E5
Position Summary
The Journeyman Electrician (E5) independently performs skilled electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work in accordance with applicable codes, project specifications, and company standards. This role requires a high level of technical competency, safety awareness, and accountability for quality workmanship, while providing guidance and mentorship to apprentices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Install, modify, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components
- Read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications
- Perform conduit installation, wire pulling, terminations, and equipment hookups
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and identify root causes of issues
- Perform testing, inspections, and verification of completed work
- Ensure all work complies with NEC, local codes, and project requirements
- Mentor and guide apprentice electricians
- Coordinate daily tasks with lead electricians or foremen
- Identify material shortages, design conflicts, or safety concerns and communicate them to supervision
- Participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), permits, and lockout/tagout procedures
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and required training
- Report hazards, near misses, and incidents immediately
- Perform other duties as assigned consistent with skill level
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- State-issued Journeyman Electrician license (where applicable)
- Operational understanding and working knowledge of the current NEC code
and industry best practices
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
Required Certifications and Training
- Journeyman Electrician license
- OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety
- NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety)
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training
- First Aid / CPR (preferred)
- Jobsite-specific and equipment-specific training as required
- Arc Flash Awareness Training
Tools & Equipment
- Journeyman Electrician must provide and maintain their own basic hand tools customary to the electrical trade
- All hand tools must be in safe working condition and comply with company and jobsite safety requirements
Experience
- Completion of an approved apprenticeship program
- Typically 4+ years of electrical trade experience
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work overhead for extended periods
- Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated work platforms
- Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, or confined environments
- Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, FR clothing, and fall protection
Work Environment
- Industrial and commercial construction jobsites
- Exposure to energized electrical systems, moving machinery, and varying weather conditions
- Work hours may include nights, weekends, and overtime as required
Supervision
- Works with minimal supervision; may provide direction to apprentices and helpers
Safety Expectations
- Comply with all company and site safety policies and procedures
- Lead by example in safe work practices and hazard awareness
- Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions exist
- Demonstrate accountability for personal and crew safety
Career Progression
Successful performance in this role supports advancement to Lead Electrician (E6) based on technical skill, leadership ability, safety performance, and company needs.
