Electrical Jobs in Fort Dodge, Iowa

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Journeyman Electrician - Ft. Dodge, IA

Overview Would you like to build a career in the electrical field where the latest tools and technologies are readily available? We thought so! At Interstates we offer that, along with consistent work, competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a team that is dedicated to YOUR success. We are hiring Licensed Journeyman Electricians to join our Ft. Dodge, IA Regional Office team. When you join Interstates, you will find opportunities for education and career growth, one of the best safety records in the business, and benefits that put your family's needs first. If you are searching for a career that is built to last, consider joining the Interstates Family! What we can offer: • Competitive WEEKLY Pay + Per Diem (when applicable) • Continuing Education • Cordless Milwaukee Power Tool Kit + PPE • Company Sponsored Holiday & Team Building Celebrations • Work/Life Balance (Average 50 hours/week - M-F) • Family-Like Culture - A team that cares about you as a whole person, not just what you do for work • Advancement Opportunities Benefits: • 401(k) + Company Match • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits • Per Diem/Travel Pay • Company Discount Perk Program • PTO & Holiday Pay • Bonus Incentives • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance Safety & YMIC Discussions: Once per month Safety and Operation leaders sit down with each of our crews, without their foremen or other site leaders present, and strictly listen as the team members express what they love about the job sites and any concerns they may have. We discuss the family culture at Interstates, the importance of caring for one another (You Matter, I Care), and how that dynamic is what allows everyone to go home injury free. Safety and mental health go hand-in-hand and having these discussions have made the largest impact on our safety culture. Check out a day in the life with Interstates: https://youtu.be/00eDX9xw1X4 While we are currently hiring for a limited number of positions, we are looking to the future and want to make sure that we have talented individuals (like you!) in our talent pools for future opportunities. By signing up to be a part of our talent pool network, we'll reach out to you with updates on open opportunities as soon as they are available. Visit interstates.com/connect Responsibilities • Measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing conduit • Overseeing, or participating in, wire installations with conduit & cable tray • Connecting power to equipment • The ability to lead/develop up to 4 apprentice electricians • Knowledge of other construction trades • Ability to stand, walk ,and lift up to 100 lbs. in construction work environment • Ability to climb, and maintain balance, on ladders and scaffolds while carrying tools • May be exposed to high and precarious places • Risk of electrical shock and outside weather conditions • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required • Other duties may be assigned Qualifications Education/Experience: We are looking for electricians with experience using, or the desire to learn, the latest BIM/VDC technologies for pre-planning and on-site coordination of all our projects. • 5+ years of industrial electrical experience • Knowledge of BIM/VDC technology preferred • State issued Journeyman Electrician License (NCCER does not qualify as a state license) Location and Travel This position will require travel typically within 200 miles of the Ft. Dodge, IA office. Applicants must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. Per Diem and mileage stipends applicable per company policy. Work Schedule: Start times, break times and work hours vary per site and stage of our projects. Our employees work more than 40 hours per week but no more than 60, as part of our commitment to safety. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, this role is often exposed to high/precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and all outside weather conditions. This role is expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Due to the nature of our work and our client base, this role may involve tasks in an environment exposed to dust. Candidates should be comfortable working in these conditions and complying with safety standards to protect their well-being. Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug-free work environment.

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Substation Electrician Journeyman

