Merit Electric is a national electrical contractor servicing the electrical needs for new construction in the retirement community market. Merit Electric's dedication to quality, safety, and excellent service on each project is what sets us apart from other electrical contractors. Our projects are nationwide and long-term. If you are interested in a career managing a quality workforce, please apply within. Job Responsibilities • Responsible for coordinating and managing the day to day field operations of projects, including safe work practices, workforce, materials, and equipment. • Supervises, mentors, and motivates company workforce on the project. • Work closely with the Project Manager to oversee and ensure the assigned scope of work is completed per customer safety, schedule, and quality requirements. • Plan and lay out areas of work in advance to ensure needed allocation of daily workforce, material, and equipment. • Coordinate all electrical work with general contractor and subcontractors on project. • Assist Project Manager and Estimating Team with pricing of any scope changes and change orders. • Monitor workforce during installations and progress to ensure quality control throughout project. • Manage daily progress reports and weekly time sheets for project workforce. • Receive material and verify shipment quantities match material Purchase Orders. • Track company tools and equipment and ensure they are maintained in good working order. Qualifications • Minimum of 5 years' experience required running large scale electrical projects. • Ability to read and understand construction blueprints and schematics. • Electrical license preferred but not mandatory. • Must have verifiable work experience and be willing to travel. Travel package is provided. • Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and timely follow-through. • Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills. • Must be self-directed and capable of handling multiple tasks with minimal supervision. • Able to work effectively in stressful, time-sensitive environments. • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). • High standard of integrity and professionalism. Compensation: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Are you looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your abilities with a leading electrical contractor? Merit Electric is a premier electrical contractor servicing new construction for the independent living industry. At Merit Electric, we provide high quality work on each and every job, ensuring our work meets the expectations of our clients. As a leader in the electrical field we take pride in being the trade that sets the bar for others on each project. Having earned a well-respected reputation in our industry, we are in search of professionals that are highly motivated and able to carry on our reputation with our clients. If you are such an individual then we want you on our Merit Electric team!
See More Details >>Job Title: Relay Technician We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the role of Relay Technician. This position involves working with various types of equipment used in the communication, control, and protection of electrical transmission and distribution lines, substations, and generating station equipment. Job Summary: Under close and directive supervision, the successful candidate will perform any work required for construction, installation, maintenance, and testing of all types of equipment used in the specified applications. Key Responsibilities: • Installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, altering, removing, or replacing equipment or devices used in the protection, operation, or maintenance of circuit breakers, voltage regulators, transformers, generators, associated communication facilities, and other related equipment. • Relay calibration, relay functional checks, AC testing, CT testing, and RTU (SCADA) programming. • Verifying correctness of operation in new and existing installations of relay and control equipment in substations. • Constructing relay panels and control switchboards, including cutting, mounting, wiring, and painting as required. • Performing switching operations associated with the maintenance of substation equipment. Requirements: To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience in electrical or computer technology. A 2-year technical degree is preferred but not necessary. Minimum Requirements: The minimum requirements for this position include: • A high school diploma or equivalent. • Relevant experience in electrical or computer technology. • A 2-year technical degree in electrical or computer technology is preferred. Preferred Qualifications: While not mandatory, the following qualifications would be advantageous: • A 2-year technical degree in electrical or computer technology. Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package and opportunities for career advancement. Working Conditions: This role involves working in an office environment with occasional travel to substations and other locations. The ability to work at heights and in confined spaces is essential.
See More Details >>Job Opportunity: Relay Technician Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the field of electrical engineering? Do you have a passion for working with complex systems and staying up-to-date with the latest technologies? We are seeking an experienced Relay Technician to join our team. As a key member of our crew, you will be responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining substation protective relay systems, control equipment, and communications equipment. Responsibilities: • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all types of substation protective relay systems, control equipment, and communications equipment • Install and commission new substation protective relays, digital and analog telemetering, power-line carrier transmitters/receivers, wave-traps and carrier tuning equipment, transfer trip carrier and tone equipment, transducers, digital fault recorders, sequence of events recorders, substation PLCs and CPUs, remote terminal units, transformers, breakers, and substation communications circuits from the demark point to all internal substation equipment • Commissions, maintains and tests current transformers, coupling capacitors, fiber optic cable to high voltage equipment and substation control cable in substations • Prepares and maintains records of equipment tests and maintenance records • Makes special tests as directed in connection with operation, maintenance and design of all types of electrical equipment and systems associated with substations and system protection
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Cleveland, MS, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the electrical trade in Cleveland, MS, has a growing demand, with an average wage of $1,200 per week for experienced electricians. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
