Chustz Electric is currently seeking skilled Commercial Electricians. We’re a quality local electrical contractor that has been serving Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. We specialize in new construction, remodels, rewires, generator installation and service work in the commercial industries. We are currently seeking to fill these openings immediately. Why you should choose Chustz Electric as your employer: • Permanent Full Time Positions • Typical Work Week consist of Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm (some overtime required) • Weekly pay along with a very competitive pay scale • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance, Metlife Dental and Vision Insurance • Colonial Insurance Coverage Available • 100% Company Paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability • 401k Retirement Plan • 8 annual company paid holidays • 1-3+ weeks vacation after meeting eligibility • Career opportunities with advancement and much more! Ideal candidates must have a valid driver’s license, a good attitude along with a great work ethic, and be able to pass a drug test. Experience as a commercial electrician is a must.
See More Details >>Job Title: Industrial Journeyman Electrician Schedule: Monday – Friday (weekends as needed) Location: Various Key Responsibilities/Duties • Install conduit and cable tray raceways and supports efficiently and safely. • Lead, develop, and mentor electrical apprentices. • Plans the layout and wiring of new or modified installations. • Selects, installs, and pulls wiring to the required equipment locations. • Install and repair power controls, breaker boxes, electrical outlets, light switches, light fixtures, electrical wiring, fuses, and other components of an electrical system. • Completes all written and/or electronic records (i.e. work orders, calibration sheets, timecards, material requests) required to document the work in progress and as it is completed. • Performs all work in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). • Keeps work area clean and in orderly condition. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • • Ability to fabricate and install conduit, cable tray and supports. • Ability to install wire and cable by hand and/or by mechanical means in cable trays. • Install batteries, battery charger, buss duct, junction boxes, tagging, terminations, motors, and transformers. • Ability to communicate orally and in written reports, condition of equipment and status of jobs to supervision, operations, and other craft personnel and outside service representatives. • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and flexibility to work in a team environment. • Ability to read and interpret instruction manuals, blueprints, and control system drawings. Minimum Requirements • High school, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. • 5 or more years of prior industrial electrical experience is required. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Ability to work skillfully with both hands constantly, independently, safely lift and carry objects up to 5 feet long and weighing up to 20 pounds routinely, 50 pounds occasionally, climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffold, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, twist, finger, grasp and feel on a constant and repetitive basis, stand, walk, talk, see (20/20 vision naturally or corrected), hear within normal range and perform repetitive motion activities. • Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions including excessive heat and cold, noise, vibrations, dust, fumes, oils, wear a portable respirator. • Ability to physically negotiate the hazards of a new construction worksite (i.e. uneven surfaces, floor openings, heights, construction debris and poor lighting). Candidates will be required to pass initial screenings and maintain active status: • Drug (Hair & Urine analysis) • Alcohol Test • Fit for Duty (Physical) • Criminal Background Check • LA Driver's License Status Check • Hold a current TWIC
See More Details >>Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world’s critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments – from industrial plants and data centers to people’s homes. We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed by global standards. Our offering includes a leading portfolio from our trusted brands: Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat and Pyrotenax. ELECTRICAL JOURNEYMAN • Working in the petrochemical industry installing/removing various types of electrical components, heat tracing, and equipment. • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. • Applicants will be required to work from elevated heights, including mobile lifting equipment (MANLIFTS). • Employment will be contingent upon passing a Physical, Background and Drug tests along with an electrical journeyman written and practical test. • This position will require a state issued journeyman license along with a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Card). • Journeymen must provide their own hand tools of the trade. At Chemelex: We protect places of progress through electric excellence. Pioneering plants, sprawling data centers, busy transport hubs, and your own home. These are the places that bring progress to the world, and the places that we protect with time-tested technologies, advanced engineering, and a suite of services. Because here, excellence is everything. Our Dimensions of Excellence reflect the core values of Chemelex. Together, they inspire our decisions and guide our actions – defining excellence in our work for colleagues, customers and communities. • Experts with empathy • Explorer mindset • Example for others • Exceptional impact We are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Baton Rouge, LA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 18,741 electricians in Louisiana, with wages averaging around $262.56 per week. The job outlook is positive, with a projected 11% growth from 2022 to 2032, offering strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,470 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career in the electrical trade.
