- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Construction
- Seniority
- Mid
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Key Responsibilities
• Perform electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing within the scope of the employee’s license and assigned department.
• Install wiring, conduit, panels, fixtures, devices, controls, and other electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications, work orders, and other project documents.
• Plan assigned work and coordinate the necessary tools, equipment, and materials.
• Independently complete assigned jobs and communicate progress, concerns, or additional work needs.
• Diagnose electrical problems using testing equipment and systematic troubleshooting methods.
• Determine the appropriate repair or corrective action based on the diagnosed issue.
• Respond to a variety of electrical service calls and adapt to different existing electrical systems and conditions.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding electrical issues, recommended repairs, and completed work.
• Document service findings, repairs, and materials used for each service call.
• Determine when an electrical issue requires additional expertise, materials, equipment, or escalation.
• Ensure work complies with the NEC, local codes, project requirements, company standards, and customer expectations.
• Safely operate tools, testing equipment, lifts, and other jobsite equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to apprentices as assigned.
• Coordinate with supervisors, Project Managers, customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and other trades, as applicable.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete required documentation, material requests, and time reporting accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Core Skills & Competencies
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and applicable codes.
• Ability to plan work, organize resources, and manage changing priorities.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and company standards.
• Ability to train and provide technical guidance to apprentices.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Dependable, professional, and accountable.
Minimum Qualifications
• Possesses current and valid journeyman electrician’s license in the state in which the employee is being hired.
• Ability to work safely and follow direction.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work.
• Service employees must complete required pre-employment and periodic background checks.
• Company drivers must meet driving requirements and complete initial and periodic MVR checks.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in confided spaces.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and great weights with assistance.
• Work at heights, in trenches, and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to use hands and arms for repetitive tasks and operations.
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient to perform assigned work safety.
• May be regularly exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, and other construction-related conditions within OSHA standards.