• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK TO OBTAIN BASE ACCESS* Responsibilities: Performs all electrical tasks with minimal general supervision or direction. This employee may be part of a crew of journeyman and apprentices or the lead person supervising and directing the work of the crew. Licenses: Current driver’s license and have own transportation. Experience: Has five years or more of previous electrical experience. Testing: Drug Testing as required. Working Conditions: – Includes inside and outside in all elements of weather. Job requires working from all types of ladders, must have all required personal tools with them at all times including a tool belt to facilitate the proper placement of personal hand tools. Perform work at various heights, up to 90’ from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks or other safe work areas and/or platforms. Ability to work in restricted areas such as (switchgear rooms, underground electrical vaults, utility tunnels, crawl spaces and attic spaces). Employee must wear all proper personal protective equipment at all times as required for the specific job duties. Skill Level: Positively identify colors of wires, comprehends reading and drawing prints and schematics of same. Able to accurately make bends in conduit utilizing a hand bender or mechanical bender. Must be familiar with and have the ability to use all power tools, saws, conduit threading machines, wire pullers and knockout punches. Capable of digging trenches either by hand or with power equipment. Operate equipment such as backhoe’s, trenchers, lift trucks and excavators. Must adhere to company safety regulations, haz-com policy and lockout-tagout policy. Must be able to operate two handed tools/equipment such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools and jack hammers. Must be able to read and follow jobsite specific directions, specifications, instructional manuals and blueprints. Must be able to work from an aerial lift. Must be able to supervise jobsite employees such as other electricians and/or apprentice’s to complete an assigned project. Physical Function: Ability to lift 75 pounds. Climb Ladders of all types and sizes. Ability to perform overhead work for full day assignments. Must be able to gain employee access to jobsites. Possess good vision either normally or corrected. Responsible for making sure all tools are stored in a safe place as designated by the jobsite Foreman. Ability to be constantly moving on your feet. Benefits: - competitive wages - 2 weeks annually of paid time off - 6 paid holidays - paid weekly - 401(k) program with 4% match - Medical, dental, visions benefits - Company provided long term disability and life insurance - short term disability - boot voucher program - worker referral program - per diem when qualifications met - professional development opportunities LJ Electrical Company is an equal opportunity employer. Company DescriptionAbout Us: L J Electrical Company is a leader in providing top-notch electrical services across North Carolina. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions that empower our clients and enhance their environments. We are committed to excellence in workmanship, exceptional customer service, and sustainable practices, ensuring every project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
See More Details >>Performs intermediate paraprofessional work in the design of electrical service and line additions, deletions, relocations, and rebuilding; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Department Head’s designee. Designing and preparing construction plans; preparing work orders; explaining policies and requirements; obtaining easements; estimating project costs. (The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) • Designs, prepares and reviews plans for construction of overhead and underground lines, including new construction, reconductoring and rebuilding of old lines and foreign attachments. • Prepares work and services orders for line crews. • Informs leadership of workflow issues and updates processes as required. • Stakes out job sites; establishes locations for poles, transformers, cable, etc. • Meets with land developers, industrial and residential customers, State Officials, and others to obtain service requirements and propose locations of utilities. • Updates electric system maps through cooperation with GIS technician. • Prepares and obtains easements, rights-of-way, State Road encroachments and railroad encroachments. • Performs load calculations to size transformers, fuses, metering equipment and conductors. • Prepares cost estimates for labor, equipment, and materials. • Performs related tasks as required. General knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical utility design; general knowledge of regulations governing the location and placement of electric facilities; some knowledge of substation maintenance and operations; skill in the use of drafting equipment; ability to draft accurate plans and drawings; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, land developers and the general public. Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited community college with major course work in electrical engineering or related field and considerable experience in electrical engineering design work. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Blackbeards Triple Play & Sports Bar in New Bern, NC is looking for one electrician to join our team. We are located on 1405 Brices Creek Rd. Our ideal candidate is attentive, motivated, and hard-working. Responsibilities • Commercial and Residential Jobs Qualifications • previous experience a must We are looking forward to receiving your application. Thank you. By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply. Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in New Bern, NC, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an average wage of $29.97 per hour in New York, translating to an annual overtime average of $9,438. In New Bern, NC, electricians can expect to earn around $1,450 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring electricians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
