Journeyman Electrician
Ames, IA 50010 US
Job Description
Journeyman Electrician
Key Duties:
- Run conduit, wiring, hook-up disconnects, switches, push buttons, circuit panels, breakers, suppressors, transformers, and wire terminations
- Install, maintain, test, evaluate, and repair various electrical components and systems including medium/high voltage automation systems and motor control circuits
- Installation and troubleshooting for wiring system layouts and circuit routing
- Operate forklifts and/or scissor lifts as required
- Read engineering drawings and schematics (Mechanical/Electrical) while also keeping them up to date
- Maintain and troubleshoot PLC sensors
- Troubleshoot electrical problems on all refrigeration equipment
- Assist in general construction duties
- Safely and properly use electrical testing equipment
Requirements:
- Requires a minimum of four years' experience in an industrial setting. Journeyman license preferred
- Must have experience running and bending rigid conduit (up to at least 4 inches)
- Must have knowledge of three-phase motors
- Experience with 480v AC motor control circuits preferred
- PLC experience preferred (Installation & troubleshooting)
- Familiarity with National Electrical Code
- Excellent mechanical skills required
- Extensive Nationwide travel required (typical tour is from the Tuesday of the 1st week to the Thursday of the 2nd week, with 12 hour days)
- Must have valid driver’s license, capable of driving up to 10 hours, and able to operate industrial lifts
- Ability to see and hear industrial equipment as it moves around the jobsite
- Requires working in very hot (above 100F) or very cold (below 10F) temperatures and the ability to wear all required safety PPE in these conditions
- Must be willing to help the jobsite team in the following areas: insulation, welding, and painting
- This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing
- Position requires pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Meet Your Recruiter

Lucas Leckrone
Project Manager
Lucas Leckrone
Project Manager
O: 309-306-0776 C: 309-337-3139
111 South 1st Street
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