Alaska Journeyman Electrician - Industrial Install​/Repair

Job Summary

Journeyman electrician – Install, modify, troubleshoot, repair industrial electrical equipment, install and troubleshoot instruments, and control systems. Adept at working in multiple environments, both interior and exterior. Provide technical advice and feedback to the crew lead and apprentices. Work in a crew setting as well as independently. Provide panel/fabrication shop support for the electrical and automation crew when directed. Journeyman Industrial Electricians are the technical face of KEW/Tec Pro and shall represent themselves as confident, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional with contractors, customers, and the community.

Local to the Wasilla, Alaska area. Must be able to bend EMT.

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

• Install electrical equipment and systems per applicable NEC and project specifications in commercial or industrial environments.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and systems within commercial and industrial environments.
• Install control system equipment and instrumentation associated with process control systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, ladder diagrams, and project specific specifications. Mechanical and structural drawings are a plus.
• Understanding the operations and functions of standard electrical equipment to include transformers, MCCs, switch gear, motors, pumps, generators, transfer switches, UPS systems, low voltage systems, fire detection and suppression systems, lighting controls, relay logic, etc. PLC and automation drawings and function are a plus.
• Ability to perform basic electric math calculations.
• Thorough knowledge of the NEC and electrical theory.
• Electrical testing and how to use testing equipment including megohmmeter, ground resistance tester, multimeter, amp clamp, power quality analyzer, etc.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete pretesting and functional testing for equipment startups/commissioning.
• Responsible for the proper use and care of contractor provided tools and equipment commonly employed in industrial/commercial construction.
• Mentor and train apprentices through on-the-job activities.

• Alaska Certificate of Fitness – Journeyman Level.
• Holder of a valid driver's license.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial and industrial construction.
• Knowledge of material commonly used and standard install practices, including classified locations.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain drawings, redlines, as-builts, testing reports, etc.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced demanding work environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, other departments, officials, customers, and the public.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations for extended periods of time.

This position is based in Wasilla, AK but may often require out-of-town work in remote or non-remote communities throughout Alaska. Travel to job sites may include driving or air travel.

Compensation starts at a minimum of $45 per hour, however, the final compensation will be adjusted depending on experience.

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