Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Electricians for projects located in and around Minden, LA. This is a first-shift opportunity with a pay range of up to $32/hour based on experience plus $100/Per Diem to Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If you are an Electrician and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • Install complex conduit configurations • Pull wire and perform terminations • Hand bend conduit and make precise EMT piping bends with minimal waste or joints • Install conduit stub-ups for customer-supplied equipment • Install standard and complex conduit and electrical components into buildings • Install UPS systems, DLO cables, and fire alarm panels • Set and wire switchgearRequirements: • * Minimum of 5 years of Journeyman-level electrical experience • Able to read and interpret blueprints, electrical plans, and diagrams • Knowledge of NEC codes, color codes, and American wire standards • Must be able to speak, read, and write in English • Must have basic hand tools and PPE Company Details: Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Tradesmen+ Rewards Program - earn points for hours worked • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan Find our app, TradeGig, in the App store to see opportunities, set notifications and click to express interest! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen's full website.
See More Details >>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Reads and interprets blueprints, with no supervision. • Installs complex conduit configurations per blueprint specification using appropriate tools. • Mounts electrical boxes, fixtures, and enclosures. • Stocks and sets up electrical wire carts. • Pulls wire through conduit and makes ground connections. • Reads blueprints to determine placement of wire. • Installs wire for complex configurations. • Installs and covers receptacles and switches. • Properly performs wiring insulation resistance, continuity, and point-to-point terminations checks. • Performs operational checks to ensure quality and employee proficiency. • Keeps inventory of parts in the area. • Trained and proficient in the National Electrical Code. • Performs other tasks as assigned by crew leader or supervisor.
See More Details >>Job Description Job Description Craftsmen Contractors is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician for the Minden, La. area. This is for a manufacturing plant that helps build modules and steel structures for data centers. You will be responsible for maintaining, replacing, or repairing electrical equipment throughout the plant. This is a temp-to-permanent position for the right candidate. The work schedule is day shifts from Monday through Friday and every other Saturday when needed. Pay is $23.70 - $35.80/hr. depending on experience No per diem is offered. Weekly pay by direct deposit. Job duties: · Install conduit. · Replace circuit breakers, contactors, disconnects, and other electrical equipment. · Repair electrical saws, vacuums, and other electrical tools as needed. · Ensure work is compliant with the National Electric Code. · Perform complex troubleshooting and repair any problems that may arise with electrical systems throughout the facility. · Perform routine repairs to the AC systems. · Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities without assistance. · Maintain the security and controlled access system. This includes cameras, security gate controls, maglocks, prox-readers, fiber optic modules, etc. · Read blueprints and schematics for electrical repair. · Must be available for on-call 24/7. Job Requirements: · Pass forklift certification test and a short written electrical test. · Electrical license a plus. · Good leadership skills. · Skilled at PLC troubleshooting and programming. · Basic math and computer skills. · Able to bend and run conduit. · Ability to read and interpret blueprints. · Skilled in single and three-phase electricity and troubleshooting electrical problems. · Be knowledgeable of motor starters and reversing contactors. · Familiar with electronic motor controllers. This includes troubleshooting and replacing. · Be able to calculate loads. · Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. · Good judgment and attention to detail. · Be able to work at elevated heights. · Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen. · Have a high school diploma or GED. · Ability to use hand tools. · Experience operating a forklift, manlift, and scissor lift. · Experience with various testing equipment, i.e., DVMs, amp clamps, pH meters, and chart recorders. · Wear PPE. · Ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally (with assistance) when working with electrical equipment and tools on the job. · Be able to carry objects such as ladders or parts from the warehouse. · Have clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses · Work in various environments – you will sometimes be exposed to hazardous conditions with extreme noise levels. If you meet the above requirements and are available and interested, please reply to this job ad with your resume. Company Description Craftsmen Contractors is a skilled staffing contractor that has helped customers complete projects on time since 2010. We specialize in highly skilled trades for the construction, industrial, and manufacturing industries throughout the South. Company Description Craftsmen Contractors is a skilled staffing contractor that has helped customers complete projects on time since 2010. We specialize in highly skilled trades for the construction, industrial, and manufacturing industries throughout the South.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Minden, 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Louisiana, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Minden earn an average of $600 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $100,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
