Journeyman Electrician

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician

Department

FLSA Classification

EEO Classification

Last Modified

Construction

Exempt

Craft Workers

01/29/2025

Job Summary:

Installs, troubleshoots, services, and repairs various electrical equipment including but not limited to cable television, fiber optic, and telecommunications equipment. Performs duties as a supporting role to the Electrical Technician.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• All job duties will be performed under the supervision of the Electrical Technician.
• Tests circuits and components of malfunctioning cable television, fiber optic, and telecommunications equipment to isolate the source of malfunctions, using various hand tools.
• Tests repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation.
• Drives crew trucks to and from work areas.
• Inspects equipment on a regular basis in order to ensure proper functioning.
• Repairs or replaces faulty equipment.
• Removes and remakes connections in order to change circuit layouts, following work orders or diagrams.
• Demonstrates equipment to customers and explains how it is to be used, and responds to any inquiries or complaints.
• Analyzes test readings, computer printouts, and trouble reports to determine equipment repair needs and required repair methods.
• Adjusts or modifies equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience working on residential and commercial electrical systems preferred.
• Completed electrician apprenticeship preferred.
• Proficiency with the National Electrical Codes and local electrical codes preferred.
• Electrical Safety Training with certifications preferred.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure preferred.
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Travel will be required and may be up to 20%, depending on the business needs. Overnight stays may be required.
• Ability to work long hours involving overtime and weekends, as necessary.
• Ability to respond to the needs of a 24/7/365 operation.
• Must be able to work emergency schedules during natural disasters and network outages.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Service orientation.
• Active listening.
• Time management.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good sound decisions based on information given.
• Ability to work multiple tasks in a stressful environment while maintaining a positive and pleasant manner with others.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot fiber issues.
• Complex problem solving.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to use a laptop.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or paper copy.
• Proficient in Google Sheets.
• Ability to drive and back up a truck and trailer proficiently.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces.
• Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Ability to climb and work at elevations (i.e., from ladders, poles, lift trucks) exceeding 18 feet.
• Able to use a shovel and post hold digger.
• Ability to work at heights up to 50'.
• Must be able to climb poles.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day.
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (i.e., attics, crawl spaces, utility holes).

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit; climb, balance, stoop,…