Lead Journeyman Electrician

Purus Group • Full-time • Maple Grove, Minnesota, United States • $37 - $48 / hour • 1d ago

Purus Group is a growing Minnesota-based electrical and infrastructure contracting company. We are expanding our electrical division and looking for an experienced Lead Journeyman Electrician who wants to play a key role in building and leading a successful team.

This is an opportunity for someone who wants more than a traditional electrician position. We’re looking for a motivated individual who takes pride in their workmanship, values independence, and is interested in growing into a leadership role as our company expands.

Position Overview

As our Lead Journeyman Electrician, you’ll take ownership of field operations, ensure projects are completed safely and professionally, and help establish the standards and processes for our electrical division.

You’ll work directly with company ownership, with the opportunity to influence how the division operates and grows.

Responsibilities

● Lead and perform residential and light commercial electrical installations, service, and troubleshooting.

● Oversee jobsite safety, workmanship, and code compliance.

● Assist with project estimates, material takeoffs, and planning.

● Coordinate project execution and scheduling with management.

● Help train and supervise additional electricians and apprentices as the division grows.

● Maintain clear communication regarding project progress, materials, and scheduling.

● Help develop efficient field procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

Required:

● Active Minnesota Journeyman Electrician License.

● Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code and Minnesota electrical requirements.

● Experience with residential electrical installations, service, and troubleshooting.

● Ability to independently manage field assignments.

● Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

● Valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

● Commercial electrical experience.

● Previous experience leading crews or training apprentices.

● Experience with estimating, material ordering, and project planning.

● Interest in advancing into a field supervisor or electrical operations leadership position.

Compensation and Growth

● Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.

● Opportunity to help build and lead a growing electrical division.

● Direct communication with company ownership.

● Opportunity for advancement into field supervision and operations leadership.

● Ability to influence processes, team development, and project execution.

● Long-term career growth as the division expands.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, takes ownership of their work, and wants to be part of building something long-term.

The ideal candidate is an experienced electrician who enjoys solving problems, leading by example, and helping create a high-quality electrical contracting operation.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow beyond a standard journeyman position, we’d like to hear from you.

Pay: $37.50 - $48.50 per hour

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