Journeyman Electrician — B33 Electric • Position Type: Full-Time • Must Have 3-5 Years of Experience • Compensation: Competitive wages • Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from job sites. Areas to Evaluate: During the hiring and working interview process, candidates for the Journeyman Electrician role at B33 Electric will be evaluated in the following key areas: • Technical Skill: Ability to perform standard journeyman-level electrical tasks with accuracy and efficiency • Code Knowledge: Familiarity with NEC (National Electrical Code) and compliance with safety standards • Tool Familiarity: Safe and proficient use of hand and power tools, including meters and diagnostic equipment • Communication: Ability to follow instructions, ask clarifying questions, and collaborate with team members Work Ethic: Demonstrates initiative, punctuality, and problem-solving capabilities Safety Awareness: Proper use of PPE, adherence to safety procedures, and situational awareness Professionalism: Displays a respectful attitude, good team dynamics, and respect for customer property Journey-Level Tasks: • Journeyman electricians at B33 Electric are expected to perform the following tasks during regular job assignments and evaluations: • Bend and install EMT or PVC conduit (manual or hydraulic methods) • Wire dedicated circuits from panels to outlets • Troubleshoot live circuits under supervision • Read and interpret blueprints or electrical schematics • Conduct main panel or subpanel installations when required • Lead or assist apprentices on job site tasks • Identify and correct basic code violations • Coordinate with inspectors or pull permits if assigned Evaluation Criteria: • Each journeyman candidate will be scored and assessed using the following metrics during the hands-on working interview and onboarding: Category Evaluated On: • Technical Skill Accuracy, speed, correct installation techniques • Code Knowledge NEC compliance, proper grounding, breaker sizing • Tool Familiarity Correct use of hand tools, benders, testers • Communication Clarity, professionalism, teamwork • Work Ethic Motivation, reliability, initiative • Safety Awareness PPE usage, ladder handling, general hazard awareness • Professionalism Attitude, punctuality, respect toward clients and teammates
See More Details >>Role and Responsibilities Journeymen Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Under supervision of Foremen and Project Managers, they also ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. Other duties may include: • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. • Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job; Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. • Be knowledgeable on tool usage, some examples include: cable reels, screwdrivers, stripping tools, voltage or current meters, wire or cable cutters, etc. • Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. • Determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. • Follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. • Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. • Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. • Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects. • Fluent with EMT conduit and modest experience with rigid conduit. • Can perform power distributions (transformers, panels, fenders, etc.). • Able to perform large and small wire pulls with little or no supervision. • Must have some knowledge of special systems. • Establish and maintain a team work environment with others; appropriate interaction with external customers or the public. • Other additional related tasks and duties as needed. Qualifications and Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; Hold a Journeymen’s card (completed 4 years of Apprenticeship) or equivalent in years of experience; Minimum of OSHA 10 completed. Work Environment This job operates in a field environment. Electricians may be involved in construction or maintenance usually work a 40-hour, five-day week plus overtime when required. Working conditions can change dramatically from one job to another, varying from indoors in clean conditions to outdoors on scaffolding, and to confined and restricted locations. May require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions; exposure to contaminants and exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. Physical Demands This is largely an active role. Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials; Requires repetitive movement; climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles; standing, walking and running; using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls; and bending or twisting. Preferred Skills First Aid/CPR/AED, Arc Flash Attention To Detail, Technical Management, Electronics Troubleshooting, Basic Safety, Quality Focus, Ability to use Electronic Mail, Resource and Time Management, Knowledgeable in materials, methods and tools.
See More Details >>Electricians– TradeSource, is seeking several Electrical Apprentices in the Pittsburgh, PA area. As an electrician with our firm, you will earn up to $28 an hour, based on your experience. Plus, you will enjoy: • Medical, Dental& Vision Plans. • A 401(k) Plan with Company Match. • Tool & Tuition Reimbursement& Company-Provided Safety Equipment. • Our Referral Bonus Program– We’ll give you $250 for each qualified referral! • Plus, you’ll be eligible for paid holidays and paid vacation days off. To be considered for these positions, you must have at least 1 year of experience as an electrician, your own tools to bring to work and be willing to take a drug screen. All our work sites are drug-free workplaces. Please send your resume OR work experience now for immediate consideration. IND2 Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $28.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Referral program • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 4x10 • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Pittsburgh, PA, 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 approximately 17,000 in Pennsylvania, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Pittsburgh earn an average of $1,558 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,096. 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.
