Journeyman Electrician

If you need any assistance with the application process, please notify IB Abel's Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

Position Overview: 

This is a full-time union position for a Journeyman Electrician. The Journeyman Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and apparatus in commercial, industrial, and institutional settings, and often supervises apprentices.

Location & Travel:

Field assignment: To be ready for work on-time and abiding by IBEW Code of Excellence.

Ability to work first, second, and third shifts according to project needs.

Ability to work in all construction related environments – heights, vertical, hot, cold, inside, outside, noise, office, etc.

Occasional travel as necessary to other local union jurisdictions, trainings, offsite meetings, customer, or vendor facilities.

Responsibilities:

Installing conduit, raceways, wire, cable trays, lighting fixtures, receptacles, and electrical machinery.

Establishing, repairing, and maintaining electrical service to buildings, including panels, switchgear, and transformers.

Installing fire alarm systems, security systems, HVAC controls, and communication cables.

Repairing and troubleshooting complex electrical systems, motors, and lighting.

Reading blueprints, schematics, and layouts to plan wiring sequences and installation procedures.

Safety – Demonstrate and Promote IB Abel Culture of safety

Pre-job briefing/JHA at start of day, and as tasks change.

Ensure all labor is adhering to OSHA and IB Abel Safety regulations. Training and coaching as required.

Toolbox talks

Quality – All work is to be done in a neat and workmanlike manner.

Leadership: Must have the ability to follow direction from supervision, work with others to achieve goals, and have a willingness for mentoring and supervising apprentices.

Adhere to all DOT regulations and IBA Fleet Policies.

Work involves lifting heavy equipment, climbing and working from ladders, working on elevated platforms, standing for extended periods, and working in confined spaces.

Poised and positive representation of IB Abel and IBEW.

Follow all company and customer polices.

Communicate material needs, field conditions, and scope changes to supervision in a timely manner.

Maintain and secure personal hand tools (as required by CBA) and properly use employer-provided tools and equipment.

Perform related tasks as assigned that are consistent with classification and CBA provisions.

Installation of work as per contract scope of work and requirements.

Qualifications:

Required:

IBEW Journeyman Classification or completion with passing score of an established Journeyman test administered by IBEW Local 229 within 30 days of employment. 

NFPA 70E Certified

OSHA 10 Certified

Communicate material needs, field conditions, and scope changes to supervision in a timely manner.· Perform related tasks as assigned that are consistent with classification and CBA provisions.

Installation of work as per contract scope of work and requirements

Maintain and secure personal hand tools (as required by CBA) and properly use employer-provided tools and equipment.

Other:

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, local codes, utility, BICSI, TIA/EIA, and OSHA requirements.

Craft certification, training, and experience appropriate for assignment scope.

Desired: 

CPR/First Aid Certified 

Why Work for IB Abel?

IB Abel’s over 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability, forward-thinking leadership, commitment to safety, and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core values—Responsible, Integrity, Results-Oriented, Ownership, and Professional—shape everything that we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all company communications, meetings, and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) also provides structure and clarity among all company levels to maintain focus on our shared goals.

IB Abel is committed to providing ample learning and career development opportunities to its team members, including via our Associate's Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System, Abel University.

Step Into a Career That Powers the Future!

IB Abel is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.