Under general supervision performs construction, maintenance and operation of substation equipment, transmission and distribution circuits. Provides assistance to customers requesting help in the installation, maintenance, and operation of electrical equipment and substations. Works on and around energized circuits. Performs duties of Utility Operator. Performs all work in a safe manner. Complies with all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures. Performs all work that they are qualified and trained to do in a manner to protect themselves, their fellow employees and the public from injury. - Reads and interprets drawings, wiring diagrams, specifications, manufacturer's instructions and work orders pertaining to substation, transmission and distribution circuits construction and maintenance. Makes field revisions and notes on drawings as needed. - Installs, operates, and maintains substation structures and equipmentsuch as transformers, switchgear, batteries, chargers, network protectors, mobile substations, reactors, capacitors, circuit breakers, and apparatus vital to the continuity of electrical service. May perform like work on customer and generating facilities. Performs work on energized circuits using protective equipment and hot line tools. - Lays out and installs vault, manhole, duct runs, conduit, conduit fittings, wiring devices, control wire, electrical cable, cable terminations, and fiber optics and associated accessories. - Splices and terminates lead covered cable (where applicable), armored, rubber jacketed; paper, varnished, cambric, rubber and rubber like insulated cables either for power transmission/distribution; control or communication. - Inspects substation, underground, and aerial circuits and equipment. - Installs, tests, and maintains various types of substation related metering and relaying systems, which include electro-mechanical types and solid-stateelectronic types where applicable. - Uses various forms of electrical testing equipment and instruments in installing, maintaining, and servicing electric substation equipment. - Installs and assist in the installation, testing and maintenance of distribution supervisory control equipment (RTU's), telemetering systems, protective relaying, and load control equipment which utilizes solid state devices, electromechanical relays, power line carrier equipment, voice frequency carrier equipment, and microwave equipment where applicable. - Performs switching operations in substations and underground networks as applicable, as directed by supervisory personnel, or systems control center. - Performs necessary duties not electrical in character in connection with construction, maintenance and operation of all substations. Those qualified may perform acetylene welding, acetylene cutting and electrical welding operations. - Performs necessary maintenance and or housekeeping onor around construction sites, substations, and vaults. - Operates vehicles and equipment necessary to perform the job. Inspects vehicles and equipment for proper operating conditions. - Locates underground facilities. - Leads, trains and instructs employees in their work. - As appropriate, may perform radio interference troubleshooting. - As appropriate, may overhaul and repair distribution equipment in shop. - Performs infrared testing surveys. Must be a substation electrician journeyman. CDL required Highway alcohol and drug testing required Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation. MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

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Industrial Electrician

Job Title: Industrial Electrician Job Rate: $29.55/hour – $35.40/hour Role & Responsibilities: · Working safely is a top priority by adhering to the plant’s accident prevention policies. Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. · Safely install, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot electrical components within the manufacturing plant and other USG properties, including a quarry. · Maintain, test and repair AC/DC motors and motor control systems. · Develop skill set to troubleshoot advanced control system and instrumentation equipment including PLC controls. · Interpret and use wiring schematics. · Operate electrical test equipment inherent to the job. · Know and understand NEC codes, become trained in NFPA-70E, and practice all other Industrial Electrician duties in a manufacturing environment. · Participation in workplace organization and 5S Initiatives. · Willingness to support and/or participate on continuous improvement projects. Qualifications & Requirements: · Preferred experience with PLC and motor controls. · Must have the desired technical skills to work safely and proficiently as an electrician in a manufacturing plant setting. · Possess basic mechanical maintenance skills. · Ability to interpret and perform tasks as detailed on printed work orders. · Basic computer skills needed to complete safety training and review work-related email. · Ability to operate equipment as needed, including forklifts, etc. · Familiar with common hand tools and how to properly use them. · Good collaboration skills and ability to work as part of a team. · Must be willing and available to take occasional after-hour callouts as part of on-call rotation. · Willing and able to work in various hot, cold, and dusty environments. · May be scheduled overtime as needed. · This position is primarily dayshift hours but may occasionally be scheduled other than dayshift as needed to support plant operations. Additional Information: · Shift: Days 7 AM to 3 PM · Department: Reliability Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period. Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays. Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today. EOE including disability/veteran

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Overview

Becoming an electrician in Fort Dodge, IA typically begins 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. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average weekly wage for electricians in Fort Dodge is approximately $1,179.50, with experienced professionals often earning over $1,300 weekly. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.

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