Becoming an electrician in Cedar Rapids, IA, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an average wage of $571.50 per week in Cedar Rapids, IA. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
MINIMUM of 3 year electrical experience required for this posiston. If you do NOT have 3 years of experience please do not apply as your application will be rejected. If you don't have electrical experience and would like to be considered for an apprenticeshipsee helper/apprentice application. Custom Electrical Services is a leading electrical contractor in Iowa, is more than just a place to work – it’s a place to thrive. We pride ourselves on providing quality work, opportunities to work on a WIDE variety of residential and light commercial projects and a safe work environment. Hiring for full or partime service electrician! Service Eastern Iowa (Serve Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and surrounding communities) (Licensed electricians ONLY) Service Central Iowa (Service Des Moines & Surrounding communities apply via central Iowa listing) Description Perform service calls for customers within youre coverage area. Calls range from the very simple like changing a lightbulb to upgrading their service or even whole home rewires. Service electricians perform a wide variety of task making this posistion unique and can be more rewarding along with LESS physically demanding. Service electricians provide the estimate to the homeowner onsite, perform the work, and take the payment all on one call. Calls are primarliy residential with occasional lite commercial. Pay Serveral pay options are available such as straight hourly, 100% Piece rate, or the most poplular base play PLUS commision. Base pay plus commision. Pay typically ranges from $30 to $35 per hour base rate plus commision. Commision is 5% of the gross amount for the month. This typically ranges from a minimum amount of $1,250.00 to $6,500.00 or more! What's in for you!! • Great money! Lets Face it you are not going to work for free! Earn some of the highest wages in the industry! • Great benefits! • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • Vacation schedule that grows up to 20 days per year! • Plus 6 paid holidays per year! • 401K with 100% company match • Company take home van for those who qualify • Company gas card • Uniform allowance • Company tools as outlined in company hand book • Company credit card • Paid as an employee and NOT as a sub contractor. • Get paid what your worth! Top Pay! • Hiring bonus options for Journeyman! • No overnight travel • Real advancement opportunities • Paid training opportunities • Great opportunity! • Growth potential! (We're always looking for future managers!) • Flexibility of time! • Part time positions available for licensed service electricians! • And much more. . . Apply today! Equal opportunity employer. 100% Confidential! More than a place to work. A place to thrive!
See More Details >>Got Skills? Got Industrial Maintenance Skills? PMX Industries has immediate openings for in-house Industrial Electricians! PMX Industries is a nationally recognized, leading supplier of high-quality copper precision metal alloys with a diversified customer base. This allows PMX to offer careers with job stability, steady work hours and paychecks you can count on – a solution to any current economic concerns you might be experiencing, issues you may have felt from layoffs in your community or direct impacts you have faced due to reduced work hours! The Perks do not stop there! As a member of the PMX team, you will also receive: • AWESOME COMPENSATION – Industrial Electrician positions start at $31.14 per hour with the opportunity to advance to $37.14 per hour, plus an additional $0.70 per hour shift differential. • BENEFITS ON DAY ONE – Benefits are affordable and available on the first day of employment for single and family coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k, STD, LTD, etc. • 12 HOUR SHIFT SCHEDULE – This is a 12 hour rotating night shift position working 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM with a base schedule of 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next. You will only work ½ the year unless you work overtime!!! • OVERTIME – Ample opportunities to work overtime and earn extra $$$ • PAID TIME OFF – Generous paid time off program including 11 Paid Holidays, 48 hours of paid vacation after your first 4 months of employment, 84 hours after your 1st year and the paid vacation hours will continue to grow after that! • PAID TRAINING – Receive all of the support, training and tools you need to be successful in your new career! • ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES – The longer your tenure, you can become an expert – advancement is encouraged and supported! • HEALTHY WORK/FAMILY LIFE BALANCE ENCOURAGED – Fun engagement activities planned throughout the year for the PMX team and families to enjoy. • ON-SITE GYM – Free use of the on-site gym for employees and their families! Industrial Electrician - Essential Duties / Requirements: • Provides electrical inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of various electrical, electro-mechanical, and electronic systems throughout our heavy manufacturing union facility. • Extensive knowledge of PLCs, AC/DC drives, AC/DC motors, instrumentation, control wiring and electronics. • Lock