Nichols Contracting, Inc. (NCI) is a family-owned and operated Construction and Contracting business headquartered in Columbia, MD, with offices in Royal Palm Beach and Orlando, FL, with a team of 170 employees. NCI is a full-service general contractor focused on providing premier services in all aspects of the construction process, from concept to completion. We manage a broad range of commercial construction projects, including new construction, tenant fit-outs, and renovations. NCI serves a diverse group of markets, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as a variety of corporate and special industry organizations that require complex life safety and critical infrastructure needs.

The journeyman electrician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Functions:

Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures in buildings.
Installs conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables.
Ensures piping complies with electrical codes.
Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them.
Connects electrical systems to powerlines to provide electricity to the building.
Tests electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation.
Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed.
Replaces conduit and wiring as needed.
Replaces circuit breakers as needed.
Troubleshoot motor and control systems
Perform routine maintenance on electrical wiring and systems
Adhere to all quality and safety codes
Performs other related duties as assigned

Desired Experience:

Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring.
Ability to use electrical equipment and hand tools
Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of a formal apprenticeship and a valid electrician’s license are required.
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in electrical engineering or other related fields

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring.
Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to independently ascend and descend stairs.
Ability to independently reach, twist, and bend.
Ability to independently remain stationary for extended periods of time; and
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds independently when required by work assignment.

Benefits: 401k, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), PTO, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays and much more

Salary: 27.00 - 33.00 USD / HOUR

Employee Acknowledgement: I have read the above position description, and I understand and agree with the terms and requirements for this position. I also understand and agree that such requirements may be amended and/or adjusted at any time.

Persons with mental and physical disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are eligible for this position as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodations are made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such people may not be eligible for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

Nichols Contracting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Vision insurance

Experience:

Commercial electrician: 3 years (Preferred)
Blueprint reading: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Electrical License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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