Brief Description OUR COMPANY With more than 1500 employees and 12 offices nationwide, Rogers is the largest self-performing electrical, data and lighting contractor in the United States. Rogers specializes in ground-up electrical construction, national rollouts and remodel programs, preventative maintenance and installation needs. With 40 years of experience, licenses in 48 states, and over 2000 facilities constructed, we are constantly growing and looking for candidates to join our team! OUR CULTURE Rogers is powered by our people. We have had the power to get the job done for almost 40 years because of our team members. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of treating our team as extended family. Our team members are not here merely to support the business efforts, but our goal is for our team to thrive as individuals. Learning is built into every role here at Rogers. You’ll get mentorship from our leadership team and in return the ability to take ownership and grow your own professional pursuits. We are currently looking for a Service Electrician in the Birmingham, AL area with previous commercial service experience to join our team! What We’re Looking For • 10+ years previous service/maintenance experience • Working knowledge of installing electrical systems • Ability to lift, push, pull, and move moderately heavy objects • Ability to ascend/descend ladders • Good computer skills • Possession of reliable transportation and basic hand tools • Must hold a valid driver’s license • Must be willing to travel, work nights, weekends and overtime • Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment Why You Should Join Us • Positive, team-focused, and inviting work environment • Stability and longevity in the industry • Opportunity to grow in the electrical industry • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA) • Employer provided: short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and EAP • 401k with generous match • Training and continuing education opportunities • $4 shift differential for night work • Paid time off and paid holidays • Weekly pay • Paid travel and hotel, plus $30/day per diem • $100 for each employee referral • Company truck and cell phone provided • Other exceptional perks What You’ll Be Doing • Manage the completion of various electrical tasks • Troubleshooting electrical issues • Electrical break and repair • Read blueprints, run conduit, and wire/terminate devices • Perform quality control testing and troubleshooting • Manage service upgrades for our new and existing retail clients • Interact with store/facilities managers and maintenance department personnel Rogers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
See More Details >>Requisition 38624: Union Electrician ( Birmingham, AL 2025) 2.0 Please note, applying for a position outside of your department will require a departmental release. A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you. Note for Safety-Sensitive Positions: Any safety-sensitive position with Norfolk Southern will require the following pre-employment screenings: • FRA Drug and Alcohol Screen • Medical Screening • Background Check The Mechanical team at Norfolk Southern is crucial to the maintenance and reliability of our rolling stock and equipment. We focus on the inspection, repair, and improvement of locomotives and freight cars, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently across our network. Our team employs advanced technologies and best practices to optimize performance and minimize downtime while adhering to stringent safety regulations. Collaborating closely with other departments, we strive to enhance operational efficiency and support the company’s strategic objectives. Join us in driving the future of rail transportation through exceptional mechanical expertise and innovation! Job Description Locomotive Electricians are responsible for conducting routine maintenance, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install all electrical wiring and equipment on diesel electric locomotives and their components. Primary Responsibilities • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and federal regulations • Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install equipment such as: Rheostats, Control Systems, Transformers, Motors & Generators, Welding Machines, Electric Lighting Fixtures, Winding Armatures, Battery Charging Systems, Magnet Coils, Switchboards & Meters, Compensators & Rotors, Electrical Collectors. • Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels and junction boxes. • Reading electrical prints, testing circuits, and connections, using multimeters, amp clamps, etc. • Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical malfunctions in components including loading charging, transition problems, wheel slip, sander circuits and high and low voltage grounds. • Perform work activities utilizing voltages up to 1200 and amperages up to 2400. • Examine parts for wear and/or defects such as brushes contact tips, slip rings, armatures, diodes, bearings, and fuses. • Interpret test instrument indicators. • Interpret information from computer monitors or printouts. • Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Job Requirements • A Locomotive Electrician holds a safety sensitive position in which he/she must maintain alertness and concentration while at work. Safety sensitive tasks may include: • Constantly working around heavy, moving, potentially hazardous locomotive engines. • Frequently climbing on/off locomotives inside and outside the shop in all weather conditions. • Operating and moving a locomotive engine (some of these movements may fall under the Hours-of-Service act). • Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries • Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots • Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations • Must pass all required assessments • Must pass a background screening • Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test • This