Journeyman Electrician

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Laws Electric, an industry leader in electrical contracting.

If you take pride in clean electrical work and want a four-day workweek with a crew that trusts you to do your job, Laws Electric is looking for an experienced Journeyman Electrician.

What's in it for You?

• Pay: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour

• Full-time position

• Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• Four-day standard workweek with consistent three-day weekends

• Occasional overtime

• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days

• Retirement plan after 90 days

• PTO begins after 1 year

• 1 week of PTO after your first year, increasing by 1 week each year up to 3 weeks

• Opportunities to take on additional responsibility and field leadership as the company grows

• On-call work may be introduced in the future as staffing allows

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work for a growing West Michigan electrical contractor that puts quality ahead of shortcuts

• Get variety in your work across electrical installations, repairs, upgrades, new construction, remodels, and renovations

• Work alongside experienced Foremen, Journeyman Electricians, and Apprentices

• Have the independence to handle your assignments without someone constantly looking over your shoulder

• Join a crew that expects dependable work, clear communication, and respect for the jobsite

• Build your skills while working on a range of electrical systems and projects

• Earn opportunities for additional field leadership responsibilities by demonstrating strong technical skills, reliability, and ownership of your work

Your New Role

• Work as a field-based Journeyman Electrician on projects throughout Greater Kalamazoo and West Michigan, including Kalamazoo, Van Buren, Allegan, and Barry counties

• Install, repair, upgrade, and maintain electrical systems and equipment

• Install conduit, wiring, electrical panels, branch circuits, devices, fixtures, and lighting

• Work with electrical distribution systems, service upgrades, dedicated equipment circuits, exterior lighting, security lighting, and related systems

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, drawings, specifications, and job instructions

• Troubleshoot electrical problems, identify issues, and complete necessary repairs

• Perform work in accordance with applicable electrical codes, project specifications, safety requirements, and company standards

• Complete electrical work for new construction, remodels, renovations, and other projects

• Coordinate with Foremen, Journeyman Electricians, Apprentices, and other trades on the jobsite

• Help train and guide less-experienced electricians and apprentices when needed

• Communicate material, equipment, and field needs to leadership

• Keep assigned work organized and moving according to project schedules

• Maintain clean and safe work areas

• Protect customer and company property while working

• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, contractors, and other trades

• Take responsibility for assigned work and deliver safe, clean, dependable electrical installations

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• Valid Journeyman Electrician License

• Valid Driver's License

• 4+ years of electrical experience

• Working knowledge of electrical wiring, fixtures, panels, circuitry, and distribution systems

• Ability to safely perform electrical installations, repairs, and upgrades

• Ability to read electrical blueprints, drawings, specifications, and job instructions

• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of an electrical crew

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

• Dependable approach to attendance, assigned work, and project responsibilities

• Clear verbal communication skills

• Ability to follow direction and complete assigned work without constant supervision

• Ability to work effectively with Foremen, Journeyman Electricians, Apprentices, and other trades

• Ability to satisfy Laws Electric's applicable pre-employment requirements

• Experience with new construction, remodels, renovations, electrical service upgrades, panels and distribution, branch circuitry, lighting, dedicated equipment circuits, network cabling, exterior lighting, security lighting, troubleshooting, or electrical repairs is valuable

Laws Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #green