Becoming an electrician in Sikeston, MO, 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a growing number in Missouri, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Sikeston earn an average of $600 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Local trade schools, unions, and platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Amteck, LLC is currently seeking candidates to fill Foreman Electrician openings at our job sites located across the south east United States. Primary Role: The Foreman Electrician works under the guidance of a senior level Foreman or Superintendent and will oversee the direct work of a crew of Helpers, Apprentices, and Journeyman electricians. Foreman electricians routinely perform installation, alteration and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment simultaneously while leading, training, mentoring, and performing evaluations of their crew. Responsibilities: • Lead and mentor Journeyman, Helpers and Apprentices on the job site • Work alongside their crew and ensure quality of work is to the highest standards • Assist in the development of an effective manpower schedule for their team • Develop material lists from layouts, area prints, and job site demands and communicating lists to supervision • Helps achieve production and budget goals by understanding what needs to be done and communicates that effectively to their team. • Ensure all work done by crew is within local and NEC guidelines • Work independently to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit using measuring devices, hand tools, threaders and hand or mechanical benders • Install and terminate electrical devices, fixtures, panel boards, brand circuit and feeder conductors • Demonstrate a working knowledge of circuitry • Read and understand project specifications, blueprints, and schematics • Lay out small areas of work from electrical drawings and project documents, including underground layout • Correctly determine wire, conduit, and junction box sizing • Perform basic troubleshooting of lighting and general power circuits Requirements: • 7-10 years of experience performing electrical construction in commercial and/or industrial environments • Demonstrates leadership abilities with the capability and desire of growing in this area. Able to lead, mentor and coach teams of roughly five Helpers, Apprentices and Journeyman Electricians. • Exhibits thorough understanding of a small, assigned scope of work. • Recognizes work that is outside of assigned scope. • Demonstrates basic skills in communicating with other trades and negotiating work assignments with trade supervisors. • Shows an aptitude and willingness for learning how to read and understand the blueprints and available contract-related documents of the other trades on site. • Demonstrates a basic understanding of customer relationships and the concept of customer satisfaction. • Shows an intermediate understanding of developing, reading and following construction schedules for assigned scope of work. • Able to learn and comprehend BlueBeam, Navisworks and related programs to understand project plans for their assigned scope of work when needed. • Participates actively in leadership training when given the opportunity. • Demonstrates above average leadership, communication and decision-making skills with a desire to grow those skills. • Equipped with all tools required by company policy and able to use them to perform assigned tasks • Demonstrate the Amteck Way in daily work activities, behavior and decision making • Able to work project schedules including weekends and overtime • Has an interest and aptitude to learn job-related material through oral instruction and observation, typically in an on-the-job setting • Demonstrate a team-player mentality by listening and understanding directions, working cooperatively with others, and working safely without any threat to self or others • Possess basic mechanical aptitude, basic mathematical ability, and the ability to learn to read basic construction documents used daily • The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom-based, or completely virtual
See More Details >>Primary Role: The Journeyman Electrician 1 (J1) works under the guidance of a Foreman or Superintendent and may oversee the direct work of small crew of Helpers, Apprentices, or other J1's. J1's routinely perform installation, alteration and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment. Responsibilities: Work independently to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit using measuring devices, hand tools, threaders and hand or mechanical benders Install and terminate electrical devices, fixtures, panel boards, brand circuit and feeder conductors Demonstrate a working knowledge of circuiting Read and understand project specifications, blueprints, and schematics Lay out small areas of work from electrical drawings and project documents, including underground layout Correctly determine wire, conduit, and junction box sizing Perform basic troubleshooting of lighting and general power circuits Lead and mentor Helpers and Apprentices on the job site Requirements: 5-7 years of experience performing electrical construction in commercial and/or industrial environments Equipped with all tools required by company policy and able to use them to perform assigned tasks Demonstrate the Amteck Way in daily work activities, behavior and decision making Able to work project schedules including weekends and overtime Has an interest and aptitude to learn job-related material through oral instruction and observation, typically in an on-the-job setting Demonstrate a team-player mentality by listening and understanding directions, working cooperatively with others, and working safely without any threat to self or others Possess basic mechanical aptitude, basic mathematical ability, and the ability to learn to read basic construction documents used daily The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom-based, or completely virtual While performing the duties of this job, employee is required to perform the essential functions of the role with or without accommodations. Essential functions include: Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to talk and hear. Compliance with Amteck's dress code and personal appearance policies. To perceive or comprehend by the sense of sight Characteristics are: Focus, Color perception or depth perception. Must be able to see small objects and small print on dials and drawings Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and remain sitting for long periods of time. Employee will frequently use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This includes lifting arm(s) above shoulder level to install equipment. Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment up to 50 lbs, frequently and at long distances (30+ feet) as needed. Ability to move up or mount by using the hands or feet to include: Ladders - Step stool, 8' to 10' ladder, extension ladder, Stairways - 3 or more flights This includes working at heights over 30 feet. To stretch out, extend, or put forth a bodily part. To touch or grasp something, by extending or stretching. To touch, lift, hold or operate with the hands up to 50 times daily. To bend forward or down from the middle of the waist or the middle of the back, to bend, downwards, to lower oneself and/or to move freely on hands and knees between 20-50 times daily. Perform skilled work in cramped areas, overhead, at heights, and in a variety of weather conditions.
See More Details >>• *Job Overview** We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team at Carlisle Construction Materials in Sikeston, MO. As a key member of our plant maintenance crew, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of electrical equipment and systems. Key Responsibilities: • Perform routine maintenance tasks on electrical equipment, including motors, controls, and instrumentation. • Troubleshoot electrical issues and repair or replace faulty components as needed. • Install and maintain current monitoring systems to ensure optimal performance. • Calibrate controls and instrumentation to meet production requirements. • Assist with fabrication and modification of new and existing equipment. Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in electrical maintenance and repair. • Strong understanding of electrical systems, including PLCs and automation. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
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