INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION
Journeyman Electrician | Industrial Electrician | Electrical Construction | Power Distribution | E&I Construction
For over 35 years, ISC has provided safe, high-quality electrical, instrumentation, and controls solutions to leading industrial manufacturers and facilities throughout the United States.
ISC provides full-service engineering, construction, and maintenance solutions supported by experienced professionals committed to safety, quality, and successful project execution.
ISC is seeking experienced Journeyman Electricians to support industrial electrical construction, maintenance, and installation projects.
This position is ideal for electricians with experience in industrial electrical construction, manufacturing facilities, petrochemical facilities, chemical plants, power generation, advanced manufacturing, or electrical and instrumentation construction.
The Journeyman Electrician will install and support electrical raceway systems, cable-tray systems, wire and cable, motor controls, transformers, switchgear, motor-control centers, and other industrial electrical equipment.
The successful candidate will work closely with Foremen, Supervisors, project leadership, and other craft professionals to complete electrical installations safely, accurately, and in accordance with applicable drawings, specifications, codes, and project standards.
Comprehensive benefits package
Long-term career and advancement opportunities
Experience supporting complex industrial electrical and instrumentation projects
Work alongside experienced electrical construction professionals
Craft training and professional-development opportunities
Opportunities to strengthen skills in power distribution, switchgear, motor controls, raceway systems, and electrical equipment
Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
Nationwide project opportunities
Opportunity to support large-scale industrial construction and maintenance projects
Conduit and Raceway Installation
Fabricate and install rigid, aluminum, EMT, Plasti-Bond, and PVC conduit.
Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install conduit according to project requirements.
Operate mechanical conduit benders and hydraulic conduit benders.
Fabricate and install conduit supports.
Install electrical raceway systems according to drawings, specifications, applicable codes, and field direction.
Verify conduit routing, spacing, alignment, supports, and installation quality.
Identify and communicate routing conflicts or constructability concerns to field leadership.
Cable Tray, Wire, and Cable Installation
Install cable-tray systems and associated supports.
Install electrical wire and cable by hand or mechanical means.
Pull wire and cable through conduit and cable-tray systems.
Route, support, organize, identify, and protect conductors during installation.
Assist with planning and preparing for wire and cable pulls.
Verify wire and cable installations against applicable drawings, schedules, and project requirements.
Maintain proper cable separation, bend radius, routing, and installation practices.
Power Distribution Equipment
Install and support motor-control centers, switchgear, transformers, breakers, fuses, bus duct, batteries, and battery chargers.
Install electrical equipment, junction boxes, panels, disconnects, and associated components.
Perform MCC and switchgear installation work.
Assist with power distribution equipment layout and installation.
Verify required working clearances, equipment access, and installation requirements.
Follow applicable manufacturer instructions, drawings, specifications, and electrical codes.
Terminations and Electrical Equipment
Terminate motors, transformers, panels, and electrical equipment.
Perform cable splicing and stress-cone terminations when qualified and authorized.
Install and connect motor-control equipment and associated electrical components.
Size and install thermal overloads, breakers, and fuses according to applicable requirements.
Complete electrical equipment identification and tagging.
Inspect terminations for proper preparation, connection, torque, identification, and workmanship.
Motor Controls and Troubleshooting
Install and support motor-control systems and equipment.
Read and interpret motor-control schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawings.
Perform troubleshooting on motor controls within the employee’s level of qualification and authorization.
Use electrical testing equipment to identify circuit and equipment conditions.
Assist with identifying electrical faults, equipment deficiencies, and installation issues.
Communicate troubleshooting findings to field leadership.
Follow all energized-work restrictions and applicable electrical safe-work practices.
Blueprints, Drawings, and Electrical Codes
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and equipment documentation.
Apply applicable National Electrical Code requirements to assigned electrical work.
Verify that installations comply with project drawings, specifications, client standards, and applicable codes.
Identify drawing discrepancies, missing information, and potential installation conflicts.
Communicate questions and concerns to Foremen or other field leadership before proceeding.
Maintain awareness of drawing revisions and approved project changes.
Tools and Electrical Testing Equipment
Safely use electrical construction hand tools, power tools, hydraulic tools, and pneumatic tools.