position is governed by a union position and membership is required Additional Information Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma/GED • 18 years of age or older • Valid Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications • Two years electrician experience. • Completion of an electrical vocational or trade school program. • Journeyman Electrician. • One year experience reading blueprints or electrical schematics. • Veterans and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. Military roles that often transition well to this position (but not limited to): 65F, 88S, 1345, AMT, AE, 3E0X1 are encouraged to apply. Skills and Abilities • Verbal comprehension (understand oral and written communication). • Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions). • Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills). • Basic Math. • Ability to multitask. • Memory (recall track placement and locomotive location). Physical Demands • Heavy work, lifting to 50 pounds. • Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb. • Walk long distances over uneven terrain. • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection. Training Travel for paid training to McDonough, GA. Locomotive Electricians will complete 1 week of Mechanical Safety orientation and 6 weeks of craft specific training. Norfolk Southern will reimburse travel and pay for lodging as required by union agreement. Compensation Data Rate of Pay • 1st 40 Working Days: (50% of Full Rate) • Next 204 Working Days: (75% of Full Rate) • Next 244 Working Days: (80% of Full Rate) • After 2 Years/488 Days Working Days: $40.98 (100% of Full Rate – Journeyman) Benefits • Company Benefits - Eligible 1st day of second month after hire • 80/20 plan for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents • Union Benefits • Medical (Managed or 85/15 Plan) • $20K Life Insurance • 401 (K) First Day of Employment • After 1st year of service: Eligible for Dental / Vision Work Conditions Working hours will include shift work over all 3 shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are assigned/awarded by seniority. The work environment is a shop and outdoor work. Pay Rates for Mechanical Craft: Noted Below: Freight car repairer: • 1st 40 Working Days: $20.44 (50% of Full rate) • Next 204 Working Days: $30.66 (75% of Full rate) • Next 244 Working Days: $32.70 (80% of Full rate) • After 2 Years/488 Working Days: $40.88 (100% of Full Rate) Union electrician: • 1st 40 Working Days: (50% of Full Rate) • Next 204 Working Days: (75% of Full Rate) • Next 244 Working Days: (80% of Full Rate) • After 2 Years/488 Days Working Days: $40.98 (100% of Full Rate – Journeyman) Union machinist: • 1st 40 Working Days: (50% of Full Rate) • Next 204 Working Days: (75% of Full Rate) • Next 244 Working Days: (80% of Full Rate) • After 2 Years/488 Working Days: $41.02 (100% of Full Rate – Journeyman) Mechanical laborer: • 1st 12 calendar months – 75% of F&O rate • 2nd 12 calendar months- 80% of F&O rate • Completion of 24 months of service in any shop craft position (or combination) – $33.87 Company Overview Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
See More Details >>Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, CandidTalent, is seeking professionals in Birmingham, AL. Apply via Lensa today! Lead Industrial Electrician / Working Foreman -Heavy Industry Projects Hourly pay+ Overtime | 80% Travel | Company Truck Commutable from: Birmingham, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Auburn, Gadsden, AL If you’re a high-level industrial electrician with strong leadership skills and deep experience in complex installations, this one’s worth a look. We’re partnering with an engineering-led firm that punches well above its weight in the industrial space. From drive system overhauls to full-scale electrical builds in paper mills, mining, and cement, this team takes on the kind of work most companies shy away from. They’re looking for a hands-on foreman to lead crews of 2–8 electricians on-site, guide installs, and ensure projects are executed to a high technical standard. The Work • Lead industrial installation projects in heavy industry environments • Manage and guide your crew day-to-day on client sites • Interpret Rockwell and Siemens drawings, build material lists, and oversee ordering • Install and troubleshoot ControlLogix systems, large motors (300+ HP), and MV drives • Own quality, safety, and deadlines from pre-mobilization through commissioning • Collaborate directly with engineers to solve problems and refine execution About You • You’ve led teams on major industrial projects before • You can build a material list from a set of schematics without blinking • You’re fluent in tray, conduit, and medium voltage and not afraid to get your hands dirty • You understand how to install drive systems properly, not just wire them • Spanish skills are a plus (you’ll often coordinate with bilingual crews) • You’re open to 80% travel (up to 3 weeks at a time) across the Southeast and beyond What’s On Offer • $hourly pay DOE + regular overtime • Company truck • Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance • 401k withcompany match • 3 weeks vacation • Join a tight-knit team that values quality over headcount and backs you on-site Why This Role? This is a rare chance to work for a company where engineers call the shots, not salespeople. They focus on solving real-world technical challenges, not chasing billables. You’ll be part of a group that delivers top-tier work without cutting corners—and respects the skill it takes to do it right. If you're the kind of electrician who wants to own your work, lead in the field, and build cool things with great people, let’s talk.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Birmingham, AL, 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 11,270 electricians in Alabama, with wages averaging around $585.92 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $58,500 annually for experienced professionals.