Out/Tag Out, CPR and ARC Flash training preferred. • Ability to work with diagrams and/or schematics. • Good math skills. • Completed work should be neat in appearance and operate properly. • Use of trade tools and knowledge of industry standards a must. • A minimum two year electrical degree or equivalent experience. • Trade school experience and/or a minimum of two-year industrial maintenance experience in specific discipline. • Military experience is a plus. • General labor, construction, warehouse, or previous manufacturing experience. • Pay strong attention to detail and committed to promoting and maintaining workplace safety. • Have the ability to understand and apply basic operating principles and techniques to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. • Able to lift up to 100 lbs. • Frequently required to read. • Have good mechanical and general aptitude, the ability to learn quickly, and operate heavy industrial equipment. • Forklift experience is helpful. • High school diploma or equivalent is required. • Must be a team player. • Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical and drug screening. • Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts on nights and weekends, holidays, and also work overtime as required by production needs. About the Company: PMX Industries, based in Cedar Rapids, IA was established in 1992. The company is the leading supplier of high quality copper and precision metal alloys in North America. PMX is also an industry-leading international manufacturer who supplies products to the US Mint and many other well-known companies. Products include a wide range of copper and precision metals in strip, coil, sheet, and plate forms encompassing a variety of attractive colors and finishes. With a heavy emphasis on research and development, PMX is unmatched in its ability to develop proprietary and customized materials to solve customer problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
See More Details >>Electrician Work Schedule: Hours: 40, Months of Service per Year: 12 Coe College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Electrician. This position, under limited supervision, will apply knowledge and skills of a journey person in the installation, service and repair on a variety of electrical equipment. Will assist in the planning and implementation of the College's maintenance and remodeling projects. Will perform related work as required. Essential Job Responsibilities: • Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical devices as needed within limitations, not to exceed 480 volts. • Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and electronic controlled devices using testing equipment such as a volt ohm meter, ammeter, voltmeters, multimeter, etc. • Complete work orders as assigned in timely manner • Maintain records and submit reports on designated equipment. • Perform duties as assigned on the Emergency Response and Control team. • Perform other duties as may be assigned. • Direct the work of any person assigned to assist. • Cooperate with outside contractors. • Read and interpret blueprints and drawings. Keep track of any changes and/or modifications to same, and report them to the Director of the Physical Plant. • Cover for plumber and HVAC technician in their absences. • For those who have College service vehicles assigned to them. they must maintain a regular maintenance check of the fluid level and keep the vehicle clean (inside and out). Must also track any routine maintenance needs for the vehicle. • Will maintain an orderly and clean work shop space Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalency. • Must have Journeyman Class B Electrical license. • Experience with residential and commercial settings preferred. • Must be able to read and interpret mechanical, electrical and structural prints and schematics. • Must have a valid Iowa Driver's License. • Must be currently authorized to work in the United States as visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. • Successful completion of background and MVR checks in accordance with Coe College policy. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Position Specific: • Must be neat, clean and show evidence of personal pride in workmanship. • Must read and write legibly and follow written and oral instructions. • Must have the ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with Supervisors and fellow workers. • For those who have College service vehicles checked out to them, must maintain a regular maintenance check of the fluid levels and keep the vehicle clean. Coe Competencies: • Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college. • Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere. • Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service. • Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making. • Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: • Must be able lift 50+lbs occasionally and/or as needed. • May involve exposure to chemical substances, hazards and moving parts. • Routine exposure to heat, cold, moisture/wetness, inclement weather, noise air pollution and heights • Work schedule is subject to change in accordance with College needs. • Call ins may be mandatory based on College need. Coe College is an equal opportunity employer.
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