Use applicable electrical testing equipment within the employee’s level of qualification and authorization.
Demonstrate working knowledge of volt-ohm meters, clamp meters, amp meters, and insulation-resistance testers.
Select appropriate testing equipment for the assigned task.
Inspect tools and testing equipment before use.
Report damaged, defective, out-of-calibration, or unsafe tools and equipment.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment in proper working condition.
Follow applicable requirements for tool storage, inspection, calibration, and return.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND JOBSITE RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow all applicable jobsite safety rules, OSHA requirements, project procedures, and electrical safe-work practices.
Participate in safety meetings, pre-task planning, and job hazard analyses.
Properly select and use required personal protective equipment.
Follow applicable Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Recognize electrical hazards and immediately report unsafe conditions.
Maintain proper housekeeping in assigned work areas.
Promptly report incidents, injuries, near misses, and equipment concerns.
Complete assigned work according to established safety, quality, and productivity requirements.
Support ISC’s commitment to safe, high-quality electrical construction.
Minimum four years of craft-specific electrical experience or an equivalent combination of electrical training and hands-on construction experience.
Experience performing electrical work in industrial, manufacturing, commercial, power generation, or other large-scale construction environments.
Demonstrated experience with conduit installation, conduit bending, cable tray, wire and cable installation, electrical equipment, and power distribution systems.
Ability to install rigid, aluminum, EMT, Plasti-Bond, and PVC conduit.
Ability to operate mechanical and hydraulic conduit benders.
Ability to fabricate and install conduit and cable-tray supports.
Experience installing and working with MCCs, switchgear, transformers, breakers, fuses, motors, and motor controls.
Ability to perform electrical equipment terminations.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and construction documents.
Working knowledge of applicable National Electrical Code requirements.
Ability to safely use electrical construction tools and applicable testing equipment.
Knowledge of applicable electrical safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Ability to work effectively as part of an electrical construction crew.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions from Foremen, Supervisors, and other field leadership.
Dependable attendance and willingness to meet project schedule requirements.
Industrial electrical construction
Conduit installation and conduit bending
Wire and cable installation
Electrical raceway systems
Power distribution systems
MCC and switchgear installation
Electrical equipment terminations
Cable splicing and stress-cone terminations
Electrical troubleshooting
Blueprint and schematic interpretation
National Electrical Code knowledge
Electrical testing equipment
Construction hand, power, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
Lockout/Tagout procedures
Jobsite safety and hazard recognition
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
Industrial electrical construction
Electrical and instrumentation construction
Manufacturing and production facilities
Petrochemical and chemical facilities
Advanced manufacturing facilities
Power generation projects
Pharmaceutical and life-sciences facilities
Food and beverage manufacturing
Maintenance and capital projects
Power distribution systems
MCC and switchgear installation
Transformers and motor controls
Electrical equipment rooms
Cable-tray and raceway systems
Electrical testing and troubleshooting
Large-scale commercial electrical construction
Fast-track construction environments
RELATED PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUNDS
Relevant experience may come from several professional backgrounds. Candidates may currently or previously have worked as a:
Journeyperson Electrician
CERTIFICATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Ability to meet the required cut score on the National Center for Construction Education and Research Written Skill Assessment, when required.
Applicable NCCER certification or state electrical licensemay be required based on the position, project, client, or electrical classification.
A current Transportation Worker Identification Credentialmay be required for certain projects or client facilities.
Ability to successfully complete applicable post-offer, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks.
Ability to comply with applicable project, client, and jobsite safety requirements.
High ethical standards and an uncompromising commitment to worker safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work additional hours when required by project conditions and schedules.
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position in an active construction environment.
ISC offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development and advancement.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ISC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ISC evaluates and hires applicants for employment based exclusively upon each applicant’s qualifications and merit. No applicant will ever be required to pay money or provide any other form of compensation to an ISC employee in order to be hired by or considered for employment with the Company.
This job description is not intended to be a complete listing of all similar, miscellaneous, or incidental duties that may be required. ISC utilizes a multi-skill conceptand expects associates to perform other tasks necessary to safely and successfully accomplish the work.
