• Current Journeyman Electrician License (must be licensed in TX or reciprocal state as defined by TX licensing agency).
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years prior experience performing electrical work in a commercial or industrial construction environment.

• Valid Driver's License and own reliable transportation.
• Excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must meet attendance standards and comply with late/absence notification procedures.
• Must be able to pass drug and background check.
• Travel up to 15% may be required based on company needs.

The work environment may include working inside or outside. Possible exposure to hot and cold temperatures, rain, heat, cold and snow. The position also requires work at extreme heights, in areas under construction, or in restricted areas such as a switch gear room, manhole, utility tunnel, crawl space, or attic. Work may involve confined spaces, ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, ditches and excavations, and around single and multi-story buildings with typical construction site exposures and portable sanitary facilities.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.
• Lift 51 pounds routinely.
• Climb ladders of all types.
• Complete full day assignments involving overhead work.
• Must be able to transition from employee parking area or street into construction work areas and access all levels of the building as required.
• Must be capable of securing tools and materials from storage areas and complete assigned tasks.
• Must possess good vision and hearing (normal or corrected).
• Must be able to positively identify different colors of wiring.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest) at all times.
• Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required including night shifts.

CEC Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best-qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.