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Journeyman Service Electrician

Job in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for: MKD Electric
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Installation Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 32 - 50 USD Hourly USD 32.00 50.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Looking for more than just a job? MKD Electric offers rewarding careers. We provide excellent benefits, training, educational opportunities, and promote from within the company. For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings. We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields.

Quickly moving into other industries, we are a fast‑paced and agile company looking for a best‑in‑class Service Electrician willing to roll up their sleeves and exude a passion for the field.

What you will do
  • Proven track record of troubleshooting and repairing equipment/components such as PLC and DCS systems, AC and DC VFDs, motor controls, lighting and distribution systems
  • Must have knowledge of the NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA safety standards
  • Conduct sequential tests to determine malfunctions and analyze the operations of electrical equipment or systems
  • Utilize electrical test equipment such as infrared, ultrasonic, data logging devices, as well as voltmeter, ammeter and ohmmeter
  • Install and bend various types of conduits (EMT, Rigid, Aluminum)
  • Set up and pull wire/cable & terminate power, control, and instrumentation wire and cable
  • Operate, maintain, and work near various power equipment, including forklifts, man‑lifts, excavators, drills, saws, hydraulic tools and automatic machinery
  • Must be customer‑service oriented on all levels
  • Must be organized, able to multi‑task, work both independently, and be a team player
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Work from various heights via platforms, scaffolds, ladders, or man‑lifts
  • Bend and stretch, lift, and move heavy objects many times across a shift
  • Must be safety conscious
What you will need to succeed
  • 10+ years of experience installing and maintaining electrical systems
  • Must have knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code and OSHA safety standards)
  • Experience working directly with clients, exhibiting a high level of customer service and professionalism
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be organized, able to multi‑task, work both independently, and be a team player
  • Ability to pass a Federal credentialing background check for work completed at government facilities
Physical demands
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  • Must be able to lift to 60 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
  • Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
  • Requires standing for extended periods with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors
Benefits
  • On the job training with fully accredited training programs
  • Eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and 401(k) with company match
  • Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
  • Company culture of promotions from within, with a start‑up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career growth & development

The base pay range for this position is $32.00 to $50.00 per hour. Please note that the compensation range reflects the base pay only and does not include benefits, or bonuses this role may be eligible to receive. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by bona fide factors such as geographic work location, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

MKD Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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