Job Title: Journeyman Electrician (Delaware/Maryland)
Company: Nickle Electrical
Location: Tri-State area (travel required)
Job Type: Full-Time
Join our team as a Journeyman Electrician, installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems across commercial, industrial, and residential sites. You’ll work from plans and specs, adhere to codes and standards, and support projects across multiple locations with occasional travel.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Journeyman license in Delaware and Maryland or completion of a 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship.
- Minimum 2 years of electrical experience.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to travel to Tri-State projects.
- Ability to bend pipe.
Core Competencies
- Communication: clear, effective, and timely information sharing; active listening.
- Teamwork: collaborative and cooperative within groups.
- Work Ethic: high standards for quality, accuracy, and follow-through.
- Motivation: energetic, productive, and committed to excellence.
- Reliability: dependable, punctual, and accountable.
- Adaptability: flexible to changing environments and priorities.
- Integrity: truthful, transparent, and adherent to company policies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot electrical components, wiring diagrams, transformers, motors, panels, and circuits.
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems (switch gears, motor controls, electrical panels, CT cabinets, conveyor systems, lighting, power supplies).
- Test systems and circuits using meters and oscilloscopes to ensure safety and compatibility.
- Inspect systems for hazards, defects, and compliance with codes; identify necessary adjustments or repairs.
- Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems using test equipment and hand tools; locate and correct issues.
- Maintain a safe workplace, following safety policies and OSHA requirements.
- Prepare toolbox talks and contribute to project safety culture.
- Complete jobs professionally and on schedule; support Foreman’s project goals.
- Instruct and mentor apprentices; share knowledge and best practices.
- Maintain company-owned property; uphold National Electrical Code standards.
- Support merit shop philosophy and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement savings plan options
- Training and certification opportunities
- Opportunity to advance within a growing company
Note This job posting describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Equal opportunity employer. Travel requirements may vary by project location.
Equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on protected characteristics. Accommodations available upon request.
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive actions.
- Ability to squat or kneel with a tool belt; climb ladders; pull wire/conduit; bend pipe.
- Regularly communicate information accurately.
- Occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
- Varied physical positions: sitting, standing, walking, driving.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (hot, humid, rainy) and indoor controlled environments.
- Potential exposure to noise on job sites.
- Use of standard safety gear (safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats as needed).
PI00dceb6d214f-37456-38788360