Install & repair electrical equipment and fixtures Install varioustypes of raceway and cable tray system Troubleshoot motor and control systems in a variety of industrial/commercial applications Perform routine maintenance on electrical wiring and systems Adhere to all quality and safety codes Familarity with electrical schematics, blueprints and manuals Stong problem solving and critical thinking skills Running conduit in sizes up to 4" with no instructions Pulling wire, running conduit of all sizes Terminating motors/transformers Other duties as assigned
See More Details >>We are looking for both a Journeyman Electrician or someone to train as an Electrician Apprentice to work in electrical construction on commercial and industrial properties. Most tools will be provided along with all safety PPE. Ongoing training with the opportunity for advancement. A Robust benefits package that includes Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401K (matching), and Paid Time Off. Compensation is $37,500-$65,000 per year based on experience with overtime after 8 hours, time and a half on Saturdays and double time Sundays. We also pay for drive time over a 30-mile radius of the shop. Please provide a resume for call-back interviews. ESSENTIAL DUTIES An individual must be able to perform each of the following Essential Duties satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the position's Essential Duties, provided it does not create an undue hardship on the Company. • Measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing various types of conduit • May operate hand and power tools of all types (including but not limited to air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments) • May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris • Cleans maintains, and services equipment and tools • Performs additional duties or emergency duties after normal working hours • Demonstrate a willingness to comprehend and follow instructions given by qualified electrical mentors • Work efficiently to ensure assigned tasks will meet deadlines • Follow and encourage others to follow OSHA, company, and site-specific safety procedures • Operate heavy equipment and machinery in the performance of these essential duties • Work with and around hazardous materials, as well as at heights and in confined spaces in the performance of these essential duties • Drive a vehicle to various job sites throughout working hours • Maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company policy • Work in a constant state of alertness • Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for employee job performance • Perform other duties as assigned Journeyman • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications • Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures • Terminate wires to circuit breakers, transformers, devices, controls, and other components in accordance with the schematics, prints, drawings, or instructions • Hold a Journeyman license in the state you are currently working inRecord field wiring changes and modifications on blueprints for recording on master circuit diagrams Requirements EXPERIENCE Apprentice • 1 - 3 years Journeyman • 3+ years ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS • Exposure to varying outdoor conditions, loud noise, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, varying fumes or odors; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; and work in ditches/excavations • Work at heights, such as by working on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, tops of single and multi-story buildings, as well as working in confined spaces such as underneath single story and multi-story buildings • Must be able lift and carry up to 100lbs • Must be able to perform manual and repetitive tasks and body movements including standing and/or walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying • Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in awkward positions continuously • Must be able to work in overhead structures and around and beneath machinery • Must be able to complete job duties proficiently while adapting to changing demands and priorities • Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time to perform duties in a safe manner • This position is subject to ergonomic testing SAFETY SENSITIVE This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because it includes as part of the job duties operating a motor vehicle, the operating, maintaining, and monitoring of heavy equipment and machinery, and working with and around hazardous materials, at heights, and in confined spaces. This position is one in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death. For the safety of the employee and others, the employee must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time while operating a motor vehicle, operating, maintaining, and monitoring heavy equipment and machinery, and while working with and around hazardous materials, at heights, and in confined spaces. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred • Actively developing an understanding and working knowledge of the NFPA 70 series, State, and local codes • Ability to understand, interpret and utilize blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics • Locate and diagnoses electrical malfunctions using various test instruments • Operate a variety of power tools, shop equipment, and electrical testing instruments • Ability and willingness to learn and perform duties normally associated with other areas • Ability to communicate clearly with others • Good organizational and time-management skills • All employees must provide and maintain the required tool inventory for this position • Ability and willingness to work overtime and non-standard schedule: nights, weekends and holidays as/if required • A current valid driver’s license is required BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package to includes some of the following: • Low Medical, Dental, and Vision rates • Basic and Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Disability • 401k Retirement • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Education Assistance for trade school, 4-year or 2-year college education offered to employees and family • Apprenticeship Program and Employee Training Courses • Overtime over 8 regular hours and Saturday work, Double-time on Sundays and holidays • Mileage Reimbursements and Per Diem • MCC supplies PPE and most tools • Tool assistance program offered • $1000 sign-on bonus after completing 180 days of employment for qualifying Journeyman Electricians
See More Details >>Posting Details Position Information Position Title Maintenance Electrician Work Location Springfield Campus Department Facilities Maintenance HR Home Department 060118 FAC MGMT-MAINTENANCE Pay Grade 26 Proposed Salary $24.00/hour Sponsorship Information Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Appointment Type Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt General Function The Maintenance Electrician performs complex technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of electrical systems, equipment, fixtures and related electro-mechanical systems, in accordance with applicable Electrical Industry Codes. The Electrician inspects and tests elements of electrical systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or re-wiring of circuits, and provides an estimate of repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform. The Electrician also calculates branch circuit loads, interprets electrical wiring diagrams and schematics, and determines methods and requirements for wiring circuits. Description of Primary Duties The Maintenance Electrician performs complex technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of electrical systems, equipment, fixtures and related electro-mechanical systems, in accordance with applicable Electrical Industry Codes. The Electrician inspects and tests elements of electrical systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or re-wiring of circuits, and provides an estimate of repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform. The Electrician also calculates branch circuit loads, interprets electrical wiring diagrams and schematics, and determines methods and requirements for wiring circuits Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent plus completion of a certifying technical training program in electrical maintenance or completion of an electrician's apprenticeship is required. However, significant work experience in electrical maintenance beyond that required for the position may be substituted for the required education, technical training, or apprenticeship. Experience: At least six years of progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade is required. Experience must include a thorough working knowledge of National Electrical Codes for installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Skills: Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required. Must be able to apply electrical formulas and conversion tables to job requirements. Ability to use electrical test equipment and small hand and power tools, such as wrenches, drills, soldering irons, volt-ohmmeters, amp meters, circuit testers, and vacuum and pressure gauges, is required. Computer literacy is required. Effort: Near-visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision, and color vision are required in order to make electrical connections, solder and splice electrical wiring. Must be able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis; prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis; and working in confined spaces. Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual and electrically-powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout campus, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and to work at heights. Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards. Some positions in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees who must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather; the supervisor will communicate whether the particular position is considered essential and under what situations. License: A journeyman electrician license is required. A valid Missouri driver's license is required. Other: Scope of the position requires working with electrical systems, wiring, and currents that have the potential for serious injury if proper safety measures are not used. Exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners common to electrical work may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21825.htm Open Date 07/09/2025 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants First date of consideration will be July 30, 2025. Review of applications will continue until filled. 1st Shift 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday Equal Opportunity Statement Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252. Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240299FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/78712
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Springfield, MO, 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. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 4287 electricians in Springfield, with wages averaging around $615.33 per week. The job market is projected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, with trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild helping aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,470 annually for experienced professionals.
