Journeyman Electrician
Job Summary
As a Medium Voltage Electrician, you will support the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment in substations and power grid facilities to help ensure safe, reliable power delivery. This role focuses on basic tasks under direct supervision, working with energized equipment up to 260 volts initially, progressing to higher voltages (above 750 volts) after training. You will assist higher-classified personnel in high- and medium-voltage environments while following strict safety standards, with an emphasis on hands-on learning and team collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Assist in installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing substation equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, relays, buswork, control systems, and batteries
- Perform basic routine maintenance on high- and medium-voltage electrical systems (cleaning, lubrication, visual inspections such as oil levels, lights, heaters, connections)
- Conduct entry-level electrical testing (voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, insulation meggers) and assist with insulation resistance, relay, transformer, and circuit breaker tests
- Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work orders with guidance
- Troubleshoot simple electrical, mechanical, and control system issues under supervision
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding, clearance procedures, and safety protocols (PPE, emergency rescue techniques such as steel/aerial lift rescue)
- Assist in station switching, de-energizing equipment, placing grounds, and coordinating with operators, engineers, and utility crews during outages or operations
- Support physical tasks including digging/backfilling trenches; installing conduit/pipe/cable/wire; uncrating materials; painting structures; climbing ladders/structures (50+ ft); operating hand/power tools, portable generators, blowers, and pumps
- Support emergency responses to outages, faults, and call-outs to restore service promptly
- Document work performed, test results, and observations accurately; maintain records and prepare basic reports
- Replace simple components (lamps, switches, outlets, dry cells); assist with oil sampling/handling and signal/communication systems
- Participate in training sessions, assist in training others, and become familiar with safety rules and First Aid
- Operate company vehicles and specialized equipment; inspect and store personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Perform similar or less skilled incidental duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience working as a licensed electrician
Preferred skills and experience
- Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology
- Basic understanding of electrical principles (AC/DC circuits, safety standards)
- Ability to read basic prints/drawings and use common test tools
- Proficiency with hand/power tools and physical tasks (lifting 50+ lbs, working at heights/confined spaces, outdoors in all weather)
- Strong safety focus, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in teams
- Knowledge of print reading for drawings, manuals, and one-lines
Additional requirements
- Schedule varies based on site operational needs; flexibility required for frequent overtime/weekend support
- Ability to work in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities in a high-paced, challenging work environment
- Physical demands include: standing up to 6 hours/day; sitting up to 3 hours/day; push/pull up to 75 lbs (unassisted) 1–2 hours/day; overhead reach up to 3 hours/day; walking up to 3 hours/day; lift/carry up to 50 lbs (unassisted) 1–2 hours/day; climbing ladders/stairs up to 3 hours/day; kneel/crouch up to 3 hours/day; upper body twisting up to 6 hours/day; working in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 3 hours/day
- Must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500 ft), in confined spaces, working with high voltage, and meeting the physical requirements listed