Journeyman Electrician - Charleston, WV

Journeyman Electrician - Charleston, WV at Pillar Innovations

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with offices throughout the country. We promote continuous learning, diversity, flexibility, and a defined career path with full benefits and apprenticeship programs.

The general role of a Journeyman Electrician is to work with Electricians and the Electrical Foreman to install, maintain, and repair electrical components at customer locations. This position leads and mentors entry‑level electricians such as Electrical Apprentices. The role involves low and high voltage applications across various industries including Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Oil and Gas, Coal, and Wind Energy.

Travel, overnight stays, and extended hours may be required.

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in industrial facilities
• Install complex components such as motor control centers, transformers, instrumentation, switch gears, PLC controls, etc.
• Run conduit and cable trays to electrical devices
• Pull wire to termination boxes, panels, and other controllers
• Load and unload tools, materials, equipment
• Read and follow electrical code, manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and other specifications
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues independently with minimal direction
• Drive ground rods and install grounding grids
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electrical equipment
• Assess jobs to determine material, tool, and equipment needs
• Coordinate with customers to ensure successful job completion
• Lead smaller jobs as required
• Assist with paperwork and documentation for accurate record keeping
• Lead and mentor entry‑level electricians such as Electrical Apprentices

• 3+ years of electrical experience or equivalent education
• Experience in industrial electrical preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Possess a Journeyman License (WV preferred) and must obtain a WV Journeyman License within 6 months from hire
• Basic knowledge of NEC, electrical theory, and AC/DC circuits
• Ability to use tools and diagnostic devices relevant to the trade
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, circuitry, and schematics
• Dependable, trustworthy, with a positive and productive attitude
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Collaboration and respectful interaction with co‑workers and customers
• Accurate mathematical calculations and measurements
• Aptitude for leadership and customer service

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Kneel, stoop, bend, squat, and climb a ladder
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work at heights up to 60 ft for extended periods
• Work in confined spaces
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Perform duties on‑site and underground at industrial locations

This position requires completion of a thorough background and pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening. Employees are required to participate in random, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out‑of‑town work
• Employee‑focused work environment
  • On‑the‑job mentoring and training
  • Internal job postings
  • Performance and salary reviews
  • Employee feedback program
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Safety‑first and drug‑free work environments
  • Bonuses and incentives for working safely
  • Company‑provided tools and basic safety equipment
  • PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Smart Money program with optional counseling for financial goals
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Oil and Gas